Key information
- Status: Not open for application
- Grant amount: In line with invitation to apply
Program objective
The NSW Government has committed $45 million to the LIF through the Community and Employment Benefit Program (the Program). The purpose of the LIF is to provide funding for infrastructure projects that will deliver long-term and legacy benefits for local communities within the Central-West Orana REZ.
Please refer to this link for a copy of the full guidelines.
The LIF Objectives are to:
- Improve liveability through greater access to health services, housing and accommodation, telecommunication connectivity and other public services and infrastructure;
- Increase community connection through improved access to quality sport, recreation, and other community infrastructure; and
- Support regional economic development and diversification through enabling infrastructure projects.
This program is administered by The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water.
Grant recipients
Recipients for this program were selected to meet the program objectives.
Eligible recipients were invited to participate and were required to meet the objectives.
What was approved
Approved for Dubbo Regional Council
The REACT Centre Training Facility will benefit disadvantaged cohorts, including Indigenous communities in Wellington. REACT will deliver sought after renewable energy training to address critical skill gaps. Outcomes include increased employment opportunities, local economic growth, and an increase in skilled workers.
$11,238,476 was approved by
Chief Executive Officer, EnergyCoDate approved
June 2025Location of the recipient
Dubbo RegionalAbout the grant
Applications approved
4
Applications received
9
Legacy Infrastructure Fund - Central-West Orana REZ
Program term
Dec-28What was approved
Approved for Mid-Western Regional Council
Mid-Western Regional Council will construct affordable housing in Mudgee to attract and accommodate essential workers who will provide services to the Mid-Western Region’s population which will grow significantly due to the influx of workers associated with the Central-West Orana Renewable Energy Zone State Significant Development projects.
$11,250,000 was approved by
Chief Executive Officer, EnergyCoDate approved
June 2025Location of the recipient
Mid-Western RegionalAbout the grant
Applications approved
4
Applications received
9
Legacy Infrastructure Fund - Central-West Orana REZ
Program term
Dec-28What was approved
Approved for Upper Hunter Shire Council
The village of Cassilis will have a Sewerage Treatment Plant constructed that services the primary residences and businesses in the village. The project will include connection to the plant for all identified residents and businesses.
$9,769,518 was approved by
Chief Executive Officer, EnergyCoDate approved
June 2025Location of the recipient
Upper HunterAbout the grant
Applications approved
4
Applications received
9
Legacy Infrastructure Fund - Central-West Orana REZ
Program term
Dec-28What was approved
Approved for Upper Hunter Shire Council
Cassilis will have a footbridge constructed across the Munmulla River, with additional pathways and landscaping to be integrated. The improvements will ensure pedestrians can access the recreation grounds safely.
$1,387,915 was approved by
Chief Executive Officer, EnergyCoDate approved
June 2025Location of the recipient
Upper HunterAbout the grant
Applications approved
4
Applications received
9
Legacy Infrastructure Fund - Central-West Orana REZ
Program term
Dec-28What was approved
Approved for Warrumbungle Shire Council
Benefits Coolah residents connected to Coolah Water Supply Scheme by providing an alternative drinking water source of improved quality standard in terms of reduced contamination potential and improved taste.
$500,000 was approved by
Chief Executive Officer, EnergyCoDate approved
June 2025Location of the recipient
WarrumbungleAbout the grant
Applications approved
4
Applications received
9
Legacy Infrastructure Fund - Central-West Orana REZ
Program term
Dec-28Support and contact
Please contact energyco@regional.nsw.gov.au.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) can be viewed here.