Published Friday, 31 October, 2008 at 03:18 PM
Minister for Main Roads and Local Government
The Honourable Warren Pitt
Western Queensland showgrounds to benefit from state funding
Showgrounds across western Queensland will receive a welcome injection of funds thanks to the latest round of the Queensland Government’s annual show society grants.
Local Government Minister Warren Pitt today announced that more than 130 local show societies across the state would share in $2 million.
“Exhibitions and country shows are keenly anticipated events that give communities around the state a chance to come together, celebrate and showcase the best that their region has to offer,” Mr Pitt said.
“Showgrounds around Queensland often also double as key sporting and recreation precincts, with many clubs and organisations using them on a weekly basis.
“This funding will help Queensland’s show societies maintain and improve their showground facilities so that they can be better utilised and enjoyed by the local community for years to come.”
“In the western Queensland region, 11 organisations will receive a total of more than $76,000 in this year’s allocation.”
Mr Pitt said organisations in western Queensland to receive funding included:
• Longreach Show Society - $9,585
• Charleville and South West Qld Show Society - $9,569
• Barcoo Pastoral Society - $7,636
• Barcaldine Pastoral, Agricultural and Horticultural Society - $6,591
• Quilpie District Show - $6,534
• Cunnamulla and District Show Society - $6,388.
“Show societies can use the grants to conduct shows or to construct and maintain show-related assets,” he said.
“The State Government is a strong supporter of not only the larger shows such as the Brisbane Ekka, but of all the annual shows around Queensland, and we want to ensure that the long tradition of the local show keeps going.
“With so many parts of the state experiencing continued population growth, it’s also important to keep public showground facilities in good condition and ready to cope with increased attendances.”
A full list of western Queensland recipients attached.
Media contact: Minister Pitt’s Office 3227 8819
Full list of western Queensland recipients:
Alpha Show Society - $6,192
Barcaldine Pastoral, Agricultural and Horticultural Society - $6,591
Barcoo Pastoral Society - $7,636
Charleville and South West Qld Show Society - $9,569
Cunnamulla and District Show Society - $6,388
Isisford Sheep and Wool Show - $6,030
Longreach Show Society - $9,585
Quilpie District Show - $6,534
Tambo Stock Show - $5,778
The Landsborough Flock Ewe Show Society - $5,883
Winton Pastoral and Agricultural Society - $5,916
Local Government Minister Warren Pitt today announced that more than 130 local show societies across the state would share in $2 million.
“Exhibitions and country shows are keenly anticipated events that give communities around the state a chance to come together, celebrate and showcase the best that their region has to offer,” Mr Pitt said.
“Showgrounds around Queensland often also double as key sporting and recreation precincts, with many clubs and organisations using them on a weekly basis.
“This funding will help Queensland’s show societies maintain and improve their showground facilities so that they can be better utilised and enjoyed by the local community for years to come.”
“In the western Queensland region, 11 organisations will receive a total of more than $76,000 in this year’s allocation.”
Mr Pitt said organisations in western Queensland to receive funding included:
• Longreach Show Society - $9,585
• Charleville and South West Qld Show Society - $9,569
• Barcoo Pastoral Society - $7,636
• Barcaldine Pastoral, Agricultural and Horticultural Society - $6,591
• Quilpie District Show - $6,534
• Cunnamulla and District Show Society - $6,388.
“Show societies can use the grants to conduct shows or to construct and maintain show-related assets,” he said.
“The State Government is a strong supporter of not only the larger shows such as the Brisbane Ekka, but of all the annual shows around Queensland, and we want to ensure that the long tradition of the local show keeps going.
“With so many parts of the state experiencing continued population growth, it’s also important to keep public showground facilities in good condition and ready to cope with increased attendances.”
A full list of western Queensland recipients attached.
Media contact: Minister Pitt’s Office 3227 8819
Full list of western Queensland recipients:
Alpha Show Society - $6,192
Barcaldine Pastoral, Agricultural and Horticultural Society - $6,591
Barcoo Pastoral Society - $7,636
Charleville and South West Qld Show Society - $9,569
Cunnamulla and District Show Society - $6,388
Isisford Sheep and Wool Show - $6,030
Longreach Show Society - $9,585
Quilpie District Show - $6,534
Tambo Stock Show - $5,778
The Landsborough Flock Ewe Show Society - $5,883
Winton Pastoral and Agricultural Society - $5,916