News and Events

FRV Australia is thrilled to welcome applications for the 2025 Winton Solar Farm Community Grants Program. This grant round marks the fifth year of the fund which has supported 22 community-led initiatives and projects to date through over $135,000 worth of grants. Up to $30,000 in funding is available again this year to eligible organisations […]

The fourth year of the Winton Solar Farm Community Grants Program has drawn to a close with Project owner, FRV, agreeing to fund four local organisations spearheading impactful initiatives that will benefit the region. Recipients will receive a share of $30,000 to start new projects that will enhance liveability, boost community vitality and bring positive […]

Winton Solar Farm’s Community Grants Program is returning in 2024 to support the community and make a positive contribution to the region, with applications to open next week The program is part of FRV’s commitment to social development in the communities and markets where it operates – not only through clean energy generation, but also […]

Winton Solar Farm’s commitment to supporting local communities is set to continue into its third consecutive year with applications for the 2022 Winton Solar Farm Community Grants Program to open next week. As well as providing renewable energy to customers, the Winton Solar Farm has a strong commitment to contribute socio-economic benefits to the local […]

Winton Solar Farm has been working closely with its site neighbours over the last few months to secure agreement for sheep grazing to continue on the site. AgriSolar is the latest development in the renewables industry, making use of land for energy production, grazing and other agriculture activities. Industry experts say that solar grazing can […]

Benalla Hockey Club and Glenrowan Primary School have been hard at work upgrading sports equipment and school facilities. Both have been recipients of the recent Community Grants Program, with funding allocated to support community lead initiatives. The Benalla Hockey Club grant will fund three portable, heavy duty gazebos to protect spectators at training and Fun […]

Bernard Briggs Pre-school is expected to save around $1500 a year on electricity, thanks to some newly installed solar panels. The project was funded through the Winton Community Grants program and Benalla Sustainable Future Group’s Renewable Energy Benalla (REB) project. Benalla Sustainable Future Group are supporting community based renewable energy projects across the region. Winton […]

Organisers of a ‘Hands on Trades Day’ for North East Victoria will proceed with plans to promote career pathways for students and build a skilled, innovative and local workforce in the region thanks to a Community Grant from the Winton Solar Farm. This annual event aims to support high school students from Benalla, Mansfield and Wangaratta […]

Owners of the Winton Solar Farm will donate a further $35,000 to eligible community groups this October, as part of the solar farm’s annual Community Grants Program. Now in its second year, the Grants Program provides financial support to eligible local groups that promote sustainability, deliver training and community participation and promote improvements to the […]

This month, we profile more of our community partners and their wonderful initiatives for the Winton Glenrowan region. Details of a current Electrician position are also included. Please click here to read more.