The City’s Corporate Sponsorship Program aims to attract and support accessible events, programs, and activities held within the region that contribute to a vibrant and dynamic community. The program also seeks to deliver brand and reputational benefits to the City, along with positive tourism and economic outcomes for the local economy.
From Tuesday 1 July 2025, the City will transition to a new process and updated guidelines that are aligned with the City’s Corporate Sponsorship Policy.
As part of this transition, the program will move to a two-round application model, as detailed below.
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Round one |
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Applications open |
Monday 7 July 2025, 9am |
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Applications close |
Friday 29 August 2025, 5pm |
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Review and assessment of all applications |
September – October 2025 |
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Recommendation to Council |
Tuesday 25 November 2025 |
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Notification of outcome |
Following November 2025 Council meeting |
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Round two |
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Applications open |
Monday 5 January 2026, 9am |
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Applications close |
Friday 27 February 2026, 5pm |
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Review and assessment of all applications |
March – April 2026 |
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Recommendation to Council |
May 2026 |
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Notification of outcome |
Following May 2026 Council meeting |
For further information please contact the City’s Strategic Marketing and Sponsorship Officer: 9400 4000