Koroit's Village green is Getting a permanent stage for community events and Koroit Irish Festival

Construction is set to begin next week on Village Green and is expected to be completed by the end of August. It is a partnership between Moyne Shire Council, Koroit Irish Festival and Bega. The council allocated $100,000 from state government funding with the festival pitching in a further $70,000.

Koroit Irish Festival committee member Peter McDonald said the idea came about 12 months ago during the festival. "We said let's get serious about getting a stage on the green," he said. "It's a beautiful area and we want to maximise its usage."

Mr McDonald said the drive behind the project was for it to benefit the community and groups. Moyne Shire Council Mayor Ian Smith said the stage opened up new entertainment and tourism opportunities, and was a space for locals to enjoy.

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