48218 (2025). Glen Bennett to the Minister for Tourism and Hospitality

Written Question

Published date: 16 Oct 2025

Metadata

Document type:	Written Question
Parliament number:	54
Question number:	48218 (2025)
Question asked:	02 Oct 2025
Member asking:	Glen Bennett
Portfolio:	Minister for Tourism and Hospitality
Minister replying:	Hon Louise Upston
Answer received:	12 Oct 2025
Status:	Question Answered
Reply type:	Reply
Document ID:	WQ_48218_2025
Document guid:	a1e1673d-a24a-4285-9278-db09b9735f70

48218 (2025). Glen Bennett to the Minister for Tourism and Hospitality: What communication if any, has MBIE undertaken to ensure stakeholders understand timelines for accessing funding through the Major Events and Tourism Fund?

Hon Louise Upston: MBIE has undertaken several communications to ensure stakeholders are informed about the timelines for accessing funding through the Major Events and Tourism Fund. This has included a dedicated webinar for Regional Tourism Organisations, as well as broader stakeholder engagement across some funds. Comprehensive information, including eligibility criteria and application processes, is also available on the MBIE website.