Parliamentary Secretary for the Hunter Catherine Cusack has announced Cessnock Showground will benefit from $60,000 in funding as part of the NSW Government COVID-19 stimulus package.
Cessnock Showground has been approved for upgrade work to improve the safety, use and condition of its infrastructure and support jobs in the local economy.
“When COVID-19 hit it forced the postponement or cancellation of agricultural shows and many activities that showgrounds rely on for their income,” Ms Cusack said.
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