The Granite Belt Art and Craft Trail is back for another year to showcase local artists on the Southern Downs, thanks to the support of $80,000 through Batch 5 of the Restart Investment to Sustain and Expand (RISE) Fund, Maranoa MP David Littleproud announced.
“I’m pleased to see $80,000 will support this wonderful festival to return this year,” Mr Littleproud said.
“This funding will provide critical support to deliver this year’s Granite Belt Art & Craft Trail, a 3-day art event showcasing the talents of artists and artisans in the Stanthorpe region.
“Returning for a third year, the event will highlight the ever-growing talent of artists and artisans across the region, providing engaging art and cultural experiences to visitors and local artists.
“The Granite Belt Art and Craft Trail will provide a major boost to community spirit in Stanthorpe and surrounds and assist the local economy to restart from the pandemic.”
The Coalition Government’s $200 million RISE Fund plays an important part in rebuilding our local arts and entertainment sectors and will assist in the long-term sustainability of cultural and creative organisations throughout Maranoa.
To date, the Government has already allocated $160 million of the $200 million RISE Fund, creating more than 167,000 job opportunities and expanding cultural and creative experiences for audiences across Australia.
