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11/05/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the 2026–27 Wheatbelt State Budget Breakfast in York! 🌾

It was a great opportunity to hear from the Hon Sabine Winton MLA, Minister for Wheatbelt, as she outlined what the State Government’s 2026–27 Budget means for the Wheatbelt.

We were pleased to welcome representatives from community organisations, local governments, industry and regional stakeholders from across the Wheatbelt to hear about the investments and priorities shaping the region’s future.

🔗 To learn more about this year’s budget and what it means for the Wheatbelt, view the regional fact sheet: ourstatebudget.wa.gov.au/2026-27/regions/wheatbelt.pdf

🔗 Explore the full State Budget: ourstatebudget.wa.gov.au/

A huge thank you to the local businesses and suppliers who helped make the event a success:
🎟️ York Recreation and Convention Centre for hosting
🎤 Wheatbelt Audio Visual for audiovisual services
💐 Funny Farm Flowers for the floral arrangements
🥐 Bellissimo York for catering
📸 Angie Roe Photography for capturing the morning

This event was made possible through the support of the Shire of York and the Wheatbelt Business Network.

29/04/2026

Don’t miss your chance to be part of the 2026–27 State Budget Breakfast⏰🌾

Join the Hon Sabine Winton MLA, Minister for Education; Early Childhood; Preventative Health; and the Wheatbelt, as she outlines the priorities, investments and initiatives shaping the region’s future.

Enjoy a grazing breakfast in picturesque York, WA’s oldest inland town, and connect with others shaping the Wheatbelt ☕

This event is presented by the Wheatbelt Development Commission and proudly supported by the Wheatbelt Business Network and the Shire of York

🎟️ Tickets are limited so secure your spot today: https://wbn.org.au/event/wheatbelt-state-budget-breakfast-2026/

21/04/2026

You're invited to the 2026–27 State Budget Breakfast in York on Friday, 8 May!🌾

Join the Hon Sabine Winton MLA, Minister for Education; Early Childhood; Preventative Health; and the Wheatbelt, as she outlines the key priorities, investments and initiatives shaping the future of the Wheatbelt.

Presented by the Wheatbelt Development Commission and proudly supported by the Wheatbelt Business Network and the Shire of York, this event offers a valuable opportunity to hear directly from the Minister and connect with local stakeholders over breakfast.

🎟️ Tickets are limited so secure your spot today: https://wbn.org.au/event/wheatbelt-state-budget-breakfast-2026/

10/04/2026

Nine Wheatbelt projects will share in $766,000 through Round 8 of the Regional Economic Development (RED) Grants program🌾

Round 8 showcases the breadth of opportunity across the Wheatbelt, from advanced manufacturing and agricultural value adding to tourism and Aboriginal enterprise.

The funding will drive business growth, create local jobs and support a more diverse regional economy, including new tourism experiences, expanded processing capacity and innovative sustainability initiatives.

👉 See the full list of funded projects via the link: https://www.wa.gov.au/government/media-statements/Cook%20Labor%20Government/RED-grants-drive-investment-and-diversification-in-the-Wheatbelt-20260410

02/04/2026

It was great to welcome the Hon Sabine Winton MLA, Minister for Wheatbelt, and the Hon Amber-Jade Sanderson MLA, Minister for Energy and Decarbonisation, to Merredin last week🌾

Minister Winton met with the Shire of Merredin to discuss the opportunities and challenges shaping regional growth, including workforce and skills, housing, infrastructure and local content, before visiting Merredin Glazing Service, where a Regional Economic Development (RED) Grant is strengthening local manufacturing capability and improving productivity.

With Merredin playing a key role in the renewable energy transition, Ministers Winton and Sanderson visited Collgar Wind Farm, highlighting how the eastern Wheatbelt’s wind resource is supporting a more reliable and balanced energy system. They also met with Njaki Njaki leaders and Maarli Services, whose involvement in major projects reflects the growing role of Aboriginal businesses and the opportunities emerging alongside the transition.

