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Community Impact Stories
Here’s a great story: we’ve proudly invested well over $2.5M into local community projects and we’re not stopping there. On top of that, we invested in a Community House for all, creating a space where everyone belongs. We partner with local organisations and the business sector to resource and grow in the community space, including funding our Community Partnerships Lead role to drive even greater impact. We love sharing the stories of how our investment helps the community thrive.
Capturing History, One Lens at a Time
We were proud to support the recent “Elaine Thru the Lens” exhibition by the Meredith History Interest Group which a powerful snapshot of community, history and the people who make our region special. Held as Part One of a two-part project, the exhibition featured historical and contemporary photos of Elaine and surrounds. Part Two will be a published book and is coming next year, capturing even more stories for future generations. The group has also published “Steiglitz Thru
A Trailer for Trees
Thanks to Sparktank funding the local Leigh Catchment Group now has a brand new lockable trailer and tools to support tree planting events for decades to come! • Over 6000 plants in the ground already this year • Partnerships with groups like Rotary, CWA, Bunnings and The Med Shed • A boosted sense of appreciation and team spirit among volunteers. And we're here for all of it! Group Secretary Jess Higgins-Anderson said, “Being part of the Sparktank event was a real pleasure a
Growing the Game from the Ground Up
Mount Clear Cricket Club has powered up junior development with new training gear, subsidised playing tops for U13–U17 Girls teams, and created a more engaging, fun environment for all. • Better coaching tools • Reduced costs for families • Higher energy, more participation! “We’ve been able to provide improved training opportunities… and it’s had a big impact on the enthusiasm of our players," said Richard Matters, Junior Parent and Senior Cricketer. Local sport thrives when
A Century of Rotary, Captured in Print
We said 'YES' to supporting the Rotary Club of Ballarat publish a stunning 419 page coffee-table book celebrating a century of service. It was launched in the very room it all started, in the City of Ballarat Town Hall’s Trench Room. The launch was brilliant: 90 people attended, Tracey Hargreaves officiated, speeches were given (including from our Branch Manager Randall and Partnerships Lead Kelly), and this local Rotary story was really celebrated. Banners, applause and lots
Sewing for Heart
This is exactly what our Community House is all about. The CWA Buninyong came together for a Sew-a-thon with nearly 30 women and girls rolling up their sleeves to cut, stitch and sew with purpose. They created over 150 cloth reusable menstruation pads to support women and girls in Uganda. It was a beautiful picture of experienced women teaching younger women, all for the benefit of other women. The room was full of energy, generosity and community spirit and we loved seeing i
Heartfelt Support for Families
When the team at Babies Above pitched at SparkTank 2024 with their idea to support families experiencing baby loss, we knew it was something special. The project was heartfelt, community-led and unlike anything else in Ballarat. Thanks to support from Community Bank Buninyong, the team at Babies Above has brought their vision to life, creating and delivering curated bereavement care boxes for local families navigating the unimaginable heartbreak of baby loss. Each care packag
Strengthening Emergency Response
The Buninyong–Mount Helen Fire Brigade has welcomed a major upgrade to its operational capacity with the arrival of a new, fully-equipped...
Rowers Go Next Level with Tech-Powered Wins!
When you're slicing through the water in a tight race, every second and every stroke counts. That’s why we were thrilled to back Ballarat High School Rowing with a Community Investment Grant to purchase new Cox Boxes and GPS units for their rowing crews. The results? Three bronze medals and a whole new level of insight and precision for crews and coaches alike! The new tech made its debut at the State Championships , where the senior boys div 2 and year 10 boys div 1 crews
Empowering Youth + Saving Lives
When it comes to mental health, knowledge saves lives. That’s why we’re so proud to support Youth Live4Life , ensuring more local young...
Dance Kept Alive for Gen Z
At Community Bank Buninyong, we’re proud to have said 'YES' to supporting the Filipino/Australian Association of Ballarat Inc. (FAABI) in...
Creating Brighter Futures
At Community Bank Buninyong, we’re proud to support the incredible work of the Aboriginal Literacy Foundation helping local students gain the skills and confidence they need to succeed. Our funding has helped provide tutors for their After-School Literacy Tutoring Program, which runs four nights a week during school terms. With the disruptions caused by Covid lockdowns, this program has been a lifeline for students to catch up and thrive. Aboriginal Literacy Foundation repres
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