The Nationals’ Member for Mildura, Jade Benham, is encouraging RSLs, community groups and not for profit organisations across the Mildura electorate to apply for two important grant programs now open, aimed at supporting veterans and preserving local war memorials. Ms Benham said the Veterans Capital Works Grant Program provides up to $50,000 to upgrade buildings…
The Nationals’ Member for Mildura, Jade Benham, is encouraging local community groups to apply for the latest round of the Victorian Government’s Tiny Towns Fund. Round 3 of the program is now open, offering grants between $5,000 and $50,000 for projects that boost tourism, improve liveability, and strengthen community pride in towns with fewer than…
The Nationals’ Member for Mildura, Jade Benham, is encouraging local sporting clubs to apply for funding through the latest round of the Sporting Club Grants Program. The program offers a range of grants to help strengthen grassroots sport and recreation, support volunteers, and ensure clubs continue to thrive in local communities for generations to come.…
The Nationals’ Member for Mildura, Jade Benham, is encouraging local multicultural and multifaith organisations to apply for grants under Round 1 of the Multicultural Infrastructure and Security Program. The program provides grants of up to $400,000 for maintenance, renovations, and security upgrades for multicultural and multifaith community facilities. Priority will be given to regional projects,…
The Nationals Member for Mildura, Jade Benham, is encouraging local community groups, organisations and event organisers to apply for grants through the Pride Events and Festivals Fund, which supports events that celebrate LGBTIQA+ pride, visibility and inclusion. Grants of up to $10,000 are available for smaller events and up to $25,000 for larger festivals. Eligible…
The Nationals’ Member for Mildura, Jade Benham, is encouraging community groups, sporting clubs, cultural organisations, and not-for-profits in the region to apply for VicHealth’s Growing Healthy Communities grants. The grant program supports projects that build stronger social connections, increase physical activity, and improve access to healthy and affordable food. “These grants are a fantastic opportunity…
The Nationals’ Member for Mildura, Jade Benham, is encouraging locals to take advantage of the latest round of the Power Saving Bonus. The $100 payment is now available to all eligible households, including those who received the bonus in previous rounds. “Families, pensioners and small businesses are dealing with continued power price hikes, so I…
The Nationals’ Member for Mildura, Jade Benham, is encouraging locals to nominate hardworking individuals and organisations for the 2025 Multicultural Awards for Excellence. The awards honour those who promote inclusion, strengthen community connections, and help build a fair and welcoming Victoria for all. The awards are open to both paid and voluntary contributions, with winners…
The Nationals’ Member for Mildura, Jade Benham, is encouraging eligible local organisations to apply for the latest round of the Victorian Government’s Community Food Relief Fund. Ms Benham said the program supports community organisations that help people access food, particularly those experiencing hardship. “Many families across our region are doing it tough with rising costs…
The Nationals Member for Mildura, Jade Benham, is encouraging young farmers to apply for support through the 2025 Upskill and Invest Young Farmers Scholarship Program. The program provides scholarships of up to $10,000 for early-career farmers aged 18 to 40, with up to $5,000 available for education or training, and an additional $5,000 to invest…