Wellington Shire Council: Australia Day Events

Deadline: 8-Nov-22

The Wellington Shire Council has grants available for community groups organising Australia Day Events.

Community groups wishing to conduct an activity or event to celebrate Australia Day can apply for funding. The level of support provided will depend on the capacity of the activity or event to deliver outcomes that are beneficial to the Wellington Community and reflect the purpose of Australia Day.

Grant funding is available for Australia Day celebrations that reflect contemporary Australia: the diverse society and landscape, the remarkable achievements and the bright future. Events also provide an opportunity to reflect on the nation's history, and to consider how they can make Australia an even better place in the future.

What will not be funded?

Events or activities that have not previously complied, or do not comply, with Council’s requirements.
Event or activity debts, budget deficits or retrospective expenses.
Scholarships and uniforms.
Events or activities that deliver a religious or party-political message.
Subscriptions to organisations.
Events or activities held at gaming machine venues or commercial licensed venues.
Events or activities which encourage consumption of alcohol.

Eligibility Criteria

Not for profit community groups operating in the Wellington Shire can apply.

Criteria

All applicants must provide a copy of a current Public Liability Insurance certificate of currency with activity/event details, where applicable. (For an event the P/L certificate of currency must include the event name, date and location).
Applications must be completed in full and have sufficient evidence to make a reasonable assessment of the application. Council reserves the right to further investigate aspects of the application. Applications and Acquittal Reports must be on the correct form.
Applications deemed to be for commercial benefit will be considered ineligible. This will be determined on a case by case basis and will include applications where the main beneficiary is a business.
Funding must be returned if the activity is not completed in line with the Funding Agreement. Any excess funding must be returned.
Funding must not be regarded as a recurring commitment from Council. There is no guarantee a recurring event or activity will be funded in the future. Funding is limited.
Council may reduce the amount allocated to you if the funding applied for is considered unsubstantiated, excessive, or if you have previously received funding.
Successful applicants will be required to sign a Funding Agreement, which includes the conditions of grant funding. You may also be asked to comply with additional conditions.
If you choose to spend funds on trophies or plaques, up to 15% of your total grant funds only, will be reimbursed for these items.
Council encourages the sharing of resources in the community as a way of creating partnerships. If Council is aware of an alternative option available to you, they will recommend it as an alternative to funding.
Events or activities must be conducted safely, comply with requirements of local and other authorities, and have minimal negative impacts on the community or environment.
All activities are encouraged to align with Key Council Plans:
- Wellington Shire Council’s Plan 2021-25
- Healthy Wellington 2021-2025
- Sustainability Strategy 2020-25
Acknowledge Council’s contribution in any advertising or promotion of the event/activity.
An Acquittal Report must be completed by 8 weeks after your event – 26 March 2023.