Bland Shire Council has been successful in receiving funding of $239,651 under the NSW Government’s $25 million Reconnecting Regional NSW – Community Events Program.
Member for Cootamundra Steph Cooke said that this funding will deliver six events designed to see the local community reconnect and bolster local economic recovery.
“I am excited to see the range of events supported by this program across Bland, including a number of upcoming events and I encourage everyone to get involved,” Ms Cooke said.
The events that have been funded:
- The100th anniversary of Bellarwi CWA
- The Ungarie CWA Centenary celebrations
- The Hearts of Gold Festival and Cooinda Waters Lighting Show
- Senior’s Week Festivities
Deputy Premier and Minister for Regional NSW Paul Toole said the Community Events Program will support the state’s events and hospitality sectors while bolstering economic recovery.
“The past two years have been difficult, with many unpredictable events including floods, drought, bushfires and the COVID-19 pandemic, but we know NSW residents will come out the other side stronger and more resilient,” Mr Toole said.
“The NSW Nationals in Government are backing events that bring local communities together and this funding will help contribute to a sense of improved wellbeing and connectedness in 2022 and beyond.”
The $25 million Reconnecting Regional NSW – Community Events Program is part of the $200 million Regional Recovery Package, designed to support economic and social recovery across regional NSW that will create new jobs and support community events, shows and festivals to boost tourism.
For further information, go to: nsw.gov.au/CommunityEvents.
