Member for Kalkallo Ros Spence announced on Thursday, June 22 the Wallan Winter Wonderland will receive funding as part of the State Government’s Small and Medium Event program.
Wallan Winter Wonderland will receive $25,000 in funding to deliver their event on July 15 to celebrate all things winter with food trucks, bespoke breweries, fire pits, market stalls, live music and more.
Hume Diwali Mela will also receive $25,000 to deliver their annual festival of lights on November 4, which attracted more than 10,000 attendees from across Victoria last year.
“This funding is a big win for our local community, encouraging more people to visit both Craigieburn and Wallan while also supporting our local economy,” Ms Spence said.
“I can’t wait to see both of these organisations and our local community benefit from this funding.”
The Small and Medium Events program supports a diverse range of activities including cultural, sporting and creative events, creating ongoing jobs, connecting organisers with local businesses and attracting more visitors to experience Melbourne suburbs.