Local Government Consortium Grant Program

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Instructions for Applicants

Before completing this application form, you should have read the Grant Guidelines.
 
Incomplete applications and/or applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
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Program Details

The Local Government Consortium Grant Program is part of the NSW Government’s ongoing commitment to support the Bondi community following the antisemitic terrorist attack at Bondi in December 2025.

The NSW Government recognises the deep and lasting impacts of the Bondi Terror Attack and is committed to an approach to recovery that is trauma-informed, culturally sensitive and community-led.  It is acknowledged that recovery from terrorism extends beyond physical impacts to include enduring impacts on psychosocial wellbeing, social cohesion and community trust.  

The Local Government Consortium Grant Program will facilitate initiatives that support impacted communities, particularly groups with barriers to accessing existing programs including children and young people, to:

  • build connections between the local Bondi community and trust between the local community and key public institutions in the Bondi and Eastern Suburbs region.

Local government plays a critical role in delivering economic, environmental and social outcomes that strengthen community wellbeing and foster social cohesion. As members of the Community Cohesion and Wellbeing Sub-Committee, Randwick, Waverley and Woollahra Councils will work collaboratively as a consortium to respond to community needs, strengthen social connections, and promote long-term wellbeing.

Waverley Council will serve as the lead agency under an auspice agreement for the Local Council Consortium Program. In this role, Waverley Council will work closely with Randwick and Woollahra Councils to ensure a coordinated, accountable and effective approach to support connection between communities and institutions.

The Premier's Department is responsible for administering this grant opportunity in accordance with the NSW Grant Administration Guide. 

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Disclaimer

The Applicant acknowledges and agrees that:

  • submission of this application does not guarantee funding will be granted for any project, and the Department expressly reserves its right to accept or reject this application at its discretion;
  • it must bear the costs of preparing and submitting this application and the Department does not accept any liability for such costs, whether or not this application is ultimately accepted or rejected; and
  • it has read the Funding Guidelines for the Program and has fully informed itself of the relevant program requirements.

Use of Information

By submitting this application form, the Applicant acknowledges and agrees that:

  • if this project application is successful, the relevant details of the project will be made public, including details such as the names of the organisation (Applicant) and any partnering organisation (state government agency or non-government organisation), project title, project description, location, anticipated time for completion and amount awarded;
  • the Department will use reasonable endeavours to ensure that any information received in or in respect of this application which is clearly marked ‘Commercial-in-confidence’ or ‘Confidential’ is treated as confidential, however, such documents will remain subject to the Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009 (NSW) (GIPA Act); and
  • in some circumstances the Department may release information contained in this application form and other relevant information in relation to this application in response to a request lodged under the GIPA Act or otherwise as required or permitted by law.

Privacy Notice

By submitting this Application form, the Applicant acknowledges and agrees that:

  • the Department is required to comply with the Privacy and Personal Information Protection Act 1998 (NSW) (the Privacy Act) and that any personal information (as defined by the Privacy Act) collected by the Department in relation to the program will be handled in accordance with the Privacy Act and its privacy policy (available at: https://www.dpc.nsw.gov.au/privacy);
  • the information it provides to the Department in connection with this application will be collected and stored on a database and will only be used for the purposes for which it was collected (including, where necessary, being disclosed to other Government agencies in connection with the assessment of the merits of an application) or as otherwise permitted by the Privacy Act;
  • it has taken steps to ensure that any person whose personal information (as defined by the Privacy Act) is included in this application has consented to the fact that the Department and other Government agencies may be supplied with that personal information, and has been made aware of the purposes for which it has been collected and may be used.

Eligibility Confirmation

The consortium of councils will collectively co-design a program of work that aligns with the program’s objectives and Outcomes. Funding will support the delivery of activities or initiatives that will help strengthen social cohesion and connections within communities, between communities or between communities and institutions.

The funding allows for spending up to a maximum of $150,000 for one FTE role per annum for ordinary salary and oncosts of a Project Coordinator (see Appendix for table of oncosts). Funding may also support additional staffing costs for example support roles as required. Capital expenditure including laptop and mobile phone are considered eligible costs.

It should be noted the intent of this funding is to support an additional resource or resources to manage and coordinate the program, not to support an existing role within Council. This role can be undertaken via a job-share arrangement in agreement with all three Councils. As this role may involve exposure to vicarious trauma, external clinical supervision will be an eligible expenditure under program funding.

This grant round is only open to the following local councils:

  • Randwick City Council
  • Waverley Council
  • Woollahra Municipal Council

An application is eligible if the following are met:

  • The grant funding amount sought is up to $700,000 (excl. GST).
  • Funding is sought for eligible project costs.
  • Applicants must demonstrate their project will align with at least one of the program objectives in Section 1.1 and meet the assessment criteria.
  • Applicants have adequate public liability insurance cover of $20 million.
  • Where needed, applicants or relevant staff will have Working with Children Checks.
  • Funded activities must commence after the grant funding commencement date.
  • Funded activities must be completed by 30 June 2028.
  • The application is approved by the General Manager or equivalent senior council delegate.

Funding is not available for:

  • Initiatives that do not align with program objectives, and intended outcomes of the Community Cohesion and Wellbeing Funding Programs Outcomes Framework
  • Supplementing, increasing, or continuing ongoing service delivery that is the core business of the three Councils
  • Capital expenses, including but not limited to building works (including maintenance) and equipment purchase, unless explicitly related to the project
  • Reimbursement of expenses incurred prior to the commencement of the funding agreement
  • Covering existing debts or budget deficits of the three Councils
  • Purchase of alcohol, tobacco products, gaming services, entertainment streaming
  • Commercial or fundraising activities
  • Cash prizes or gifts, including gift vouchers (this does not include disbursements for public participation)
Please declare this application meets the Program eligibility criteria:
  • It has been prepared by and is being submitted by an eligible applicant
  • Projects can commence upon completion of the funding deed and must be completed within 24 months
  • Applicants will notify the Department if grant funding is secured from another source
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