Growing the sustainability leaders of tomorrow in Southern Adelaide


Since 2010, the Southern Region Waste Resource Authority (SRWRA) has been inspiring environmental action in classrooms across Southern Adelaide through our Les Perry Grant program.

With every grant, we're helping schools at a primary and preschool level turn their big ideas on sustainability, recycling, and waste minimisation into exciting, hands-on projects.

Grants of up to $1,200 are available for projects that put an innovative spin on reducing, reusing, recycling, and composting, and get your students learning about the world around them.

So, ready to get elbow deep in a worm farm or sink your teeth into a ‘nude food’ day?


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Our Impact

 

Who was Les Perry?

The Les Perry Grant was established to honour the dedication and commitment to sustainability of SRWRA’s Executive Officer from 1999-2007. Les’s tireless efforts in leading SRWRA for the benefit of Adelaide’s southern communities had a lasting impact on the South Australian waste management industry that continues today. 


About SRWRA

The Southern Region Waste Resource Authority (SRWRA) is a leader in delivering innovative and sustainable waste management solutions for the benefit of our southern Adelaide communities and the environment.

SRWRA established the Les Perry Grant in 2010 as part of a broader initiative to support community education and boost local engagement in building better waste practices.



Les Perry Grant FAQs

A maximum amount of $1,200 (ex GST) per project is available. There is no minimum application amount.

The Les Perry Grant is available to any preschools, kindergartens, early childhood education centres and primary school located in the Cities of Onkaparinga, Marion, or Holdfast Bay. Both public and private schools may apply.

When assessing grant applications, priority will be given to projects that:

  • Demonstrate significant educational benefit
  • Show an innovative approach to reducing, reusing, recycling, or composting

In 2025, here are the key dates you’ll need to know

  • Applications open: September 2025
  • Applications close: 30 November 2025
  • Acquittal due: 30 April 2026

Applications must be submitted using the official Grant Application Form here.

Questions can be emailed to: admin@srwra.com.au. Please note we will not accept applications submitted via email.

Successful applicants must:

  • Use the funds solely for the approved project
  • Seek written approval from SRWRA before making any significant changes to the project scope
  • Submit a written evaluation and expenditure statement at project conclusion
  • Complete and return the SRWRA Acquittal Form by 30 April 2026
  • Comply with all funding conditions within 12 months of receiving the grant

Applicants should be aware of the Federal Government’s taxation requirements, including GST and the need for an ABN. For advice, contact the Australian Taxation Office on 13 28 66 or visit www.ato.gov.au.


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