The Visions of Australia regional exhibition touring program supports audience access to Australian arts and cultural material, with a particular focus on tours to regional and remote Australia.

Who can apply

Australian arts and cultural heritage organisations can apply for funding to develop and tour exhibitions to venues across Australia.

When to apply

Round 23 is now closed. The next round of Visions Australia is expected to open in February 2027 for activities commencing after 1 July 2027.

Funding available

Funding of approximately $2.8 million is available each year across two funding rounds.

About the program

The Visions of Australia Program provides funding to support the development and touring of quality exhibitions to regional and remote Australia by Australian arts and cultural organisations. Tours must include at least three venues outside the applicant's home state or territory. Tours originating in metropolitan areas may include metropolitan venues but regional and/or remote venues are a higher priority for funding. Tour applications must also include venue confirmation forms from each venue, and for development applications, expressions of interest forms from each venue.

The decision maker approves funding under the Program Guidelines based on an assessment by the Department and independent assessors.

Program logos and acknowledgement

The Visions of Australia program logo is used to acknowledge Australian Government support for activities funded under Visions of Australia.

Program documentation

Visions of Australia program documentation including program guidelines and frequently asked questions for the current funding round, is available on the GrantConnect website under 'Grant opportunities'. It is a requirement to read and understand the guidelines prior to applying. 

Contact

The Program Officer
Visions of Australia
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts
Office for the Arts
GPO Box 594
Canberra ACT 2601
Phone: 1800 590 577 (Option 1)
Email: visions@arts.gov.au

How to apply

  • Visit the GrantConnect website to view the program guidelines and frequently asked questions. You will need to register and create a password to access the GrantConnect site.
  • Complete a SmartyGrants application form. You will need to register and create a password to access the SmartyGrants site.
  • You can preview the application form prior to submitting an application.
  • You can save an incomplete application and come back to it at a later time, as long as you submit by the closing date. Incomplete applications left in SmartyGrants after the closing date will not be assessed.