Events program popular
The South West Events Program is more popular than ever, with the South West Development Commission receiving a record number of applications for the latest round of the grants scheme.
By the close of the round on Monday October 26, a total of 73 applications had been submitted, up 24 from the previous record in 2002-03.
Commission chief executive officer Don Punch said the annual program provided event groups with the opportunity to share in $70,000 through a contestable grants scheme.
“Over the years, South West Events Program grants have helped to strengthen numerous events across the region,” he said.
“It’s a great program and judging by the diverse array of applications the Commission has received this year, the South West can look forward to a vibrant calendar of events in 2010.”
Events to have received funding through the South West Events Program in the past have included the Harvey Harvest Festival, Busselton Jetty Swim and the Forest Rally.
Grant recipients are expected to be announced in December 2009.