funding

How to improve Council’s financial sustainability and service delivery

This article explores how councils can refine their grant management processes today while preparing for the potential of untied funding.

When Strategies Fail: Lessons from Closing Climbing Spots to Transmission Lines 

Picture this: a social media post starts circulating, showing a proposed transmission line cutting through the farm your…

Rebuilding Trust: Getting Projects Back on Track After Backlash 

The path forward can seem daunting when planning or strategies spark stakeholder outrage—be it over a climbing area…

Decoding the inquiry into Local Government funding and services

The Parliamentary Inquiry into Victorian Local Government Funding and Services reveals significant challenges faced by councils, offering practical recommendations for financial sustainability. Let’s decode its implications for your council’s future.

Grantus secures $5 Million for Inclusive Sports in Regional Victoria

This article explores how a proactive strategy and collaborative approach with Leisure Networks were pivotal in securing the grant. It also offers insights on leadership, effective teamwork under pressure, and improving grant applications.

Grantus helps secure funding for 20+ houses!

We are thrilled to announce that Grantus has successfully helped secure significant funding through the Regional Worker Accommodation Fund for two pivotal projects: supporting the Pyrenees Shire Council and MCBG Karadoc Pty Ltd (Garraway Developments)

Unlocking Regional Growth: How to Build Winning Business Cases

Securing funding for regional projects can feel like navigating a maze.

We show you how to use the ‘Investment Management Standard’ to build business cases that win!

From Grid to Growth

With over 2,200 candidates vying for local council positions in the upcoming Victorian elections, there is a wave of fresh enthusiasm entering local government. So how should new councillors navigate the steep learning curve they’ll face with governance, protocols and complex local issues?

Navigating the Future

As proud sponsors of the recent Rural Councils Victoria (RCV) Forum, our CEO Simon Coutts had the privilege of engaging with leaders across the sector to discuss crucial issues such as financial sustainability, securing additional funding, the impact of upcoming elections, and the transformative potential of AI in local government.

A social enterprise’s guide to tenders, social procurement, scalability and financial sustainability

This is an incredible time for Victoria. Victoria’s social procurement framework is groundbreaking for Australia and the world….