Wimmera CMA administers the following grants programs.

Property Enhancement Grants Scheme (PEGS)

PEGS supports natural resource management activity on private land, including stream and wetland protection, native vegetation establishment, remnant vegetation protection, erosion control and salinity works.

Who can apply?

Individuals, Landcare and community groups

How much is available?

Up to $10,000, depending on the project.

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Catchment Tender

This program supports landowners in the Upper Wimmera Catchment to revegetate areas to reduce the level of saline water entering our groundwater systems.

Who can apply?

Landowners in program areas will be directly notified of an opportunity to participate.

How much is available?

Individuals tender for payment to undertake activity on their property. The most competitive tenders submitted will be selected.

For more information about Catchment Tender click here

Second Generation Landcare Funding

This program supports a range of activities including on farm and public weed management, rabbit control works, salinity control, fencing and facilitation and coordination activities for Landcare groups. Funding is provided by the Victorian State Government and managed by the Wimmera CMA. Funding rounds are advertised publicly in local newspapers.

Who can apply?

Landcare groups and networks.

How much is available?

Up to $30,000 depending on the project.

For more information about Second Generation Landcare Grants click here

For more information about any of these programs, please contact the Wimmera CMA .