Local event organisers share in over $110,000 in Round One of Council’s 2024-2025 Event Sponsorship funding!
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In an overwhelmingly positive response to the latest round of Council’s Event Sponsorship Program, an impressive 38 events and activities will share in a combined $112,473 of financial and in-kind support.
The popular annual Council program continues to support a myriad of local events and activities held across Livingstone Shire, recognising the positive impact that social, cultural, and environmental initiatives deliver to communities.
Recreation and Culture Committee Co-Chair, Councillor Lance Warcon said the response received from community groups and event organisers was fantastic, with the amount of funding requested in Round One totalling over $300,000.
“Council’s event sponsorship team received a wide variety of applications for funding this round, which demonstrates the strong enthusiasm for more sporting and community-focussed events to be held in our wonderful region,” Cr Warcon said.
“It’s a detailed evaluation process, and the panel carefully considers each application and its social and economic benefits for the wider community.
“There is a wealth of evidence-based research that demonstrates how art and culture can create a strong sense of place, belonging and self-awareness.
“Council is proud to support both major and minor events in our region, that benefit the community, increase tourism, and are unique to our region.”
Recreation and Culture Committee Co-Chair, Councillor Andrea Friend said each event falls into one of four categories of sponsorship available including Community Hall and Market Fund, Community Event, and Regional Event and Economic Event.
“Council received sponsorship applications for popular community events such as the various Keppel Coast Arts local markets, The Caves Lions Community Christmas Fair in the Square, to larger-scale economic events like Yeppoon Running Festival, Village Festival 2024, and Great Keppel Island Hideaway’s Country on Keppel.
“There are also some wonderful regional sporting events being held throughout the year such as the Yeppoon Tennis Club’s Yeppoon Pickleball Festival, Keppel Bay Sailing Club’s Youth Sail 2024, HSM Group NRL Beach Tackle, Vball in Paradise GKI Beach Games, and the St Brendan’s College Rodeo.
“Our Shire is incredibly fortunate to have such a dedicated group of individuals, businesses, organisations, and volunteers, who help to create memorable and exciting experiences for residents and visitors to enjoy year-round.
“Council remains committed to providing worthwhile support and meaningful assistance through its various grant programs and activities.”
For more information on the Livingstone Shire Council Event Sponsorship Program or to apply, visit https://www.livingstone.qld.gov.au/living-here/my-community/events/sponsorship
Successful Applicants in Round One of the 2024-2025 Event Sponsorship:
| Applicant | Event | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Community Hall or Market (in-kind only) | ||
| Yeppoon Choral Society | Mamma Mia | $3,306.64 |
| The Country Music Group | Monthly Music at the Town Hall | $1,112.73 |
| Emu Park Lions | Bell Park Picnic Markets (x6) | $1983.64 |
| Keppel Coast Arts Council |
Fig Tree Creek Markets (x6) Keppel Coast Artisan Markets (x3) Keppel Coast Blues Club (x3) |
$1,927.27 $991.82 $408.82 |
| The Contender Project Inc. | Revolution Fight Night (x3) | $207.27 |
| Lock and Hock | The UNLOCK Project | $1,333.64 |
| CQ Events | Beachside Twilight Markets (x2) | $680.00 |
| Emu Park Singing Ship Indoor Bowls | Weekly indoor bowls | $972.73 |
| Applicant (Community Event) | Event | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mt Chalmers Community History Centre | Carboot Sale and Market Day | $750.00 |
| Marlborough and District Lions Club | Christmas Party in the Park | $1,500.00 |
| Borghero Mini Buckers – Ruff Tuff Series | Bulls at the Beach | $2,000.00 |
| High Valley Farm Permaculture Farm | High Valley Dawn Harvestival | $1,960.00 |
| SeaQ Boardriders Inc. | Celebrating Surfing in Central QLD | $1,000.00 |
| Lions Club of Emu Park | Oktoberfest | $991.82 |
| Emu Park Veterans Golf Club | 2024 Tropic of Capricorn Golf Carnival Emu Park Veterans Open | $500.00 |
| Emu Park Swimming Club | Winter Carnival and Summer Skins Meet | $1,000.00 |
| Marlborough Public Hall Committee Inc. | Marlborough Public Hall Centenary | $2,000.00 |
| Capricornia Catchments | Keep it Real on Keppel – Beach Clean Up | $750.00 |
| Farnborough State School P&C | Walk-a-thon Fundraiser | $750.00 |
| Marlborough State Emergency Services | Marlborough Emergency Services Day | $1,500.00 |
| Soiree en Blanc Inc. | Soiree en Blanc | $750.00 |
| Yeppoon Hack and Pony Club Inc. | Formal Gymkhana | $800.00 |
| Pacific Action Sports | Rumble Roadshow Championship Tour | $1,500.00 |
| Yeppoon Golf Club | Yeppoon Veteran Golfers Open Championships | $400.00 |
| CQ Events | Beachside Twilight Markets (x2) | $1,000.00 |
| The Caves Lions Club | The Caves Lions Community Christmas Fair in the Square. | $1,500.00 |
| Applicant (Regional Event) | Event | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Yeppoon Tennis Club | Yeppoon Pickleball Festival | $10,000.00 |
| Keppel Coast Arts Council | Sandy Krak Reef Festival | $7,200.00 |
| Frenchville Sports Club | Fitzroy River Bash | $4,000.00 |
| Lions Club of Yeppoon | Pinefest 2024 | $7,750.00 |
| Vball in Paradise | GKI Beach Games | $1,000.00 |
| Capricorn Coast Community Events | Carols by the Beach | $6,000.00 |
| Applicant (Economic Event) | Event | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Keppel Bay Sailing Club | Youth Sail 2024 | $8,000.00 |
| HSM Group | NRL Beach Tackle | $3,000.00 |
| St Brendan’s College | St Brendan’s Rodeo 2024 | $4,000.00 |
| Yeppoon Running Festival | Yeppoon Running Festival 2024 | $9,000.00 |
| The Capricorn Village Festival | Village Festival 2024 | $13,000.00 |
| Great Keppel Island Hideaway | Country on Keppel | $6,000.00 |
| GRAND TOTAL | $112.526.38 |