Open Call: Partners for Healthy Waterways Small Grants Program (Australia)

The Partners for Healthy Waterways Small Grants Program, offered by Ballina Shire Council, is now accepting applications for its first round. This opportunity supports rural landholders in Ballina Shire to restore and maintain riparian zones, which are crucial for environmental health. Applications close on 1 December 2026. The Partners for Healthy Waterways Small Grants Program aims to enhance the environmental quality of waterways in Ballina Shire. The initiative focuses on building local expertise and fostering collaboration between landholders and the Council to improve water quality and biodiversity. The program offers financial support to landholders for various environmental restoration activities. These include: Eligible applicants are rural landholders within Ballina Shire. The program encourages those with properties featuring riparian zones, such as riverbanks and wetlands, to apply. The grants support activities that contribute to: This program is vital for improving the health of waterways in Ballina Shire, with benefits extending beyond individual properties. By supporting landholders in environmental stewardship, the initiative contributes to long-term ecological sustainability and enhanced local biodiversity. Interested applicants should promptly review the official guidelines and prepare their applications to meet the 1 December 2026 deadline. For further details, visit the official Ballina Shire Council website.