TransGrid are offering grants of up to $5,000 for not-for-profit organsations located within the Riverina, Murray, or Southern Inland regions as part of their Community Partnership Program.
Through the program, they provide groups with funding to help deliver initiatives that will have a tangible and lasting impact on local communities. Preference is be given to initiatives that improve or promote public safety, wellbeing, health, education or the environment.
That could mean new equipment, more inclusive spaces, stronger support for essential services, or upgrades to local facilities.
Past Recipients
As always, it is strongly recommended you look at past recipients of the Transgrid Community Partnerships Program to get an idea of the types of projects they support. Check out the Program Beneficiaries videos over at the Transgrid page — a number of them will play in succession and they give you a great insight to some of the projects that TransGrid are willing to support.
Since 2023, more than 315 organisations have shared in over $1.3 million in Transgrid grants for a range of initiatives spanning from community infrastructure, to workshops, along with inclusivity and accessibility projects.
Round 1, 2024 of Transgrid’s Community Partnerships Program, saw two successful applications from Junee Shire!
- Gasworks Motorsport Inc
Planting of 150 Australian native trees and bushes at Illabo Motorsport Park to improve local biodiversity, visual appeal, shade and privacy. - Rotary Club of Junee
Rotary Handbags to Help Heal — Support for vulnerable women in the community without impinging on their independence and pride by providing handbags filled with essentials and a few luxuries to help those currently doing it tough.
Some other notable recipients from the Round 1, 2024 that Community Groups and Sporting Clubs in Junee Shire might also be interested in seeking funding for similar projects here, include:
- Waddi Housing and Advancement Corporation Ltd: To purchase an electronic display sign for the centre of Darlington Point. The sign will visualise vital information such as emergency alerts, safety information, health advisories.
- Coleambally Irrigation Cooperative: Defibrillator purchase, an additional resource for a community without a local hospital in case of a medical emergency.
- Hay Community Radio Association Inc: Student internal training program which will see students producing radio programs for the community to listen to.
- The Rock Yerong Creek Football Netball Club: A point-of-sale (POS) system. Provide opportunity for volunteers to learn new skills and enhance volunteers’ capabilities. It will streamline the process of handling transactions, reducing manual errors and improving efficiency.
- Fishing for Kyan Inc: To purchase a dedicated BBQ trailer with a self-contained fridge/freezer and integral power supply.
- Wallerawang Warriors Junior Rugby League: Procurement of an electronic scoreboard to allow more games to be held at the local sporting field.
- Specialist Medical Resources Foundation: Re-establish the Carols by Candlelight community event in Wagga Wagga.
- Tumbarumba Pastoral, Agricultural and Horticultural Show: Banners, flags, safety signs, bunting, committee and volunteer ID shirts/vests, and new fold-up tables and tents for the Tumbarumba Show.
and be sure to check out the full lists of recipients that were funded by Transgrid in recent rounds…
view Transgrid Community Partnerships Round 1, 2024 recipients »
view Transgrid Community Partnerships Round 1, 2025 recipients »
Also watch the videos found on the Community Partnership page:
watch program beneficiaries videos »
Other previously supported projects from across the region that were funded under past rounds include:
- Installation of Air Conditioning in halls
- Create educational grants for young people in the community who are seeking tertiary education
- Providing education on food safety and efficient power usage
- Repair and refurbish an old plant nursery and create a native fruit and herb kitchen
- Support the men of the community with free BBQs during fortnightly mental health meetings
- Purchase defibrillator units and First Aid Equipment; plus provide training
- Provide suicide awareness training and education workshops to community members including youth
- Purchase of show jumping equipment and cross country jumps for children’s equestrian clubs
- Purchase of safety equipment, torches and lighting for firefighters
- Replace or upgrade electrical switchboards and equipment for community halls and meeting spaces
- Install, replace or upgrade signage in gardens or community spaces for visitor information
- Installation of Community Gardens
- Improve accessibility and inclusivity features within a community garden environment
- Provision of PA equipment for community events
- Purchase of kitchen equipment including fridges, freezers,
- Purchase of Theatre Lighting for Community Theatre Groups
- Installation of Fencing for playgrounds and compounds
- Water tanks for community halls and sporting fields
- … and lots of other worthy community projects
Free Drop-in Sessions to discuss your Grant Ideas
Transgrid are offering three FREE in-person drop-in sessions and one virtual session for grant applicants to come pitch your ideas, show off your drafts, discuss your initiatives and Transgrid can advise and help shape your applications for success. Whether you’re just getting started or refining your idea, these sessions are a great way to connect with the Transgrid team, get advice, and ask questions.
Where:
Transgrid Discovery Hub
27 Kincaid Street
Wagga Wagga NSW 2650
When:
Tuesday, October 21, 2025
Wednesday, October 22, 2025
Thursday, October 23, 2025
10:00am — 1:00pm each day
The Virtual session shall be held on Friday, October 24, 2025 from 4:00pm to 6:00pm and will be conducted via Microsoft Teams. You’ll need to register to receive the link.
register for virtual session »
How to apply for the Transgrid Community Partnerships Program October 2025
- Confirm your organisation’s eligibility — USE THE POSTCODE VERIFIER at the bottom of the Transgrid CCP page. NOTE: 2663 (Junee) is NOT eligible this round, but 2590 (Illabo, Bethungra, and Cootamundra) are eligible
- Submit your application by the due date.
- Choose an initiative within your organisation that would benefit from up to $5,000 in funding.
- Complete your application via the SmartyGrants platform when the round is open (link below).
Notes:
- All applicants must have an ABN
- You can apply for several projects — each must have a seperate application form submitted and each project will be assisted independently
- TransGrid will support partial funding of projects
- Be sure to read the FAQs
Apply for Transgrid Community Partnerships Program
Applications open September 29, 2025 and close October 31, 2025.