REGIONAL BUSINESS EVENTS PROGRAM OPEN FOR GEELONG AND THE BELLARINE

Applications are now open for the Regional Business Events Program.

Funding is available for eligible event organisers hosting new national and international business events in Geelong and The Bellarine.

Events include conferences, trade exhibitions, corporate meetings, and incentive programs occurring after 1 January 2025 and before 31 March 2026. Funding can be used by event organisers for accommodation, venue hire, food and beverage, transport and other event costs.

The program is being delivered by Business Events Victoria in partnership with Melbourne Convention Bureau, part of the government’s $170 million Regional Tourism and Events Fund.

There are two funding options to choose from:

National Business Events Program:

Up to $80 per delegate (up to $40,000 AUD) for national events. Applications close October 21, 2024.

International Incentive Events Program:

Receive up to $150 per delegate (up to $22,350 AUD) for international incentive events. Applications close June 30, 2025.

With this support, Geelong and The Bellarine could be the perfect location for your next event or incentive trip. Whether it’s a team retreat or a large-scale conference, don’t miss out on this opportunity.

For more information and to view the eligibility criteria of the National Business Events Fund click here.

For more information and to view the eligibility criteria of the International Incentive Events Fund click here.

If you are interested in using this funding to host an eligible event in Geelong and The Bellarine contact the team for more information.