South Burnett multicultural event to celebrate Queensland’s diversity

The South Burnett’s Festival of Cultures is one of the record number of 211 multicultural celebrations in 2021, sharing in more than $1.5 million from the Palaszczuk Government’s Celebrating Multicultural Queensland program, aimed at furthering inclusion, harmony and unity.

Multicultural Affairs Minister Leanne Linard encouraged Queenslanders to get out to as many events as possible in 2021 to celebrate the state’s diversity.

“Many of these celebrations have become important fixtures on the social calendar of towns and cities throughout Queensland,” Ms Linard said.

“They are not only great fun with vibrant colour, music, performances and food, they also play an important role in strengthening cross-cultural understanding and inclusion.

“Unfortunately, most multicultural events were cancelled in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

“Under COVID Safe measures, successful staging of multicultural events in 2021 will further help Queensland unite and recover.

“So, it is vital that we come together safely and celebrate our cultural diversity, which is undoubtedly one of Queensland’s greatest strengths.

“Our state is home to people from 220 different countries and territories who speak more than 180 languages and identify with over 110 different faiths.

“There’s no doubt that Queensland’s diversity is a success story and is a cause for celebration.”

South Burnett Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Corporation will receive $8,000 for the Festival of Cultures.

A total of 211 events will receive funding ranging from $2,000 to $20,000 in 2021.

For more information about the Celebrating Multicultural Queensland program and successful applicants: www.dlgrma.qld.gov.au/cmq-program 

Media: Bernadette Condren 0417 296 117

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