Latest News
• Add My News • Search Old News
A ‘ Win Win OpportunityIs your organization always scrabbling for ways to finance new projects and resources? By South Gippsland Shire Council - 24th September 2004 - Back to News Council’s innovative fundraising Community Raffle could be the answer to your worries.
Last year forty local community groups raised over $22,000 through the process of selling raffle tickets for exciting prizes, and 85% of this amount was then returned to the groups to fund their projects.
"It’s such a simple concept and its beauty is that it directly rewards individual effort," commented the Mayor, Cr Heather Bligh. " For example, the Meeniyan Pony Club was able to pay for riding instructors, the Leongatha and District Table Tennis Club raised funds to refurbish their Club rooms, and the Leongatha Golf Club was able to re-carpet the Ladies change rooms."
As well, the Toora Hall Committee refurbished their kitchen and helped out the Toora Family History group to install some shelving.
"It was fantastic to see people feeling empowered to make the changes they wanted in their facilities and communities, it really is the best maximisation of Council’s dollars," added the Mayor.
So, how does your group participate?
Your group needs to be a non-profit community or charitable organization serving South Gippsland, and will need to provide evidence of ‘declared status’ from the Victorian Gaming Authority prior to receiving tickets to sell. For every dollar raised, 15% will be retained by Council to cover administration costs and GST, and the remaining 85% goes back to your group.
With the fabulous prizes that are up for grabs, selling the tickets is an easy and pleasant task. Who wouldn’t take a $2 punt to win a world travel voucher? And help your cause into the bargain?
Here’s what you can win!
1st prize: World Travel Voucher $8000
2nd prize: LG Home Entertainment System $3200
3rd prize: Thrifty Link Hardware voucher $1000
4th prize: 12 month Family Cinema Pass $375
The raffle will be drawn on 9th March 2005 so there’s five months to raise funds. Don’t waste a moment… call Alycia Stivic on 5662 9271 or Lew Wilson on 5662 9259 to get your group involved.
Source: http://gippsland.com/ Published by: news@gippsland.com
Related Articles- Tarwin River partnership launches six projects for catchment restoration and community stewardship across West Gippsland
West Gippsland CMA has launched Together for the Tarwin, funding six projects over 18 months to restore wetlands, waterways and habitats while strengthening community stewardship across the Tarwin catchment. - Gippsland Landcare champions win Victorian awards for environmental conservation, First Nations collaboration and sustainable agriculture achievements
Two Gippsland Landcare champions have won 2026 Victorian Landcare Awards, with Moogji Aboriginal Council and Kate Mirams and Peter Neaves recognised for environmental stewardship, collaboration and sustainable agriculture. - Four Gippsland students win Water Week Poster competition promoting conservation and sustainability
Four young Gippsland artists have been recognised in Gippsland Water’s 2026 National Water Week poster competition, highlighting water conservation. Mirboo North Primary School won $500, while student Penelope placed third statewide. - Gippsland small business triumphs with award-winning High Country Hooch Distilling Enterprise at Glenaladale near Bairnsdale
High Country Hooch Distilling owners Paul and Leanne Poulter won Best New Business at the Gippsland Business Awards, growing their Glenaladale venture into a handcrafted spirits and tasting-room destination. - Nathan Kearsley and Jill Colson appointed as Baw Baw Shire new directors following recent organisational restructure
Baw Baw Shire Council has appointed Nathan Kearsley and Jill Colson as new directors following a restructure reducing its executive leadership team from five to three. - Nationals demand stronger policing as rising Latrobe Valley crime fuels growing community safety concerns and frustration
The Nationals say rising Latrobe Valley crime and fewer police officers demand urgent Labor government action, calling for stronger policing, tougher laws and better resources to restore community safety. - Gippsland Water customers invited to complete annual satisfaction survey for chance to win $100 bill credits and help improve services
Gippsland Water customers can complete the annual satisfaction survey from October 1 to 27, sharing feedback to improve services and entering a draw for $100 bill credits. - Baw Baw Shire Council appoints Anthony Petherbridge as third new director following organisational restructure
Baw Baw Shire Council has appointed Anthony Petherbridge as Director Community and Planning Services following its restructure, joining two new directors and bringing extensive strategic planning and executive-level local government experience. - Youth board opportunity to help shape the future of West Gippsland’s Catchments and natural environment
West Gippsland CMA is seeking an Associate Board Member aged 18–34 to contribute youth perspectives on natural resource management. Gain governance skills, training and mentorship. Apply with a resume and cover letter by 30 November 2026. - Have your say on the Planning Scheme Amendment C161egip - Lakes Entrance Northern Growth Area (Revised) to unlock growth until 21 September 2026
East Gippsland Shire Council is simplifying planning controls in Lakes Entrance Northern Growth Area, aiming to unlock housing growth, reduce red tape and support development over the next 30-plus years. - Have your say on Wellington Shire Draft Urban Paths Plan to improve walking and cycling connections by 8 November 2026
Wellington Shire Council is seeking community feedback on its Draft Urban Paths Plan to improve walking and cycling connections. Residents can complete an online survey from October 12 to November 8, 2026. - Baw Baw Shire Council urges election commitments on hospital, roads, transport and infrastructure for growing communities
Baw Baw Shire Council is urging state and federal leaders to support local priorities, including a new hospital, transport, roads, housing, tourism and infrastructure, ahead of Victoria’s November election. - Yarram Pool installs new accessibility pod to improve safety, comfort and inclusion for residents with mobility challenges
Yarram Pool has installed a new accessibility pod following community feedback, providing safer, more comfortable water access for residents with mobility challenges ahead of the summer swimming season.
|
|
