Thirteen new local projects funded with Community Development & Events Grants

Thirteen new local projects funded with Community Development & Events Grants

We are excited to announce the recipients of Round 2 of the Community Development & Events Grants for 2025–26. 

This round adds 13 new projects to the 19 already funded, bringing the total to 32 community initiatives that have been supported this year with nearly $180,000 in funding.

From cultural celebrations and creative workshops to sporting events and community gatherings, these projects help make our region a more connected and vibrant place to live.

Round 2 Recipients

Category 1 Grants
•    Surfside Church – Margaret River Christmas Carols – $10,000
•    Nala Boodja Eco Clan – Kwobba Koornt 2026 – $10,000
•    Family Flow – Online Safety & Healthy Screen Use – $3,000
•    Margaret River Theatre Group – 2026 Pantomime – $4,000
•    Movement Solutions – Silent Disco Community Movement Series – $8,580
•    Augusta Community Development Association – 25–26 Community Events – $4,000
Category 2 Easy Grants
•    Swimming Mermaids – 2026 Margaret River Ocean Swim – $2,770
•    Shake Down Studio – Beatlab Weekend – $3,000
•    Jodie Passmore (auspice Witchcliffe Progress Association) – Witchy Experts Club – $1,500
•    Margaret River Off Road Cycling Association – Enduro Jam 2026 – $3,000
•    Cowaramup BMX Club – Matthew Blake Coaching – $1,540
•    Margaret River RSL – ANZAC Day Service – $1,950
•    Parkwater Community Group – Community Event Banners & Equipment – $1,278

Applications for the next round will open mid-March 2026 for projects delivered between July 2026 and June 2027. 

Got an idea? We’d love to hear from you. Reach out to our Community Development team for advice and guidance.

More details here.