Placemaking grants awarded
Our Placemaking Grants aim to assist individuals and groups with the delivery of placemaking activities in Nillumbik.
Placemaking activities play an important role in townships across the Shire and can provide social, economic and cultural benefits to the region and its communities.
The purpose of this grant is to assist community groups and local residents in the delivery of placemaking activities across Nillumbik to enhance the user experience within public places and spaces. These activities are supported by Nillumbik’s Placemaking Framework(PDF, 2MB)
2023/24 recipients
Allwood House International Jazz Day Concert | $4,500
The Hurstbridge Jazz Club, in partnership with Allwood House, will put on a free and family-friendly 1920’s Jazz Age Lawn Party to mark International Jazz Day and to celebrate the historical nature of the Allwood House gardens.
Celebrating Eid in 2024 | $3,700
A cultural celebration of Ramadan and Eid, consisting of delicious food, henna art and live art at Eltham Town Square on 20 April 2024.
Diwali Festival in Eltham Town Square | $3,000
A cultural celebration of Diwali at Eltham Town Square on 18 November 2023, consisting of artists, music, dancing, and Indian Food prepared by local Indian restaurants.
Friends of Eltham Platypus | $5,000
Explore Eltham's rich wildlife and vibrant community spirit in the Eltham Nature and Community Handbook. Uncover captivating stories of local groups, eco-friendly initiatives, and navigate natural treasures with interactive maps. It's more than a guide; it's your passport to understanding, appreciating, and actively participating in our community.
Plenty Historical Society Garden Beautification | $1,908
Enhancing the outside area north of the Historic Church into 'Our Place in Plenty', through the installation of an outdoor bench, a bird bath, additional native shrubs, and a small area for community to gather.
Research Gully Reserve Community Garden | $3,531
The installation of four additional wicking beds at Research Gully Reserve Community Garden, as well as the development and installation of a rustic wooden sign.
St Andrews Left Bank Wayfinding Signage | $3,360
Installation of three wayfinding signs within the Left Bank district in St Andrews, which will support visitors to navigate the experiences and offerings at the location.