WOODSIDE Energy has thrown its weight behind the communities of Karratha and Roebourne where the company’s WA story began 40 years ago.
The energy giant has announced 10 community and not-for-profit organisations from the City of Karratha have been awarded Woodside Anniversary Grants of up to $100,000 for programs and activities that deliver positive local outcomes.
The grants form part of Woodside’s continued contribution to the Karratha and Roebourne communities as it marks 70 years as an Australian company and four decades of safe and reliable operations in Karratha this year.
Woodside Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Australia, Liz Westcott said Woodside and its joint venture participants in the North West Shelf Project and Scarborough Energy Project’s Pluto Train 2 were pleased to support the grants.
“Karratha is where our Western Australia story began and we understand that being a part of the community is centred on developing strong relationships and making meaningful contributions,” Ms Westcott said.
“We have done this for 40 years and look forward to continue supporting projects and programs that provide local solutions to local challenges.”
Grant recipients included the St John Ambulance to help purchase new ambulances and lifesaving equipment across its Karratha, Roebourne and Wickham operations.
Yaandina Community Services received a grant for the installation of air-conditioning in its Roebourne residential detoxification facility.
Yinjaa-Barni Art was supported for upgrades at its Roebourne art studio.
The WA Centre for Rural Health received a grant to deliver a business case to support the development of a Centre for Applied Research and Education (CARE) hub in Karratha.
Reach Us Pilbara received money for the purchase of equipment for its Karratha cancer support services centre.
Juluwarlu Group was given a grant for the delivery of the Yindjibarndi Wellness pilot program for Jadas and Gurri.
Karratha RSL received a grant for the installation of solar panels, battery storage and new air-conditioners in its facility.
Pilbara for Purpose was supported for the delivery of cultural competency training for community service providers.
Karratha Volunteer Fire and Rescue Services was supported for the upgrade of storage facilities to support year-round storage of firefighting equipment.
Dampier Community Association was given a grant for the purchase of kitchen equipment to support activation of the Dampier foreshore kiosk.
