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TWO community groups in the Limestone Coast have received funding through the Federal Government’s Powering Communities Program to help lower […]

Premium Content Subscriber only A Federal MP has announced new grants to help not for profit organisations lower their energy costs. Member for Capricornia Michelle Landry announced the new Powering Communities Program during a Rockhampton press conference on April 6. It will fund up to 12 projects worth a total of $67,700 in Ms Landry’s electorate with no co-contribution required, and will be between $5000 to $12,000 per grant. The program is designed to assist groups to lower their energy bills by upgrading air conditioners, installing batteries and solar panels, putting in more efficient...

Premium Content Subscriber only Community groups across the Hinkler electorate will be supported by a new Coalition Government program to lower energy costs and support local jobs. Hinkler MP Keith Pitt said the Powering Communities Program will fund up to 12 projects worth a total of $67,700 in the electorate. "Grants of between $5,000 and $12,000 will be available to eligible community organisations, with no co-contribution required," he said. "The grant will assist groups to lower their energy bills by installing solar panels or a battery, upgrading air conditioners, hot water systems ...