The NSW Government has launched the $1.3 million Festival of Place Summer Fun(d) program which will run from December 2020 until Easter next year.
“This funding was allocated in the 2020-21 NSW Budget to support councils with events and ideas to draw people back to their local public spaces in order to stimulate the economy,” Treasurer Dominic Perrottet said.
“Local businesses need our support to recover from the devastating effects of COVID-19 and this funding helps them create environments and experiences that encourage people to stay and spend local.”
The fund will help councils deliver free, COVID-safe activities such as innovative lighting displays, outdoor markets, micro-festivals, open-air theatre, street parties, lawn libraries and street entertainment.
It complements the relaxation of planning rules for alfresco dining and local events, giving councils even greater scope to attract locals and visitors to get out and about, shop locally, and enjoy local offerings and experiences.
Councils can submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) with a simple online form in December or January, to boost events over Christmas and during summer. To find out more or apply online, see here.
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