Goondiwindi’s Showgrounds will be renewed and reinvigorated with a $124,999 investment through the Federal Government’s Regional Agricultural Show Development Grants program, Maranoa MP David Littleproud announced today.
“The Goondiwindi Show is a major drawcard for the region and this funding will help the Show Society make it an even more memorable event for the future,” Mr Littleproud said.
“The $124,999 investment will be used to upgrade its electrical infrastructure, meaning there are going to be plenty of bright lights to dazzle show goers.
“Shows are the heart and soul of our regional communities and when their next event rolls around, these upgrades will make the event even more attractive to show goers.
“I’m a firm believer in bringing people together and improving community services across Maranoa because it has a positive flow-on effect on our quality of life and how we support each other – making improvements to the Goondiwindi Showgrounds reflects this.
“Upgrading show facilities means more visitors to these regional events, more local employment, and more tills ringing in local businesses.
“I want to see our shows continue to grow in size and popularity and bridge the rural/urban divide.”
A total of 122 regional shows received a portion of funding through the $20 million Regional Agricultural Show Development grants program. Show societies in Maranoa received more than $3.4 million.
For successful applicants visit: www.agriculture.gov.au/ag-farm-food/infrastructure/ag-shows .
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