Macedon Ranges council will receive $65,000 to purchase a generator as part of government funding to reduce the risk and impact of disasters.
In a joint federal and state government initiative, almost 50 projects across Victoria will be supported through the national partnership agreement on disaster risk reduction (NPA) to minimise the risk and impact of natural disasters on local communities.
As part of the risk and resilience grants program, Macedon Ranges council will purchase the generator to provide power for essential services in surrounding towns during extreme weather events.
State Emergency Services Minister Jaclyn Symes said the program highlights the incredible work local Victorian organisations are leading to reduce the risk of natural disasters and build resilience.
“We’ll never be able to eradicate natural disasters, however we can ensure local communities are better prepared for when they occur,” she said.
“I look forward to following the success of these crucial projects. The recipients of these grants are working incredibly hard to reduce risks and prepare Victorians for severe weather events.”
Other successful applicants include the North Central Catchment Management Authority, Greater Shepparton council, The Puffing Billy Railway Board and Greater Bendigo council.
Federal Emergency Management Minister Murray Watt said the federal government is committed to working with the state government to make sure Victorians are more prepared for natural disasters.
“A significant focus of the NPA is to help locally-led organisations address the risks that they have identified, with solutions that will help them better prepare and respond,” he said.
