Regional Event Support 2025

Before completing this form, you should have read the Hepburn Shire Events Strategy

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

This section of the form is designed to help you, and us, understand if you are eligible for this support. It's crucial that you complete these questions before any others to ensure you do not waste your time applying for unsuitable support.

If you have any questions in regards to these eligibility criteria, please contact Council Officers 5321 6439 .

To be eligible for assessment the event must:

• Read and understand the Event Funding framework
• This form is only available for those applying for Regional Event Support. Those seeking signature/iconic support are required to contact the Events Officer at Council on events@hepburn.vic.gov.au 
• Events must be held within the Hepburn Shire
• Be an organisation that is a legal entity with an Australian Business Number (ABN). For example; an incorporated body, co-op trust, or, be auspiced by a suitable group.*
• Have all permits, permissions and approvals to hold the event
• You will need to include quotes on what you intend to spend funding on

* An Auspicing Agent is another organisation that is a legal entity with an ABN. A letter signed by two committee members from the auspice agent confirming they will auspice the application must be provided when submitting this form. Auspicing agents retaining a fee for this service will not be considered.