Opportunity to grow a greener Scenic Rim with Environment Grants

Published on 06 August 2026

Scenic Rim community groups, schools and environmental organisations keen to protect the region's natural assets can now apply for a share of $80,000 in funding through Council's Community Environment Grants Program.

The program supports projects that protect and improve native vegetation and wildlife habitats across the Scenic Rim, with up to $20,000 per project available to eligible applicants.

Landcare groups, non-government organisations, not-for-profit organisations, community groups and primary and secondary schools, as well as pre-schools, are encouraged to apply for funding before applications close on 31 August 2026.

Scenic Rim Mayor Tom Sharp said the grants recognise the important role played by local organisations in protecting the region's internationally recognised natural environment.

"Our community is passionate about caring for our unique landscapes, waterways and wildlife, and these grants provide them with extra support to help turn great environmental ideas into lasting outcomes," he said.

"Whether it's restoring native vegetation, purchasing equipment to monitor recovery projects or delivering campaigns that build environmental awareness, these grants help local communities and organisations make a meaningful difference for future generations."

Eligible projects could include habitat restoration and revegetation, wildlife care enclosures, weed and invasive species management, erosion and waterway protection, threatened species conservation, native fish restocking, fire management activities, environmental education and community awareness initiatives.

Organisations are encouraged to apply for funding for new or concurrent environmental projects.

Earlier this year, five Scenic Rim conservation projects shared more than $80,000 through the Community Environment Grants Program, supporting initiatives including weed management, creek restoration and drone-based koala surveys.

Successful 2025–2026 projects included Tamborine Mountain Landcare's Corridors Regeneration project, Thunderbird Rewilding's lantana control program, Watergum Community's koala surveys in Kooralbyn, ecological restoration by Beechmont District Landcare Association and continued weed control along Biddaddaba Creek by the Biddaddaba Creek Action Group.

"Council is committed to investing in community groups and organisations that are making a positive difference to the Scenic Rim through programs that help enhance the quality of life of the region, not just in the year ahead but for the long term," Cr Sharp said.

For further information and details on how to apply visit https://www.scenicrim.qld.gov.au/Our-Community/Community-and-Culture/Grants-Funding-and-Awards/Community-Grants-Program