Bega - CBP 2026

Community Building Partnership (CBP) 2026 Grant Program - Bega 

Welcome to the CBP 2026 Program for the Electoral District of Bega. This program provides an opportunity for local community organisations and councils to strengthen the wellbeing of NSW communities through small local infrastructure projects.

The local Member of Parliament (MP) has prepared the below summary of the electoral district priorities to provide guidance to applicants considering lodging an Expression of Interest (EOI) for CBP funding in the electoral district of Bega. 

Electoral District Priorities 

The Bega Electorate is home to some of the oldest communities in NSW, with significantly higher proportions of residents aged 65 and over and median ages well above the state average. While the population continues to grow, it is at a slower rate than NSW overall. Growth is driven largely by retirees, remote workers and those seeking a coastal lifestyle. The Far South Coast’s natural assets, strong community identity, expanding tourism sector, agricultural base and growing health and social services industry remain key strengths. However, the region also faces challenges including limited housing availability, digital connectivity gaps, workforce pressures, an ageing population and vulnerability to natural disasters.

Priorities for CBP funding in the Bega Electorate include:

• Infrastructure that supports our ageing population, improves accessibility and strengthens community inclusion.
• Projects that build disaster resilience and enhance preparedness for bushfires, floods and extreme weather.
• Infrastructure to support the region’s health and social services, including wellbeing, family and mental health programs.
• Telecommunications and connectivity improvements, along with safe transport-linked infrastructure.
• Facilities that support youth engagement, education, recreation and community participation.
• Environment and cultural heritage projects that protect the region’s natural assets and First Nations cultural landscape.
• Infrastructure that strengthens the region’s agricultural and aquaculture industries, supporting resilience, diversity, productivity and innovation

Electoral District Boundaries 

To verify your project location and ensure it falls within the electoral district Bega, visit the Elections NSW website and use the 'Search by street address' function or ‘State Districts’ browse function:

https://elections.nsw.gov.au/elections/find-my-electorate

Need Help? 

The CBP Team at the Department of Communities and Justice is available to assist CBP 2026 applicants with general program queries.

Phone: (02) 8753 8144
Email: CBP2026@dcj.nsw.gov.au
Office hours: 9am – 5pm, Monday to Friday

We receive a high volume of calls and emails in the days leading up to the application deadline. If you need assistance, please contact us at least 24 hours before the deadline.