The program aims to support groups with capacity building, weed control and biolink enhancement to benefit the community and natural environment of the Macedon Ranges Shire.

Council is proud to support the Environment Grant Program in recognition of the significant contributions our community environment groups make.

The grant program aims to support: Capacity building and operational support for environment groups. Act to restore and increase native/indigenous vegetation, land conservation and ecosystems. Biodiversity conservation and connectivity through biolink enhancement.

There are two categories of funding available:

• Category 1: Group Support Grant. $30,000 available annually.
• Category 2: Biolink Boost Grant. $40,000 available every second year (will open early 2027).

The Group Support grant has increased to up to $1,000 per group, providing flexible support for group administration, training, governance, insurance and small-scale environmental works.

As part of the application process, applicants are encouraged to first discuss their application with the grants team. Applicants may also be advised to discuss their project with other relevant Council officers before applying. Enquiries can be made to the Environment unit at environment@mrsc.vic.gov.au at any time.

Eligible organisations: 

• Landcare groups
• Friends groups
• Environment groups
• Networks - There are three Landcare Networks and the Biolinks Alliance within the Macedon Ranges Shire. The Landcare Networks consist of Upper Campaspe Landcare Network, Upper Deep Creek Landcare Network and Jacksons Eco Network.
• Other - Other groups may be entitled to apply for this funding if they can demonstrate that their primary focus is nature conservation at the discretion of Council's assessment panel.

• Phone: 03 5422 0333
• Email: environment@mrsc.vic.gov.au