Sapphire Wind Farm Community Benefit Fund awards grants to six local community projects
Six local organisations in the Inverell region have been successful in round 1 of the 2026 Sapphire Wind Farm Community Benefit Fund.
Administered by Inverell Shire Council, Squadron Energy’s Sapphire Wind Farm Community Benefit Fund provides grants to eligible local organisations for equipment and infrastructure upgrades, repairs and renovations, and community programs and events that deliver lasting benefits for the local community.
Clarke Creek Wind Farm Community Benefit Fund applications open for 2026
Applications are open for Squadron Energy’s Clarke Creek Wind Farm Community Benefit Fund for 2026.
The fund supports community projects and initiatives within 50km of the 450-megawatt wind farm.
There is a total annual commitment of $200,000.
Sapphire Wind Farm fund helps 14 Inverell organisations, with motorcycle club to ride on revamped track
The latest round of Squadron Energy’s Sapphire Wind Farm Community Benefit Fund supported 14 community organisations in the Inverell area.
These organisations shared $90,000, with the Inverell Motorcycle Sports Club using the fund to purchase a power harrow and shelter shed.
Squadron Energy supports food, rent and activities for disadvantaged Inverell youth
The Inverell Community Youth Centre has provided essentials for disadvantaged youth such as hot food and activities, with support from Squadron Energy. The centre was the recipient of Squadron Energy’s Sapphire Wind Farm Community Benefit Fund.