MEMBER for Macedon, Mary-Anne Thomas has announced funding that will support local musicians, venues and festivals.
Ms Thomas said that the Victorian Gig Fund will fund 136 venues across the state to stage paid gigs by local artists.
Local recipients include the Wombat Forest Vineyard in Denver, Newham Mechanics Institute, the Lancefield Hotel, Mount Macedon Hotel and the 1860 Hotel (Evans Bar) in Romsey.
“Congratulations to our amazing recipients. Macedon is a hub for live music with iconic venues. This investment will help keep that local energy alive, while supporting local artists and businesses,” Ms Thomas said.
She added that the fund is backing the careers of emerging and established artists, supporting them to create new music, tour and reach new audiences.
“In addition, more artists will have opportunities to develop their careers through Multicultural Arts Victoria’s Newprint program, which is designed to support artists, producers and creative workers from culturally and linguistically diverse communities to break into the music industry and take their careers to the next level.
“Live music plays a crucial role in Victoria’s creative sector, while driving jobs and the economy. This latest package will support not only the musicians on stage, but the crews behind them, as well as venue owners, hospitality staff and local businesses.”
