The State Government is creating more local jobs and economic opportunities across North East Victoria and Gippsland.
Minister for Agriculture Ros Spence is investing more than $2 million towards seven projects as part of round two of the Community Development Fund – to create jobs and help former forestry communities thrive long term.
“We’re helping more businesses and workers transition to new and existing industries like agriculture and tourism, proving employment and boosting the local economy,” Mr Spence said.
Nowa Nowa Community Development Group will receive $573,600 to implement their Local Development Strategy, undertake a Primary Industry Value Chain Assessment, and do an audit assessment and
concept plan for local tracks and trails that could be used for adventure tourism.
“Transitioning communities continue to work day-in day-out to provide a better future for their towns. These grants are supporting countless volunteer hours and input from the community over a long period, and are another positive step forward in agriculture and tourism,” Member for Eastern Victoria, Tom McIntosh said.
Applications are now open for Round 3 of the program which will make a further $5 million in funding available to eligible organisations in and around the townships of Noojee, Alexandra, Taggerty, Buxton, Marysville, Yarra Ranges, Heyfield, Yarram, Nowa Nowa, Swifts Creek, Orbost, Koondrook, Benalla and Corryong.
For more information or apply for round three visit the DEECA website.
