Head On Photo Festival withdraws Perth funding bid after fifth of grant offered

The Head On Photo Festival withdrew its 2027 Perth sponsorship bid. The city offered only $34,227 instead of the $156,150 it sought.

Why it mattersCultural events attract visitors and spending to city centres. But funding decisions can halt events before they establish a local audience.

AustraliaPerth's cultural calendar loses a potentially major photography event unless alternative funding can be found.

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