MidCoast Council has awarded $88,000 to support large-scale events and festivals that attract visitors, support the local economy and showcase the best of MidCoast, whilst providing opportunities for residents to participate and local businesses to benefit.
Eighteen applicants have been awarded funding for the Events and Festivals Sponsorship Round Two under the General Events and Festivals category.
Some of the events and festival applicants awarded funding include:
- Djarii Bila: Beats on the Bank All-ages music festival showcasing emerging MidCoast performers and Australian touring artists on Biripi Country in Taree.
- Shuck & Shell Sustainable Seafood Festival Sustainable seafood festival featuring Wallis Lake producers, local chefs, live demonstrations, regional food and music.
- Manning Valley Makers Expo Family-friendly expo showcasing Manning Valley artists and makers while supporting networking, inspiration and small business promotion.
The successful events and festivals will take place between 1 January 2027 and 30 June 2027.
Applications were assessed and successful recipients selected by Council’s Events and Festivals Sponsorship Assessment Panel, which includes Councillors Michael Graham, Nicole Turnbull and Peter Howard.
MidCoast Council is committed to attracting and supporting events that capitalise on the strengths of the region to create a vibrant, connected community and drive positive economic and social impacts for the Barrington Coast region.
Successful applicants for the NAIDOC week and Youth Week funding rounds will be announced in the coming weeks.
These Events and Festivals Sponsorship funding programs are offered twice per year and delivered under Council’s Grants, Donations and Sponsorship Policy.
