The Art Deco Trust has welcomed the announcement of a $500,000 grant from the government, saying it will ensure the flagship festival events and heritage walks and tours can continue.
The grant is spread over two years and is part of the Strategic Tourism Assets Protection Plan announced on Saturday by Tourism Minister Kelvin Davis.
The trust said the announcement recognises it as a strategic regional tourism asset, and will provide a "much-needed cash injection" to ensure the festivals and tours will be retained the next two years.
"We are delighted that with the help of Saturday's funding announcement, the region can now look forward to that much-needed economic boost in February," Art Deco Trust Chairman Michael Fowler said.