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More Fun, Food, Festivals and Filming
Member for Manly, James Griffin has welcomed a proposal to permanently slash red tape to allow for more live music, arts venues and artisan food and drink businesses.
Mr Griffin said, the NSW Government is seeking community feedback on the initiative to help cultural, arts and hospitality venues to flourish.
“This is a great initiative, especially for the Manly electorate where entertainment venues complement our relaxed ‘beaches’ lifestyle.
Grants Available for NSW Small Business Month Events
The NSW Government is helping small businesses bounce back from the pandemic with up to $640,000 in grants available to help organisations host events to generate new ideas and connect with fellow entrepreneurs.
Grants of up to $2,500 for local councils and $3,500 for chambers of commerce, industry associations and not-for-profit groups are available to help them organise events for the fifth NSW Small Business Month in March 2022.
A Boost for the Manly Visitor Economy is on the way
A new Manly Tourism and Events Co-operative, ‘Experience Manly’ has launched to help Manly’s struggling visitor economy rebound post Covid-19.
Member for Manly, James Griffin said the ‘Experience Manly’ co-operative, formed out of the Manly Tourism and Economic Recovery Taskforce, was a practical initiative that would have lasting benefits for the Manly visitor economy and local businesses. The launch coincides with the ‘Feel New’ NSW Government tourism campaign.