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Tweed River Health Grants for Rural Landowners

Run by Tweed Shire Council

OpenLast checked October 22, 2026
What you get
Funding for fencing, stock troughs, crossing points, erosion stabilisation, weed control and revegetation; amount set per project (no published maximum)
Who qualifies
Rural landowners throughout Tweed Shire with stream frontage, land zoned rural; priority for the drinking water catchment above Bray Park Weir (Oxley River and upper Tweed River) plus Cobaki and Terranora Broadwaters and Tweed Coastal Creeks
Where
Rural landowners with creek or river frontage in Tweed Shire.
Status
Open. Expressions of interest accepted.
Type of payment
Cost share
Official program page

What you do

If your rural property fronts a creek or river, Council can fund fencing, erosion control, weed control and native revegetation of the banks in return for your contribution.

Requirements

  • Land zoned rural
  • Generally at least 100 metres of stream bank
  • Landowner commitment to project outcomes through financial or in-kind contribution
  • Works subject to agreement and design after a site inspection

How to apply

  1. 1Complete the River Health Grants expression of interest form, or contact Council's Waterways team (02 6670 2580)
  2. 2Council inspects your stream bank and discusses possible works
  3. 3Agree on the project design and contributions

Sources

Last checked October 22, 2026. See something out of date? Tell us.

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Source: Sow, “Tweed River Health Grants for Rural Landowners,” Yard rebates directory, checked October 22, 2026, https://www.usesow.com/rebates/new-south-wales/tweed-river-health-grants

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