Drouin bank donates funds

Twelve community based groups and organisations have shared in more than $32,000 as the first recipients of Drouin Community Bank sponsorships for this financial year.
Over the past five financial years, the bank has distributed more than $2.4 million via grants, donations, community investments and dividends to local shareholders.
At the recent cheque presentation, a range of groups and events received funding, sharing in $32,200.
Recipients included:
Warragul Scout Group - funding for camping equipment
Baw Baw LLEN - sponsorship for 2026 Inspiring Young People event
Warragul Football Netball Club - sponsorship for 2026 season
Warragul Little Athletics - funds to assist purchase of a high jump mat
West Gippsland Dance Festival - event sponsorship
Myli - morning tea to support a scams awareness session
Ellinbank Recreation Reserve - new internet infrastructure
Baw Baw Big Blokes Barbecue - event sponsorship
Warragul Youth Theatre - sponsorship for Shrek Jnr production
Drouin Dragons Soccer Club - support for tournament
Drouin CFA - purchase of a second defibrillator and trauma kit
West Gippsland Community Radio - Drouin Folk Club initiative.