We've listened to community members and business people telling us how important it is to fund events that will bring people to Cairns and be an economic stimulus. I was pleased to be able to hand over cheques totalling $126,000 to applicants who want to grow sporting and cultural events, both for their economic potential and also for the community fun, vibrancy and connections that are generated.

Major Events

Oceanic Athletics Championships - Cairns Athletics Inc - $20,000

Oceania Judo Union Championship - Northern Beaches Judo Club - $20,000

International Futsal Tournament - Vikings Futsal Club - $20,000

Cairns Rugby Union Festival - $15,000

Chinese New Year Festival – Cairns and District Chinese Association Inc - $15,000

Developmental Events

Cairns Blues Festival - $10,000

Cairns Adventure Film Festival - $10,000

Local Community Festivals and Events

End Credits Film Club Inc - $10,000

Pets in the Park Day at Edmonton - Rock Impact Inc - $6,883