What’s happening?
Powerlink is directing almost $375,000 to 95 community projects across regional Queensland through its annual community grants program. Rockhampton groups are among this year’s recipients, with funding helping improve safety, connection, learning spaces and local community assets.
The program supports projects of up to $5,000, capped at $25,000 per local government area, and the funded work is set to roll out in 2026.
Why it matters?
The program is lifting the capacity of local organisations at a time when community spaces, volunteer run programs and wellbeing supports are more important than ever. The grants help groups upgrade facilities, improve safety and deliver programs that strengthen connection.
Powerlink Community Relations Advisor Ben Galvin said interest was strong across the State. “Infrastructure and wellbeing support programs were the most dominant recipients of a grant this year, closely followed by training and equipment needs,” he said.
“This indicated that organisations are focused on making physical spaces safer, more functional and welcoming for members of the community. “It has also shown to us there is a keen interest in boosting capability and operational capacity of volunteer organisations across the State.
“It’s pleasing to see social inclusion projects also appearing frequently, highlighting the ongoing efforts of community groups to reduce isolation and strengthen connections. “Powerlink is proud to support these worthy initiatives and to add to the overall wellbeing of the communities in which we operate.”
Mr Galvin added this marks the program’s third year. “Our commitment to Queensland communities is unwavering,” he said. “We are committed to ongoing engagement with them through the life cycle of our work, as well as investing in legacy projects that provide benefits long after we leave.”
Local Impact
Rockhampton region projects receiving funds include facility upgrades, safer community halls, improved school spaces and local wellbeing programs. The support will help groups continue their work in education, sport, community connection and domestic violence prevention.
Rockhampton area recipients include:
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Bouldercombe Progress Assn Inc
Project: Recreation Hall Wall Lining
Funding will install insulation on the western wall to improve temperature control in the Bouldercombe Recreation Complex, making the hall usable year round.
Grant: $5,000 -
Bouldercombe Pony Club
Project: Jumps4Joy
Funding will help replace unsafe jump sets to meet new pony club rules, reducing reliance on borrowed equipment.
Grant: $5,000 -
Bajool State School P&C Committee
Project: Harvest Garden Shade Structure
A new shade structure and concrete slab will enhance the Harvest Garden as a learning hub, pantry space and meeting area.
Grant: $5,000 -
Bajool School of Arts Hall Committee
Project: Disability safety rails for steps and toilets
Installation of handrails on the front and side steps plus grab rails in three toilet cubicles.
Grant: $4,950 -
Bouldercombe State School P&C Association
Project: P&C office upgrade
Funds will support new shelving, storage containers and secure filing for the P&C office.
Grant: $2,000 -
Be There Foundation
Project: Community Empowerment program
Free bystander education workshops will run in Rockhampton to help prevent domestic and sexual violence using the group’s proven framework.
Grant: $3,000
By the numbers
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Almost $375,000 is being shared across 95 projects, showing strong statewide demand for local initiatives.
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More than 180 applications were received across 18 local government areas, confirming high community engagement.
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Grants of up to $5,000 per project, capped at $25,000 per LGA, will roll out in 2026.
Zoom In
Rockhampton’s funded projects are practical. Insulation upgrades will make the Bouldercombe Recreation Hall more usable in harsh weather. Bajool State School’s shade structure will turn an outdoor garden into a year round learning space. The Be There Foundation’s training will bring free domestic violence prevention workshops to the region.
Zoom Out
Across Queensland, demand for funding shows that communities are investing in safer buildings, more inclusive spaces and programs that lift local wellbeing. The grants program is now in its third year and forms part of Powerlink’s wider effort to support regions where its infrastructure operates.
What to look for next?
The funded projects will begin rolling out through 2026. Communities across Rockhampton and surrounding areas can expect upgrades, training programs and new spaces to come online as groups complete their work.
