Yass Valley Council is seeking expressions of interest from community members to fill up to two community representative positions on the Bango Wind Farm Community Enhancement Fund Advisory Committee.
Established under section 355 of the Local Government Act 1993, and in accordance with the Voluntary Planning Agreement (VPA), the Advisory Committee comprises representatives from Yass Valley Council, Squadron Energy and up to two community representatives who do not own any of the Bango Wind Farm land.
Community representatives should have a strong understanding of the local community, demonstrate sound judgement and integrity, and be able to assess grant applications fairly, objectively and in the best interests of the community.
The Advisory Committee is responsible for administering the Community Enhancement Fund. Its responsibilities include determining the application process for funding, reviewing eligible applications against the objectives, eligibility requirements and assessment criteria of the Voluntary Planning Agreement (VPA) and the Community Enhancement Fund Guidelines, and recommending to Council which local projects should receive funding from the Community Enhancement Fund. Committee members are also required to operate in accordance with the Committee Charter and fulfil the responsibilities outlined in the VPA.
The 2026–27 Bango Wind Farm Community Enhancement Fund grant round has funding of more than $50,000 available to eligible applicants.
Under the Deed of Variation of the Community Enhancement Agreement between Yass Valley Council and Squadron Energy, the Bango Wind Farm Community Enhancement Fund supports local individuals, charities, not-for-profit organisations, associations and clubs by providing funding for projects, goods and services that deliver lasting benefits to communities in and around the Bango Wind Farm area.
Expressions of Interest close 5pm, Monday 31 August 2026.
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