Roper Gulf Regional Council is pleased to announce the successful applicants of the Community Grants
Program 2024–2025 Round 2, with a total of $42,000 awarded across the region.
The Community Grants Program supports local schools, organisations, and community groups to deliver
projects that enhance community engagement, educational opportunities, cultural participation, and
wellbeing.
This funding round reflects Council’s ongoing commitment to strengthening communities and empowering
local initiatives that have a positive and lasting impact throughout the region.
The successful applicants and their projects for this round are as follows:
| Applicant | Project | Grant Amount (Excl.GST) | |
| Mataranka School | Grade 5/6 – Canberra Excursion | $5,000 | |
| Ngukurr Bulldogs Football Club | Ngukurr Bulldogs Women's Team Support | $5,000 | |
| Isolated Children and Parents Association (ICPA) Katherine Branch | Mataranka Sports Camp | $3,000 | |
| Ngukurr School | Cairns Excursion | $5,000 | |
| Borroloola Gulf Show Society | Borroloola Show 2025 Support | $5,000 | |
| Mataranka Fishing, Sporting and Recreation Club Inc. | Territory Day Fireworks Display | $5,000 | |
| Mataranka Better Half Club | Never Never Festival Campdraft Support | $5,000 | |
| Jilkminggan School FaFT | Road Safety and Education Initiative | $4,000 | |
| Numbulwar Numburindi Arts | Gallery Exhibition Project | $5,000 | |
Roper Gulf Regional Council CEO, David Hurst, said, "It’s inspiring to see our communities continue to deliver
unique and valuable projects that bring people together, promote learning and wellbeing, and celebrate our
regional identity."
“By supporting local initiatives through the Community Grants Program, Council is helping communities thrive,
stay connected and celebrate what makes the Roper Gulf region unique.”
Council congratulates all the successful recipients and looks forward to seeing the positive outcomes these
projects will bring to local communities.
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Image description: Numbulwar Numburindi Arts Centre - One of the successful applicants
Media Contact:
Annika Berendes | Programs Communications Officer | annika.berendes@ropergulf.nt.gov.au