Expressions of interest for events grants open
Bega Valley Shire Council encourages event managers, community groups and businesses organising local events to apply now for a share of $360,000 available under the NSW Government’s Reconnecting Regional NSW Community Events Program.
31 May 2022
Bega Valley Shire Council encourages event managers, community groups and businesses organising local events to apply now for a share of $360,000 available under the NSW Government’s Reconnecting Regional NSW Community Events Program.
Council’s Acting Director Community, Environment and Planning, Emily Harrison urged local event organisers to take advantage of the funding by submitting an Expression of Interest to Council before the closing date of Monday 13 June.
“These grants aim to support communities and businesses in their recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic,” Ms Harrison said.
“Funding is available for new and existing events, which could include non-profit markets, festivals and fairs, sporting events, food and leisure events, recovery events, community classes and workshops, regional racing carnivals, touring events and theatre programs, and public holiday celebrations.
“Eligible events must be held before 31 March 2023 and be open to the public, free to attend or only a small fee is charged, and be designed to reconnect communities.
“Through this funding, Council and the NSW Government are aiming to support community and business recovery through events that rebuild or enhance community cohesion, deliver positive social outcomes and support local businesses.”
To submit an Expression of Interest, fill out the form on Council’s website by 11.59pm on Monday 13 June.
Making an enquiry
All media enquiries and interview requests are coordinated by Council's Communication and Events team under the adopted Communications Policy. To view this policy, visit Public Policies and search 'communications'.
To submit a media enquiry or to request an interview:
- email media@begavalley.nsw.gov.au
- call 02 6499 2222
Councillors
Councillors can be contacted directly for enquiries regarding decisions of the elected Council and non-operational matters. Interviews with the Mayor should be arranged through the Communication and Events team contact details above.
Receiving information
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