Thursday 12 November 2020

GRANTS TO REVITALISE SYDNEY CBD

More alfresco dining, roving performances, chairs in squares and people meeting with friends and family at cafes and restaurants are all part of the vision of the NSW Government and City of Sydney’s partnership aimed at revitalising the Sydney CBD this summer.

The jointly funded $3 million program will support delivery of CBD activation grants of between $5,000 and $50,000 to businesses, creatives and community groups to encourage people back into the city centre.

Treasurer Dominic Perrottet said signing the funding agreement was part of the NSW Government’s COVID Recovery Plan and an important milestone.

“This funding will turn ideas to action and encourage people into the CBD in a COVID-safe way, which is key for businesses who rely on summer trading for a big part of their revenue,” Mr Perrottet said.

Minister for Jobs, Investment, Tourism and Western Sydney Stuart Ayres said as more people returned to the city, businesses could continue to open their doors and support more jobs.

“We have partnered with City of Sydney to revitalise Australia’s jewel in the crown and we are committed to make sure our great city continues to shine,” Mr Ayres said.

“The CBD activation grants will support partnerships between retailers, cafes and restaurants with musicians, performers and artists, with the aim to attract and entertain visitors, and to revitalise spaces that have been underused since the pandemic began.”

Lord Mayor Clover Moore said the new round of grants will help bring people back to the city.

"We need to allow and encourage businesses to operate outdoors, and we need to support our creative and cultural life to activate and draw people back to our city, safely,” Ms Moore said.

Grants are opened to businesses until 7 December 2020. To apply, click here.

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