Burnett has received an $18,000 funding boost from the Newman Government to support local events under the latest round of the Events Queensland Regional Development Program (EQRDP).
Minister for Tourism, Major Events, Small Business and the Commonwealth Games, Jann Stuckey, said the Newman Government was proud to continue investing in the Burnett region as an events destination.
“The Newman Government recognises the important role events play in attracting visitors to regional areas,” Ms Stuckey said.
“That is why we are pleased to support local events throughout Burnett.”
Member for Burnett Stephen Bennett said the funding would deliver tourism, social and economic benefits to the community.
“Tourism is one of the four pillars of the economy and the Newman Government recognises the importance of events in helping us reach our goal to double annual overnight visitor expenditure to $30 billion by 2020,” Mr Bennett said.
“It is great to see our local events being supported by the State Government.”
Events to receive funding include:
- Easter @ Woodgate, Woodgate – A weekend-long family event celebrating the community, beach, movies, rock ‘n’ roll and markets. Held 29 March to 1 April 2013. Funding amount of $8,000.
- Captain Cook 1770 Festival and Art Show, 1770 – Commemorating the place where Captain James Cook and his crew stepped ashore on the 24th May 1770 including a street parade, live music, workshops, market stalls, local crafts and art. Held 20-26 May 2013. Funding amount $10,000.
Minister Stuckey said strong support throughout the region was crucial to the ongoing success of the program.
“These events are delivered in partnership with local communities and that collaborative effort is vital to their success,” Ms Stuckey said.
“EQRDP, with the support of bodies including Regional Tourism Organisations, helps deliver tourism benefits and promote regional destinations to a wider audience.
“The latest round of the EQRDP will provide an extra $1.4 million in support across 58 regional events throughout the state – ranging from cultural celebrations to triathlons, music festivals, water sports, and food and wine festivals.”
More than $21 million has been invested in 976 events through the Events Queensland Regional Development Program since 2001. The next EQRDP funding round closes 15 February 2013 for events held between 1 October 2013 and 31 March 2015.
Discover more great events in Queensland at www.eventsqld.com.au.