Major Events Get a Boost with Shire Grant Funding

The Shire of Augusta Margaret River has announced the recipients of its Major Events Grants Program for 2024-25. The sought-after funding supports events that promote the region, boost the local economy and drive diverse and authentic experiences for both residents and visitors.

Major Events Grant Funding has been awarded to Cabin Fever Festival ($18,000), Margaret River Region Open Studios ($20,000), Cape to Cape MTB Stage Race ($16,000), Core Big Air Nationals Kiteboarding in Augusta ($10,000), Karnidale Circus Festival ($14,500) and Emergence Creative Festival ($14,500) in addition to CinefestOz Film Festival ($22,000) and the Margaret River Ultra Marathon ($10,000) who are already receiving funding.*

The Shire’s Director of Sustainable Economy and Communities Nick Byrne said Major Events Grants were a significant part of the overall vision for events in the region.

“As a tourism destination, events form a key part of our identity as a region and deliver a host of benefits to the community,” he said.

“A diverse array of events, from sports events, through to food and wine festivals and arts and cultural events, make this a really vibrant community to live in. The benefits for the local economy are also significant, not only for accommodation and hospitality businesses but beyond that as well." 

“Together these events attract visitors to the region, maximise benefits to local businesses, celebrate our uniqueness as a region and add to our experience of living here.” 

AHOY Management Co-Director Erin Molloy said they wouldn’t be able to continue to deliver Cabin Fever, which injects over $1m in economic benefit into the region annually, without the support of funding partners.

“Cabin Fever has been shaking up winter and boosting business in the Margaret River region for eight years, at a time when it’s needed most,” she said.

“We are delighted to have the continued support of the Shire of Augusta Margaret River for the 2024 event and look forward to delivering the rest of this incredible festival until July 21.”

To find out more about the Shire’s Major Events Grants visit  www.amrshire.wa.gov.au/grants 

*All amounts inc GST