LABOR SUPPORTING FESTA DELLA MADONNA DI MONTEVERGINE

Labor candidate for Sturt, Claire Clutterham and Federal Member for Makin, Tony Zappia MP today announced that  re-elected Albanese Labor Government will support the annual Festa Della Madonna Di Montevergine in Adelaide.

The Festa Della Madonna Di Montevergine is a community event held in honor of Madonna of Montevergine from Avellino, Italy and celebrated yearly in September.

This $50,000 election commitment will support the 70th Anniversary celebration of the Festa Della Madonna Di Montevergine. It has grown to be one of the biggest religious festivals in Adelaide, attracting people from across Australia.

Consistent with past practice, election commitments will be delivered in line with Commonwealth Grants Rules and Principles.

Quotes attributable to Claire Clutterham, Labor Candidate for Sturt

“The Montevergine Feast is a landmark occasion in the calendar for the Italian community in Sturt and this investment will allow for a fantastic celebration to be held in honour of the Festa’s 70th Anniversary.

“With this investment, the Albanese Labor Government is ensuring the heritage and culture of the Italian community can continue to thrive well into the future.”

Quotes attributable to Tony Zappia MP, Federal Member for Makin

“The Festa Della Madonna Di Montevergine, established in 1956, has become one of the biggest religious festivals in Adelaide, attracting people from across Australia.

“The Albanese Government has a proud record in supporting Australia’s multicultural communities and the contribution they all make to the harmony, vibrancy and productivity of our country.

“The Festa Della Madonna Di Montevergine is a wonderful example of multiculturalism at its best.”