Minister Sanderson also visited the Merredin Big Battery project, which is currently under construction and expected to be operational in late 2026, further reinforcing the Wheatbelt’s role in WA’s clean energy future.

Together, these initiatives reflect a Wheatbelt that is diversifying, growing and helping to shape WA’s future 🍃

And, of course, no visit to Merredin is complete without a stop at Wheatbelt Coffee Time to keep the day moving ☕

12/01/2026

Thank you to everyone who submitted applications for Round 8 of the RED Grants program📝

Applications are now under assessment. We look forward to reviewing the projects and appreciate the significant time and effort that goes into preparing each application.

If you missed this round, information on future funding opportunities is available on our website at wheatbelt.wa.gov.au

The RED Grants program is delivered by the Wheatbelt Development Commission, with support from the Department of Primary Industries & Regional Development.

📷 Northern Valley Locavore (Round 1 RED Grant recipient)

09/01/2026

Applications for Round 8 of the RED Grants program close today at 5pm 🗓️

The RED Grants program supports innovative regional businesses to grow, diversify and create local jobs across the Wheatbelt. Eligible applicants can apply for up to $150,000 in funding for individual projects.

Our team is available to answer any questions and provide guidance ahead of the closing time.

✉️ [email protected]
☎️ (08) 9622 7222

Apply now: https://wheatbelt.wa.gov.au/regional-economic-development-grants/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=redgrantsround8

📷 From left to right: Drome Dairy Natural (Round 3), Northern Valley Locavore (Round 1), Noongar Boodjar Rangers (Round 2), Kochii Eucalyptus Oil (Round 2)

05/01/2026

Applications for Round 8 of the RED Grants program close 5pm this Friday, 9 January 2026 🗓️

Round 4 recipient Augment Agriculture used its RED Grant to support the development of a new multifunctional facility in York, on land it owns and leases to its sister company, Living Farm. The purpose-built facility brings together secure equipment storage, workshop space and operational areas into a single, modern base designed to support contemporary agronomic research and consulting.

By centralising operations, the facility has enabled Living Farm to expand its business, strengthen its long-term presence in the Wheatbelt, and support local jobs🌾

Through the RED Grants program, we are supporting innovative regional businesses to grow, diversify and create local employment. Eligible applicants can apply for up to $150,000 in funding for individual projects in the Wheatbelt.

Learn more and apply today: https://wheatbelt.wa.gov.au/regional-economic-development-grants/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=redgrantsround8

📷 Richard and Jenny from Living Farm

17/12/2025

Less than one month remains to apply for Round 8 of the RED Grants program⏱️

If you have questions about eligibility, the application process, or your project idea, our team is here to help. Applications take time to prepare, we encourage prospective applicants to get in touch early.

☎️ 9622 7222
✉️ [email protected]

Through the RED Grants program, we are supporting innovative regional businesses to grow, diversify and create local jobs. Eligible applicants can apply for funding of up to $150,000 for individual projects in the Wheatbelt.

Learn more and apply: https://wheatbelt.wa.gov.au/regional-economic-development-grants/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=redgrantsround8&utm_content=contactus

The RED Grants program is delivered by the Wheatbelt Development Commission with support from the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development.

09/12/2025

Only one month to go to apply for RED Grants funding🌾

Koorian Farming, a family-owned business in the Shire of Gingin, used their Round 7 RED Grant to upgrade irrigation, build a new packing shed and install cold storage facilities.

These investments are helping the business scale up production of premium extra virgin olive oil, cold-pressed pomegranate juice and fresh fruit, boosting productivity and strengthening its capacity to supply local, interstate and export markets.

Through the RED Grants program, we are supporting innovative regional businesses to grow, diversify and create local jobs. Eligible applicants can apply for funding of up to $150,000 for individual projects in the Wheatbelt.

Round 8 applications are now open and close 5pm, 9 January 2026.

Learn more and apply today: https://wheatbelt.wa.gov.au/regional-economic-development-grants/

📸 David and Raf Gollach

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