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Growing Suburbs Fund 2024-2025

The Growing Suburbs Fund (GSF) was a response to the needs of growing communities through fast-tracking high priority local infrastructure projects. These projects contributed to more resilient and liveable communities and improved councils’ capacity to respond to changing community needs and demands.

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Suburban Revitalisation Program

The Suburban Revitalisation Program supported local projects in metropolitan activity centres to boost liveability, economic growth, and community connection through partnerships with councils, businesses, and communities.

The program established 8 Suburban Revitalisation Boards in Boronia, Broadmeadows, Frankston, Lilydale, Melton, Noble Park, Reservoir and Tarneit, each chaired by a local MP and made up of representatives from councils, businesses, service providers and community organisations.

271 projects were funded and delivered over $112 million in project value.

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Living Local Fund

As more Melburnians worked and socialised locally, the $15 million fund strengthened metropolitan communities through the Suburban and Community Grants programs under the Our Suburbs: Living Local Fund.

These grants supported projects aligned with 20-minute neighbourhood principles, including playgrounds, gardens, halls, paths, lighting and public art upgrades.

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Metropolitan Partnership Development Fund (MPDF)

The Metropolitan Partnerships program brought together community, business, and government leaders to identify local priorities and provide advice that shaped projects and services for Melbourne’s outer and growing suburbs.

The MPDF delivered 65 place-based projects, engaged over 17,500 Melburnians, and influenced major policies and investments across mental health, transport, housing, skills, environment, and key initiatives like the Big Housing Build and Suburban Rail Loop.

Insights from each Partnership are available to inform future government decisions.

For more information or reports, contact revitalisation.programs@transport.vic.gov.au

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Targeted Revitalisation Investments

Cranbourne Public Hall - The Cranbourne Public Hall Upgrades are delivering a modern, accessible, and multi-use facility that meets the evolving needs of the Cranbourne community, providing flexible spaces for people to meet, learn, play, socialise, connect, and celebrate culture. Funding of $1,000,000  provided.

Altona Foreshore Revitalisation - This project created a welcoming new beach entry with improved beach access, safer pedestrian and cycling paths, sustainable gathering spaces, and upgrades that complement Pier Street and the Altona Pier while addressing coastal and climate challenges. Funding of $4.4 million was provided by the Suburban Revitalisation Program, $1.4 million from the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action $100,000 from the -Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Regions, along with an $8.6 million contribution from-Hobsons Bay City Council. The total project value was $15.4 million.

Streetscape Improvements - Upgrades in Thomastown and Lalor improved safety, amenity, and public spaces through new outdoor dining areas, a pedestrian crossing, enhancements to the War Memorial, and a revitalised May Road / David Street connection between the library and shopping centre. Funding of $1,000,000 provided.

Springvale Boulevard - The Springvale Boulevard project transformed Springvale Road into a vibrant gateway and cultural destination, enhancing the visitor experience, creating new outdoor dining opportunities, and delivering Stage 1 works between Balmoral Avenue and Windsor Avenue. Funding of $900,000 provided.

Neighbourhood Activity Centre Renewal Fund (2020/21)

The Victorian Government provided grants of up to $100,000 to local councils for projects to improve metropolitan shopping strips with streetscape upgrades, outdoor dining spaces, pop-up parks, public art, and greening, and support local businesses.

Let's Stay Connected Fund

The Let’s Stay Connected Fund provided grants of $5,000 to $200,000 for community-led projects that fostered connection and reduced loneliness during and beyond the COVID-19 pandemic.

20-Minute Neighbourhood Pilots (2020/21)

The 20-Minute Neighbourhood pilot, a key part of Plan Melbourne, funded projects in Strathmore, Sunshine West and Croydon South to create walkable, connected and vibrant local hubs, delivered through collaboration between state departments, local councils and community partners.

Download the 20-Minute Neighbourhood Pilot fact sheet to learn more

Existing grants

Page last updated: 28/07/26