Arts and culture
The Department administers programs and policies that encourage excellence in artistic effort, support for cultural heritage and public access to arts and culture.
2009 Prime Minister’s Literary Awards
Find out who will judge the Fiction and Non-Fiction entries to the 2009 Prime Minister’s Literary Awards.
$62.3 million for arts and culture
The Australian Government has delivered on its commitments and strengthened its support for Australia’s arts and cultural sector with an investment of $62.3 million in the 2009-10 Federal Budget 
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Powerhouse aquires Bruno Benini Photograph Archive
The Powerhouse Museum celebrated its acquisition of the Bruno Benini Photography Archive (1950-2001) with assistance from the Australian Government through the National Cultural Heritage Account on 27 April 2009. The Minister for the Arts recognised the Museum's contribution to Australian history at this special event in company with Mrs Hazel Benini, fashion industry and education professionals.
Breakthrough
A new pilot initiative of the Cultural Ministers Council to provide funding for emerging Indigenous musicians or groups to record a high-quality EP. Find out more...
Creative Industries Innovation Centre
The launch of the Creative Industries Innovation Centre was held in Sydney on 17 February 2009. The Ministers for Arts and Innovation jointly launched the Centre, which will help creative businesses realise their potential.
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