Lively Quay Street Programme

Quay Street, Rockhampton has a brand new Riverfront. To celebrate, Rockhampton Regional Council is inviting organisations and individuals to work with us to deliver a six month calendar of activities that showcase Quay Steet as the lively heart of Rockhampton.

The Lively Quay Street Grants programme will activate Quay Street and surrounds in 2017/18 through a range of events, festivals, installations, pop-ups, public classes, recreational and creative activities. Rockhampton Regional Council is looking to offer cash and in-kind grants for activities that demonstrate the broad possibilities of the site, test new ideas and can show an ability to be self-sufficient in the future. Download a copy of the Lively Quay Street Programme Guidelines.(PDF, 16MB)

Key Dates

14 August 2017
Applications open for events occurring between September 2017 and February 2018

28 August 2017
Applications close

4 September 2017
Applicants notified of outcome of application

What are Lively Quay Street Grants for?

The Lively Quay Street Grants programme aims to:

• deliver a six month calendar of events and activities in Quay Street from September 2017 to February 2018 that celebrates the city
• create opportunities for artists, community and arts-based organisations and local traders to lead inspiring activities that contribute to a lively and engaged city
• foster local community ownership and draw the local community to the new Quay Street
• attract community and visitors to Quay Street throughout the year

What sort of activities are we looking for?

• community or cultural events
• music or performance events
• recreational activities
• interactive installations, including digital
• temporary public art activities
• free play activities

Who can apply for Lively Quay Street Grants?

Applicants must have a valid ABN and hold current public liability insurance.

How much funding is available?

Applications of up to a maximum of $5,000 cash (+GST if registered) and $3,000 of in-kind support will be accepted. In-kind support will be in the form of things such as:

• city road closures
• marketing assistance
• traffic control

What can be funded?

• activities or events that occur in Quay Street between William and Denham Street