Bushfire affected businesses and communities are being encouraged to apply for a share of the $250 million Bushfire Local Economic Recovery Fund which has now been extended to give peace of mind to those needing assistance.

The Sustainable Schools Grants program for 2021 will soon be open, supporting students to develop innovative sustainability projects in their schools.

Residents and businesses in the Cootamundra electorate will be better prepared for flood risks thanks to $635,000 in funding for Hilltops, Narrandera Shire and Cootamundra-Gundagai Regional Council’s as part of the NSW Government’s Floodplain Management Program.

Communities in the Cootamundra electorate will benefit from a $300 million increase to the Regional Growth Fund as part of the 2020-21 NSW Budget.

Member for Cootamundra Steph Cooke has today encouraged eligible landholders to apply for funding through the Supporting our Neighbours program to help replace bushfire-damaged boundary fencing adjoining public lands.

Groups across the Cootamundra electorate have the opportunity to share in $125,000 to conserve the region’s tributes to servicemen and servicewomen with round two of the Community War Memorials Fund opening on Remembrance Day.

Upgrades to the home of the Young Cherrypickers have been officially opened by the Member for Cootamundra Steph Cooke.

The Temora Aviation Museum opened its doors over the weekend for a two day showcase, giving aviation buffs the chance to see some of Australia’s military aviation on display.

Member for Cootamundra Steph Cooke has today encouraged the region’s fishing enthusiasts to get their applications in for the NSW Government’s Habitat Action Grants program, after the deadline was extended until 16th October.

Manufacturers of critical PPE from the Cootamundra electorate can now apply for grants from a $5 million fund to support local jobs and protect NSW communities against COVID-19.