Akoostik wins triennial funding

In December last year the NSW Minister for Trade, Tourism and Major Events, Stuart Ayres, announced that the Wingham Akoostik Festival had been chosen to receive triennial funding as a flagship tourism even in NSW.  Having written the application for this funding, it was great to see this event succeed in securing a grant of $20,000 per year for the next three years to help this valuable local tourism event. Not only does the festival bring visitors - and subsequent financial benefits - to the area, it also makes a valuable contribution to the local community in a variety of ways - including youth mentoring, educational opportunities for local school children and promoting local musical talent. It's a pleasure to play a small role in helping this event continue to be a great success.