FUNDING TO BOOST OPPORTUNITIES FOR REGIONAL QUEENSLAND MUSICIANS
Source: Queensland. Premier and Minister for the Arts. Media Release
"Premier and Arts Minister Anna Bligh announced a major boost for regional Queensland’s contemporary musicians with $191 000 in funding to develop skills and opportunities in their own communities. “This funding will play a vital role in kick-starting the careers of young emerging musicians in regional areas by offering comprehensive skill development programs and career development opportunities in the contemporary music industry,” said the Premier.
“Through the Queensland Government’s A Venue program, funding will be distributed to local government areas in 2010, with three new entrants from last year, including one Indigenous Council.” The Premier said the successful Councils will implement programs which respond to specific needs and opportunities within local communities."