Organisers of next year’s Rugby World Cup in New Zealand have announced that they will set up a NZ$9.5m lottery fund to support arts and entertainment linked to the tournament.
Rugby World Cup minister Murray McCully said: "During Rugby World Cup 2011, we will be staging a nationwide festival which will showcase the best of New Zealand's arts, food and wine, heritage, entertainment, experiences, and lifestyle.
"The New Zealand 2011 Festival Lottery Fund will support all sorts of community events associated with the festival. This could include everything from concerts, fairs, and exhibitions, to street markets and parades."
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