Agriculture shows including the Mackay, Proserpine and Bowen shows will get a boost in funding thanks to the Crisafulli government.
The 2025-26 Budget is delivering a permanent $500,000 funding boost to the Show Societies Grants Program, supporting each of Queensland’s 129 Show Societies.
Queensland’s agricultural shows will receive an additional $3,846 on top of their historical annual allocation and will ensure regional Ag Shows can reverse years of Labor neglect and thrive well into the future.
Minister for Fire, Disaster Recovery and Volunteers Ann Leahy said this support was a perfect example of how the Crisafulli Government was delivering for rural and regional Queensland.
“Like so many Queenslanders, I know firsthand how important Ag Shows are for local communities, and this support is well-overdue,” Minister Leahy said.
“Queenslanders mark Ag Shows in their calendars months in advance, and I’m glad to ensure this tradition can continue for generations to come.”
Queensland Ag Show President David Wilson welcomed the support from the Crisafulli Government.
“We are incredibly thankful to the Queensland Government for this significant funding commitment,” Mr Wilson said.
