Artists, arts workers and organisations in Gippsland can now apply for funding from Festivals Australia.<\/p>\n
Around $1.2 million is available for arts and cultural projects that encourage community participation and audience engagement in a festival or community celebration in regional and remote areas.<\/p>\n
The Nationals Member for Gippsland Darren Chester said cultural events and celebrations were important fixtures on many community calendars.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis program funds festivals, parades and celebrations in regional and remote areas. I encourage organisations with the capacity to deliver these events to apply for funding,\u201d said Mr Chester.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis is a terrific opportunity for next year to bring high quality arts experiences to people living in all parts of Gippsland.\u201d<\/p>\n
Minister for the Arts Mitch Fifield said the program was an example of the Federal Government\u2019s commitment to supporting a vibrant arts and culture sector in regional areas.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe Turnbull Government is proud to fund programs such as this to ensure regional and remote audiences have access to high quality artistic experiences where they live,\u201d Minister Fifield said.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe program gives audiences access to a diverse range of art forms and ensures Australian artists and performers gain wider exposure for their work.\u201d<\/p>\n
Applications for this funding round close on Friday, October 20, 2017.<\/p>\n