Tourism Event Funding Grants

Published on 12 April 2022

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Community groups, tourism operators and festival organisers in the Rural City of Wangaratta are invited to get their applications in quickly through Council’s Tourism Event Grants Program.

The program aims to support the growth of events that increase visitation to the region, enhance Wangaratta as a holiday destination, attract key target markets, provide an economic benefit, enhance the culture of the community, support and enhance the local tourism strengths, or grow an existing event to become financially viable and sustainable.

Grants of up to $2000 are available for minor events, and up to $5000 for major and marquee events, with applications now open, and closing at 5pm on Friday 22 April.

Cr Harry Bussell believes Wangaratta and surrounds hosts some amazing events that attraction attention from across Victoria, Melbourne and southern NSW.

“We are pleased to see so many fantastic events returning to our region that are attracting visitors and supporting our local economy” Cr Bussell said.

“Eligible event organisers are encouraged to apply. Past events that have received funding include the King Valley Balloon Fiesta, Off Grid Living Festival, La Dolce Vita and many more great events”

“This round there is a total of $20,000 available to eligible events, and may include costs associated with marketing, promotional materials and advertising, strategic or business plans for event development, new innovations or additional activities to expand an event program or costs associated with securing or hosting an event”

Events supported under this program must take place between July 1 and December 31, 2022 and have a strong tourism focus that demonstrate the potential to the region as a destination for tourists.

Application forms and guidelines are available from https://www.wangaratta.vic.gov.au/Your-Council/Grants-and-funding/Tourism-Event-Funding

For further information or to discuss your event, please contact the Economic Development unit on 03 5722 0888 or email economicdevelopment@wangaratta.vic.gov.au

 

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