Puanga Matariki Events Fund 2026

This fund is highly competitive, so make sure you put forward a winning application.

Successful applications present a clear proposal and have strong supporting evidence.

• proof of bank account which is in the same name as the applicant
• quotes or other evidence for all expenses
• letters of support (no more than 3) for the event, including from hapu, schools, or collaborating organisations if these are mentioned in your application
• any other supporting information that will help the assessors understand your event and how it delivers on the fund's objectives.

As part of the community funding application process the Whangarei District Council collects information, including contact details, to assist in processing applications.

Information obtained as part of the grants and loans process may be used by Council to communicate with applicants about future community funding opportunities, and to inform the community about successful funding granted and promote funding schemes.

The Privacy Act 2020 gives you rights to request access to and correction of any personal information we hold about you. Likewise, if you wish to opt out of receiving grants communication from Council please let us know by emailing funding@wdc.govt.nz. 

Information held by Council may also be subject to the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 1987 and may need to be released where a formal request is received under that Act.

For the SmartyGrants and SmartyFile privacy policy, refer to: SmartyGrants | Policies