Event Assistance Program
Events play an important role in our Region, providing a diverse range of vibrant experiences and delivering social, cultural and economic benefits to the local community.
Dubbo Regional Council is committed to supporting the development, growth and sustainability of local events.
Council’s Event Assistance Program opened 27 July 2022 inviting applications under the following channels.
Prior to completing an application please refer to the EVENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM GUIDELINES (PDF 791.3KB). Applications will be assessed on merit against the selection criteria outlined in this document
COMMUNITY EVENTS FUND
SUPPORTING LOCAL EVENTS THAT DELIVER SOCIAL AND CULTURAL BENEFITS
Open:
Applications open 27 July 2022
Close:
Applications close 2 September 2022
Aim:
Support locally organised events that create social connections and improve the liveability and wellbeing of our residents.
When can I apply?
Round 1 will open on 27 July 2022 for events held prior to 30 June 2023.
Round 2 will open subject to availability of funds. Round 2 may not be available if all funding is exhausted under Round 1 applications.
How much can I apply for and what can the funds be used for?
Events can apply for up to $3,000 to help meet the following costs:
- assist with hire charges of Council venues or any other Council fee or charge associated with the event;
- event marketing (activity to build awareness of the event with aim to drive attendance)
- engagement of artists, performers, musicians or other creative workers
- event production (e.g. audio hire) and event infrastructure (e.g. staging)
Events previously successful?
Stuart Town Multicultural Festival, Under Western Skies Festival, Wellington Vintage Fair and Swap Meet, Man from Ironbark Festival
To apply:
https://dubboregion.smartygrants.com.au/22-23_Community_Events_Fund-R1
DESTINATION EVENTS FUND
SUPPORTING EVENTS THAT HELP ELEVATE THE DUBBO REGION AS A DESTINATION FOR EVENTS AND ASSIST IN DRIVING TOURISM AND ECONOMIC BENEFITS
Open:
Applications open 27 July 2022
Close:
Applications close 2 September 2022
Aim:
To support events delivering significant economic benefits.
When can I apply?
Applications will open on 27 July 2022 for events held 1 January 2023 to 31 December 2023.
How much can I apply for and what can the funds be used for?
Events can apply for up to $10,000 to help meet the following costs:
- assist with hire charges of Council venues or any other Council fee or charge associated with the event;
- event marketing (activity to build awareness of the event with aim to drive attendance)
- engagement of artists, performers, musicians or other creative workers
- event production (e.g. audio hire) and event infrastructure (e.g. staging)
Events previously successful?
Dubbo Motor Bike Rally, Dubbo Fringe, Dubbo Eisteddfod, Wellington Eisteddfod
To apply:
https://dubboregion.smartygrants.com.au/2022-2023_Destination_Events_Fund
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Events Unit
Regional Events Branch
Dubbo Regional Council | 6801 4000 | regionalevents@dubbo.nsw.gov.au
Last Edited: 02 Aug 2022