62 to benefit from WA's Regional Events Scheme

MICE News
Sunday, 07 May 2017

A total of 62 regional events across Western Australia have received a funding boost as part of the 2017-18 Regional Events Scheme.

Tourism minister Paul Papalia said 10 events would be supported by the scheme for the first time in the next round, including three in the Kimberley region - the Broome Marathon; Rhythm and Ride: Rodeo, Campdraft and Country Music Showcase and The Gibb Challenge.
 
The Regional Events Scheme aims to develop and support smaller regional events across Western Australia.  Worth A$850,000 in 2017-18, it is funded by the State government.
 
 "Tourism is a key economic driver for regional Western Australia.  In 2016, visitors spent A$10 billion in the State, including A$4.7 billion in regional areas,” said Papali.
 
"Events play an important role in strengthening the economy by attracting visitors to the region, generating media attention which provides valuable exposure of the destination and adding vibrancy to the local community."

62 to benefit from WA's Regional Events Scheme

MICE News
Sunday, 07 May 2017

A total of 62 regional events across Western Australia have received a funding boost as part of the 2017-18 Regional Events Scheme.

Tourism minister Paul Papalia said 10 events would be supported by the scheme for the first time in the next round, including three in the Kimberley region - the Broome Marathon; Rhythm and Ride: Rodeo, Campdraft and Country Music Showcase and The Gibb Challenge.
 
The Regional Events Scheme aims to develop and support smaller regional events across Western Australia.  Worth A$850,000 in 2017-18, it is funded by the State government.
 
 "Tourism is a key economic driver for regional Western Australia.  In 2016, visitors spent A$10 billion in the State, including A$4.7 billion in regional areas,” said Papali.
 
"Events play an important role in strengthening the economy by attracting visitors to the region, generating media attention which provides valuable exposure of the destination and adding vibrancy to the local community."