Published Friday, 31 October, 2008 at 03:42 PM
Minister for Main Roads and Local Government
The Honourable Warren Pitt
Sunshine Coast region showgrounds to benefit from state funding
Showgrounds in the Sunshine Coast region 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 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 these 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 Sunshine Coast region, eight organisations will receive a total of more than $114,000 in this year’s allocation.”
Mr Pitt said organisations on the Sunshine Coast to receive funding included:
• The Sunshine Coast Show Society - $41,883
• Noosa Agricultural, Horticultural and Industrial Society - $8,765
• Woodford Agricultural, Pastoral and Industrial Association - $11,577
• Kilcoy Pastoral, Agricultural and Industrial Society - $7,830
• Kenilworth Hall, Show and Recreation Ground Assocation - $5,000
• Eumundi, Park Recreational and Showgrounds Association - $5,000.
“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.”
Media contact: Minister Pitt’s Office 3227 8819
Local Government Minister Warren Pitt 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 these 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 Sunshine Coast region, eight organisations will receive a total of more than $114,000 in this year’s allocation.”
Mr Pitt said organisations on the Sunshine Coast to receive funding included:
• The Sunshine Coast Show Society - $41,883
• Noosa Agricultural, Horticultural and Industrial Society - $8,765
• Woodford Agricultural, Pastoral and Industrial Association - $11,577
• Kilcoy Pastoral, Agricultural and Industrial Society - $7,830
• Kenilworth Hall, Show and Recreation Ground Assocation - $5,000
• Eumundi, Park Recreational and Showgrounds Association - $5,000.
“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.”
Media contact: Minister Pitt’s Office 3227 8819