The grants are being offered through the 2023/2024 Heritage Conservation Grants Program by the Greater Shepparton City Council in association with the Greater Shepparton Heritage Advisory Committee.
The program aims to promote good conservation practice through works that improve the physical integrity or appearance of a place, while being respectful of its significance.
It is the seventh round, or year, of the grant program, and a key element of council’s commitment to recognising and protecting Greater Shepparton’s diverse cultural heritage for present and future generations to interpret and appreciate.
The 2022/2023 program saw more than $86,000 awarded to heritage conservation projects across the municipality, including restoration of headstones, verandah repairs, cellar restorations and external painting.
Mayor Shane Sali said the program supported the conservation of places that had shaped the unique character and identity of the region.
“It is great to see the community’s interest in ensuring good conservation practice across Greater Shepparton,” he said.
“I encourage those eligible to apply for a Heritage Conservation Grant to help preserve our region’s diverse cultural history.”
Grants of up to $15,000 are available on a dollar for dollar basis, which can include financial or in-kind contributions.
Owners of properties within the heritage overlay, both individually significant and contributing to a heritage precinct, are eligible to apply.
Works must be undertaken and completed between late 2023 and May 31, 2024. Full eligibility requirements are outlined in the Heritage Grants Guidelines 2019, which is available on council’s website.
Applications can be lodged until September 8.
Prospective applicants are encouraged to engage with council’s free heritage advisory service to discuss the proposed works by contacting council’s Building, Planning and Compliance Department on 5832 9700.
For more information, visit greatershepparton.com.au/greater-shepparton-heritage-grants-program
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