A million dollar boost for multicultural events

THE NSW Government will provide one million dollars in funding for multicultural festivals and events this year.

Member for Lismore, Janelle Saffin, is encouraging eligible local groups and event organisers to apply for their share of $5,000 to $20,000 from the state government funding.

“The Northern Rivers region loves festivals and events which bring local communities together and which foster social inclusion and harmony,” Saffin said.

“This statewide program supports hundreds of cultural celebrations, food festivals, music programs and entertainment events each year.”

The Multicultural NSW Stronger Together Grants Program supports multicultural festivals and events across NSW, encouraging multicultural and multifaith community groups to produce events that celebrate and embrace the state’s vibrant cultural diversity.

Eligible festivals and events would promote cross-cultural awareness and understanding, engage a broad cross-section of the NSW community, celebrate, preserve, and share traditions and be accessible to the general public.

The first round of funding offers $500,000 for eligible community groups planning festivals and events between September 1 and March 31.

A second round of funding will be announced later this year for events running from April to September 2026.

Applications for Round One close on Monday, July 7, at 5 pm.

For more information or to apply, visit multicultural.nsw.gov.au/stronger-together-events-festivals