We acknowledge the Yorta Yorta people, Traditional Owners of the land on which Numurkah Solar Farm harvests the energy of the sun. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

Local Benefits

Local Benefits

FOR YOUR COMMUNITY

  • $15,000 community benefit fund
  • 6 permanent full-time staff who all live in the surrounding community
  • Ongoing opportunities for local businesses to support and work on the project through operations
  • Agrisolar partnerships with local landowners
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BENEFITS FOR VICTORIA

In June 2020, Aurecon undertook an economic impact assessment of the expected economic benefits the project would deliver for Victoria and, in particular, the region of Hume.

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IMPACT ON VICTORIA’S ECONOMY WHILE IT WAS BEING BUILT

IMPACT ON VICTORIA’S ECONOMY NOW IT’S OPERATING

Numurkah Solar Farm has been a terrific opportunity for the local community. It also prepares people & business for future projects that come along in the region – they know what to expect.

Graeme Richardson

Manager Construction & Assets
Moira Shire Council

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COMMUNITY BENEFITS FUND

The Community Benefit Sharing Program provides significant, meaningful benefits to communities around the Numurkah Solar Farm.

Numurkah Solar Farm has a $15,000 annual Community Benefit Fund. It provides grants to local community groups.

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APPLY FOR A GRANT

  • Check that you meet one of the Community Growth Focus Areas (see below)
  • The annual Community Grants Program is open to applications from 1 August to 15 September each year. Unfortunately, we cannot accept late applications.
  • Applications are completed online, and manged by the Community Enterprise Foundation. Click here for application details
  • The Community Benefit Fund Committee will assess your application and tell you what they decide.
  • When your grant project is complete, you must give us a report. The report needs to include project highlights, photos and/or media, and a grant acquittal which details how you spent the funds.
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COMMUNITY GROWTH FOCUS AREAS

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Arts, Culture & Events

Supporting arts, music & local tourism initiatives aimed at connecting the communities & celebrating regional culture 

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Energy Efficiency & Environment

Making installation of rooftop PV or batteries at community centres more affordable and supporting conservation of the local environment & biodiversity

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Disaster Relief & Emergency Services

Supporting communities affected by natural disasters near our project site or initiatives to better equip local emergency services

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Education & Training

Addressing local skills development and funding educational programs such as scholarships, with a focus on encouraging Women & Girls in STEM

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First Nations

We can allocate funds to local First Nations communities for heritage conservation & self determined initiatives

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Health & Wellbeing

Supporting projects that cater to improved mental health, physical fitness & well-being of community members

PREVIOUS GRANT RECIPIENTS

  • Wunghnu District Voice: BBQ trailer for community events
  • Numurkah Historical Society: Signage and display layout for outdoor display areas
  • Moira Minature Rail: Finish equipping the machineshop / workshop at Wunghnu
  • Numurkah Uniting Church: Installation of solar panels
  • Wunghnu Bowls Club: Repair of the player and spectator shelter
  • Rotary club of Numurkah: Installation of picnic and seating areas at the Numurkah outdoor pool
  • Baulkhmaugh Scout Group: Purchase of new kayaks
  • Moira Miniature Rail: Installation of a passenger shelter at the miniature train station

 

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