Recipients Of The Events Financial Assistance Program

Parkes Shire Council is excited to announce recipients of the latest round of the Events Financial Assistance Program (EFAP). Fol­lowing a thorough review of eleven applica­tions, Council has allocated $71,775.00 in funding to various community and destina­tion events throughout the shire. Central West Car Club shared their experience ap­plying for funding through the EFAP. “We really appreciate the support from Parkes Shire Council with the Events Financial As­sistance Program. This was the first year we have applied for assistance, and we found the process easy to navigate. We look for­ward to the continuing of the program and hope to benefit further from it in the future”.

Evolution Mining Northparkes Opera­tions expressed the value of the support.

“The support from Parkes Shire Council has been second to none, helping to ensure the success of the upcoming event. Assistance provided through both in-kind and equip­ment support means we can provide an event for the Parkes community to enjoy on a bigger scale”.

Trundle Bush Tucker Day shared the importance of the funding for their recent event. “Funding was utilised by providing the ability to obtain essential services to ensure our event would run smoothly on the day. We recognise the importance of Trundle Bush Tucker Day to our community and to the Parkes Shire Region by bringing approximately an additional two thousand people into the Shire with a flow on effect to the economy”.

Applications for the Community Event Fund are accepted twice a year, in May and October, while applications for the Destina­tion Event Fund are accepted year-round.

Details and application forms can be found on Parkes Shire Council’s website: https://www.parkes.nsw.gov.au/Community/Grants-and-funding/Councils-Grants-Programs