Preserving paradise: Coffs Harbour's call for environmental projects

Many are house proud, others obsessed with their backyards – but what about the ‘common grounds’ on your doorstep like a local creek, park or beach? 

City of Coffs Harbour will shortly call for nominations for projects seeking support in the 2024/2025 Environmental Levy Grants Program. 

Grants from $2,000 to $25,000 are possible for projects which deliver environmental and community benefit. 

“These annual grants are funded through the Environmental Levy and reflect our shared vision of a sustainable and thriving community,” City of Coffs Harbour Mayor Cr Paul Amos said. 

“Caring for where we live can bring immediate benefits and create a legacy for the generations who follow.” 

Anyone can apply for grant funding: Groups, not-for-profits, schools, businesses and universities (an unincorporated group can apply for an amount up to $5,000). 

Some of the projects backed by the City in the current financial year include: 

• Revegetation and maintenance of Sandy Beach Reserve 

• Koala habitat enhancement at Toormina/Boambee East; and 

• Improving Garlambirla Bushlands along Coffs Creek. 

See a Sandy Beach Action Group project.

Nominations for the 2024/2025 Environmental Levy Grants Program are open from 15 March to 26 April. 

For more information, visit coffsharbour.nsw.gov.au/elgrants 

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Put your ideas forward for the next annual round of the Environmental Levy Grants Program.