NSW Grants Commission proposes new Federal Assistance Grant calculation method
What happened
The NSW Grants Commission released a new approach for calculating Federal Assistance Grants (FAGs) that will take effect in 2027. This zero-sum methodology drew criticism from the Country Mayors Association, which stated that the size of potential gains and losses for councils is considerable. Under the new method, Goulburn Mulwaree Council is set to receive $5,885,459 in 2027/28, which is $869,038 more than the 2025/26 allocation.
From goulburnpost.com.au
Why it matters
The proposed change in grant calculation could significantly alter the funding received by local councils across the region. Scott Gallacher noted that the local roads component for Goulburn Mulwaree Council was $181,147 less than the current year's allocation.
Demolition of Tarago infrastructure is underway due to severe lead and asbestos contamination.
From goulburnpost.com.au
Who's involved
- TaragoInfrastructure subject to contamination and funding mechanism changes
- Goulburn Mulwaree CouncilLocal government area projected to receive a direct increase in FAGs allocation
- Scott GallacherCommented on the proposed methodology for determining grant amounts
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- Goulburn Mulwaree CouncilSpeculative
Goulburn Mulwaree Council could see increased revenue from the Federal Assistance Grants allocation.
- TaragoSpeculative
Tarago might face increased costs for infrastructure repair due to changes in the funding mechanism.
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The entities involved
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Tarago
railway station in New South Wales, Australia
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