Major events sponsorship program open to applications

Published on 01 September 2026

Nambucca Valley Council has started a Major Event Sponsorship Program to attract visitors, boost the local economy and strengthen the region's reputation as an events destination.

Nambucca Valley Mayor Gary Lee said the new program is a significant investment by Council in supporting the local visitor economy and helping to create a vibrant year-round calendar of events.

"The Nambucca Valley is home to incredible natural assets and talented event organisers and we want to build on these strengths by supporting local events,” he said.

“Major events play an important role in strengthening our local economy, creating opportunities for businesses and showcasing everything that makes our valley a special place to visit.

“I encourage event organisers to get involved in this new opportunity.”

Nambucca Valley Council Acting General Manager David Moloney said the new Major Event Sponsorship Program is a competitive program that would help to attract and grow events that increase visitation, encourage overnight stays and activate local towns and villages.

“Council is accepting applications now up until Monday 28 September 2026,” he said.

“There are two funding streams available, one for emerging major events eligible to apply for up to $5000 and the other for established, major events that generate significant economic impact, eligible for between $5001 and $10,000.

“So I encourage local event organisers to visit Council’s website and review the program guidelines and eligibility criteria and consider applying by the end of this month.”

The Major Event Sponsorship Program’s two funding streams are:

• Tier 1 Major Event Sponsorship Funding providing between $5001 and $10,000 for established events that attract overnight visitors and generate significant economic impact.
• Tier 2 Emerging Major Event Sponsorship Funding providing up to $5000 for emerging events that attract visitors from outside the Nambucca Valley and showcase the area's unique strengths and attractions.

Applications close on Monday 28 September 2026. Events funded through the program must be delivered within the Nambucca Valley Local Government Area and demonstrate clear economic and visitation benefits.

Successful applicants will be notified of the outcome of their application in October 2026, with the events needing to be delivered by Q4 2027, at the latest.

For more information and to apply visit the Major Event Sponsorship Program webpage. 

ALL MEDIA ENQUIRIES TO:

Mr David Moloney

ACTING GENERAL MANAGER  

02 6568 2555

DATE: 1 September 2026