Council has multiple funding streams open for applications for eligible community, sporting and not-for-profit groups with suitable event, initiative or project ideas. Our Community Events Grant, Minor Support Grant, Community Events Sponsorship, Community Sponsorship and Tourism Events Sponsorship are all now open.
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Michelle commenced with Northern Grampians Shire Council in July 2026 as Director Community Prosperity. In this role she is responsible for leading the development, communication and evaluation of council frameworks, strategies and policies that support the delivery of economic development, strategic planning (land use, recreation plans, Council Plan and Public Health and Wellbeing Plan and coordination of long-term plans), government partnerships, community development, community engagement and the delivery of innovative projects.
This includes:
Strategic land use planning
Sport, recreation, active transport and open space planning
Business support
Tourism
Community development
Advocacy and engagement
Active communities - Leisure and Recreation
Community care
Childcare and kindergartens
Maternal Child Health and Supported Playgroups
Libraries