Wambo Wind Farm chips in with some Christmas cheer, partnering in nine community projects
Wambo Wind Farm chips in with some Christmas cheer, partnering in nine community projects
As Wambo Wind Farm continues construction of 83 wind turbines in Diamondy, co-owners Cubico and Stanwell are partnering with local community groups in nine projects and initiatives.
Round two of the Wambo Wind Farm Community Benefit Fund for 2024 will distribute funds based on advice from the program’s Community Advisory Panel to projects that support its host communities of Jandowae and Bell to create long-term benefits for the Western Downs region.
Each year Cubico Sustainable Investments and Stanwell Corporation provide up to $200,000 in funding with the goal of improving the lives of those who live, work and play alongside Wambo Wind Farm, helping to make the region more connected, sustainable, resilient and healthy.
Carl Allcorn, Project Director said it was fantastic to see so many community groups recognised through the fund.
“This community benefit fund has made and continues to make a positive difference within the community,” he said.
“Being the second round of funding for 2024, it is fantastic to see so many local groups apply and to be able to invest in projects that will help many hard-working volunteers in the region.
“We really value being an active part of this community. Partnering with local groups is an important part of how we will construct and operate the Wambo Wind Farm.
“It was great to receive so many applications for funding in this round – I would like to thank and congratulate all the applicants.
“We are extremely proud to be part of this community and look forward to contributing to the local community for many more years to come.”
Community groups are encouraged to work with the Wambo stakeholder engagement team to develop project proposals for future funding rounds, with the next round due to open in early February 2025.
For more information and details on how to apply, email info@wambowindfarm.com.au or phone 1800 490 475.
Latest Wambo Wind Farm Community Benefit Fund Recipients
Recipient | Funded project | About |
|---|---|---|
Jandowae Bowls Club Incorporated | Project: Expansion of the club’s storage facilities | Granted funding to prepare site and install new container to expand the club’s storage facilities. |
South Burnett First Aid Volunteers Incorporated | Project: Portable solar power station to support volunteers providing first aid services at events in the Western Downs. | Granted funding to purchase a Bluetti – a portable solar power station to support volunteers providing first aid at events in the Western Downs. |
Bell & District Memorial Bowls Club | Project: Installation of a shaded pergola and security system | Granted funding to install a new pergola off the clubhouse and purchase a security surveillance system for the grounds. |
Chinchilla State School P&C Association | Project: Tuckshop improvements | Granted funding for tuckshop improvements. Wambo Wind Farm has a connection to Chinchilla as much of the construction and subcontractor workforce travels from Chinchilla to work. |
Jandowae Golf Club | Project: Installation of solar to power the irrigation system | Granted funding to purchase and install a solar system for use during daylight hours to irrigate the greens and surrounds. |
Jandowae Campdraft Association Incorporated | Project: Water infrastructure upgrades at the Jandowae Showgrounds. | Granted funding to install permanent water infrastructure throughout the Jandowae Showgrounds for competitions, livestock and campers. |
Jandowae P-10 State School | Project: 'Hear to Learn’ Program | Granted funding to enable the ’Hear to Learn’ program to come to Jandowae School. The program will mean each student will receive a screening from a paediatric audiologist. |
Bell & District Memorial Bowls Club | Project: Food preparation equipment. | Funding to purchase appropriate food preparation equipment, ensuring the clubs ability to offer affordable meals to both the community and tourist |
FGP Moreton Incorporated (Jandowae Early Learning Centre) | Project: Safety Fence | Granted funding to install an internal safety fence at the Jandowae Early Learning Centre. The safety fence will help to segregate areas in the playground, improve child safety and support adequate supervision. |