In the words of co-promoter Stephen Halpin, "Groovin The Moo has always put considerable significance in engaging in various community programs around the country."
The short and sweet of which is that when GTM hits your town it's not just passing through. In Maitland, the festival is teaming up again with Hunter TAFE (who worked with GTM right back at their first event) to run Short Internship Placements in the lead-up to the event — a chance for local event management students to get hands-on experience with industry professionals. The Cessnock Youth Entertainment Committee is also back on board as part of the Work Experience Program For Youth.
The festival also involves local art — Brendan Ussher will head Hyve Mind in displaying Street Art installations and live art demos throughout the event — and produce. Murray's Craft Brewing Co, The Hillbilly Brand and Sofi are all signed up to make sure you've got something to sip that equals the quality tunes.
