Tourism Festival and Events program applications for funding

Strathbogie Shire Council is seeking applications from event organisers operating within the municipality for funding under Council's Tourism Events & Festivals Program 2007/08. The total allocated in the budget for Tourism Festivals and Events grants for 2007/08 is $20,000.

Council is committed to supporting tourism within the Strathbogie Shire and recognises the value of events to the tourism industry and Strathbogie Shire economy. A tourism event is defined as an event of regional, state or national significance that can provide tangible tourism and economic benefits to Strathbogie Shire.

Event organisers may apply for cash sponsorship up to a maximum of $5,000 per annum. Consideration may be given to sponsorship amounts above $5,000 on a case by case basis.

All intending applicants must contact Ms Jodi Bjorksten, Grants Coordinator on 5795 0016 or via email to obtain a copy of the Application Form and Guidelines. Only completed applications submitted on the prescribed form will be accepted.

Written applications will be received until 5pm 29th August 2007.

For more information: Marli Kelly on 0409 410 178 - 17 August, 2007

For details/interview call the Editor on (03) 5798 1858