Funding for community groups in the Gloucester and Stroud districts

THIRTY-THREE community organisations in the Gloucester and Stroud regions have benefited from a share in $92,000 through Stratford Coal’s 2026 Community Support Program.

The funding will support a diverse range of local organisations including primary and high schools, rural fire services, creative and cultural associations, historical societies, sporting clubs, community halls, country clubs, preschool services and support groups.

Over 30 community representatives attended a presentation on 3 February at The Little Avon in Gloucester to celebrate the funding boost.

Rod Williams of the Stroud Road Community Hall and Progress Association said, “We would like to thank Stratford Coal for their ongoing support in the local community.

“Most of the organisations receiving funding are run by volunteers, and continued financial investment is needed for the organisations to continue to operate.

“All yearly running costs for the Stroud Road Community Hall and Progress Association are raised through either donations or fundraising events.”

Stratford Coal Operations Manager John Cullen congratulated the successful 2026 recipients.

“We are dedicated to making a positive difference to the Gloucester and Stroud communities and its people and a key way of doing this is funding programs and initiatives year on year through our Community Support Program.

“We always enjoy hosting a Community Support Program presentation so we can get everyone together to celebrate their donation and discuss how they are going to invest it into their programs or bring a new idea to life for the benefit of the people in our community.

“This year we are pleased to see that our funding will go towards enhancing school programs and learning opportunities, help run local community events, purchase vital firefighting equipment, build new playground equipment at schools, improve local signage, update outdoor community spaces, install a publicly accessible defibrillator and upgrade buildings and facilities.”

The Stratford Coal Community Support Program runs annually.

Funded by Yancoal Australia it provides financial assistance to local groups working in the areas of health, community, environment, arts, culture, education and training.