- Cook Labor Government supporting 19 Collie projects through Synergy grants
- Recipients awarded grants from $5,000 to $50,000
- Collie Small Grants program supports local jobs and community facilities
Large scale artworks, new solar batteries and technology upgrades for primary school students are among the initiatives supported by the latest round of the Collie Small Grants program.
A total of 19 community not-for-profit groups have been awarded the grants which range from $5,000 to $50,000 to support and strengthen community initiatives.
Part of the Cook Labor Government's Just Transition Plan and run by Synergy, the grants have delivered more than $312,000 to local organisations since 2019.
The initiatives supported are focused on community facilities, job creation and long-term regional resilience.
More information is available through Synergy's Collie Small Grants program.
As stated by Energy and Decarbonisation Minister Amber-Jade Sanderson:
"The Cook Labor Government is proud to invest in the Collie community through Synergy's Collie Small Grants program.
"From youth activities to volunteer training, the successful projects reflect local priorities and will help strengthen connection, capability and confidence in the town.
"Through the Just Transition, our government is committed to supporting Collie to thrive into the future."
As stated by Collie MLA Jodie Hanns:
"These initiatives will deliver important community projects that will directly benefit Collie locals, while creating jobs and supporting long-term resilience.
"I'm proud to be part of a government which is making a positive difference for Collie."
Full list of grant recipients:
Allanson Primary School P&C Association |
Equipment for a new chess club |
Amaroo Primary School P&C Association |
Purchase of Lego Spike educational set |
Bidi Koorliny Aboriginal Corporation |
SupportMooditj Waangkiny ("Good Yarning"): Healing Yarning Circles for Aboriginal men |
Cardiff Progress Association |
Install grassed sitting areas around the Cardiff Community Hall |
Collie Community Broadcasting Association |
Equip new training room with technology to support volunteer upskilling |
Collie Cricket Club |
Purchase of a new cricket pitch roller |
Collie Early Education |
Revitalise the Forest School outdoor area |
Collie Festival Committee |
Support the Collie Creates 2026 arts festival |
Collie Motorcycle Club |
Purchase of a ride-on mower for maintaining the Stockton Park grounds |
Collie Motorplex |
Enabling works for medical centre upgrades |
Collie Railway Station Group |
Refurbish their cafe's vintage chairs |
Collie Retired Mineworkers Association |
Commission a historical mural at Collie Motorplex |
Collie Senior Citizens |
Install a mesh screen to manage heat for members |
Collie Senior High School Parents & Community Association |
Purchase of Lego Spike Prime robotics kits |
Collie Volunteer Fire and Rescue Service (through the Volunteer Fire and Rescue Services Association of WA) |
Install a carport for storage and training purposes |
Fairview Primary School P&C Association |
New inclusive, sensory-rich play space |
HorsePower Collie |
Installation of new solar batteries |
Investing in Our Youth |
To redevelop the outdoor play area atChild and Parent Centre Collie Valleyto enhance access and inclusivity |
Wilson Park Primary School P&C Association |
Purchase new student iPads |
