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The Australian Government has released a full response to the recommendations of the National Opera Review final report, which examined the artistic vibrancy, financial viability and accessibility of Australia’s major opera companies.
Why we want your input
The Australian Government wanted to make sure Australian audiences continue to have access to opera performances of the highest artist standard into the future.
How you can voice your opinion
The consultation period closed on 30 November 2015.
What will be the outcome of this consultation?
Submissions will be used to inform the development of the final report including recommendations to the Australian Government.
The issue
The National Opera Review is examining the artistic vibrancy, engagement with audiences and financial positions of Opera Australia, State Opera of South Australia, West Australian Opera and Opera Queensland.
These organisations are funded by the Australian Government through the Australia Council as major performing arts companies.
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National Opera Review Discussion Paper
Key issues:
List of Key Issues in the National Opera Review Discussion Paper
Updates and Milestones
Submission closed
30 Nov 2015
Outcomes
The Minister for the Arts released the National Opera Review Final Report on 25 October 2016.
The Australian Government commissioned the National Opera Review in 2014. The Report by an independent expert panel contains recommendations intended to support the continued artistic vibrancy of Australian opera companies.
The expert panel consisted of Dr Helen Nugent AO (Chairman), Mr Moffatt Oxenbould AM, Mr Andrew McKinnon and Ms Kathryn Fagg.
The Government has released its Response to the National Opera Review Final Report.
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National Opera Review Final Report
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Australia is alive with the sound of music
Live music in Australia is getting turned up through Revive Live grants.
Australian cultural organisations receive performance grants
Newly awarded grants set to put Australian artists on the world stage
Funding available for arts activities at regional and remote festivals
Round 21 of the Festivals Australia program is now open, with over $700,000 available to support arts projects delivered in regional and remote areas.
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Arts and Screen Employment Pathways Pilot Program
We invited feedback on the development of the new Arts and Screen Employment Pathways Pilot Program to support d/Deaf and disabled artists and arts workers. This consultation is closed.
Review of the Indigenous Art Code
A review of the Indigenous Art Code is underway to strengthen the protections for Indigenous artists and consumers across the country. This consultation is closed.
Revive: a place for every story, a story for every place
We developed a national cultural policy for the next 5 years following extensive consultation.
National Opera Review
The Australian Government has released a full response to the recommendations of the National Opera Review final report, which examined the artistic vibrancy, financial viability and accessibility of Australia’s major opera companies.
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National Opera Review
The Australian Government has released a full response to the recommendations of the National Opera Review final report, which examined the artistic vibrancy, financial viability and accessibility of Australia’s major opera companies.
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The power of stories
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Interim report shows resilience of cultural and creative workforce
Research shows strong growth for sector from 2008–09 to 2023–24.
Visions of Australia getting shows on the road
Seven organisations will share in up to $1.3 million in program funding.
Boost for arts projects in regional and remote Australia
A total of 77 arts projects will share in over $1.7 million thanks to the latest round of Regional Arts Fund Project Grants.
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Ukrainian cultural objects returned home
Two archaeological objects have been returned to the Government of Ukraine.
Celebrating the impact of our National Cultural Institutions
The latest findings about the trends and impact of Australia’s National Cultural Institutions have been released.
Regional arts projects to receive funding boost
Forty-four new arts projects will share in over $1 million thanks to the Regional Arts Fund.
Have your say on the Arts and Screen Employment Pathways Pilot Program
Help shape the design of a new employment program to support d/Deaf and disabled artists and arts workers.
10 First Nations Ancestors returned from Japan in a world-first
A handover ceremony was held at the Australian Embassy in Tokyo to mark the first return from Japan.
Rare 19th Century ship figurehead of a First Nations woman, Australian National Maritime Museum
The Australian National Maritime Museum (the Museum) has acquired a rare 19th century ship's figurehead of a First Nations woman thanks to support from the National Cultural Heritage Account.
Festivals Australia program bringing together past, present and future
Over $700,000 will be shared amongst successful projects through round 20.
Australia set to light up the 2025 Eurovision stage
The latest recipients of the International Cultural Diplomacy Arts Fund will bring Australian art to the world.
Media release – 36 First Nations Ancestors welcomed home from the United Kingdom
We have welcomed the return of 36 First Nations ancestors from the United Kingdom in a ceremony hosted by the Natural History Museum in London.
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Australian Government response to the House of Representatives Standing Committee on Indigenous Affairs—Report on the impact of inauthentic art and craft in the style of First Nations peoples
Published: 11 Sep 2020 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures are diverse and dynamic. They are essential to the wellbeing and identity of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, as well as being a vital part of Australia’s identity. …
PublicationPublic Lending Right Committee Annual report 2012-13 Public Lending Right Committee Annual report 2012-13
Published: 1 Dec 2016 Public Lending Right Committee Annual report 2012-13 (DOCX, 493.77 KB) Public Lending Right Committee Annual report 2012-13 (PDF, 1 MB) … 267 … 268 … 13 … Public Lending Right Committee Annual report 2012-13 Public Lending Right …
PublicationPost, Digital and Visual Effects (PDV) offset glossary
Published: 4 Apr 2025 This Glossary is a combination of terminology and a general description of what is, and is not, considered qualifying Australian Production Expenditure (QAPE) for the Post, Digital and Visual Effects (PDV) Offset. Post, Digital and …
Publication2019–2020 funding recipients—Indigenous Visual Arts Industry Support (IVAIS) Program
Published: 26 Aug 2020 2019—2020 funding recipients for the Indigenous Visual Arts Industry Support (IVAIS) Program. indigenous-visual-arts-industry-support-ivais-program-2019-20-funding.docx (DOCX, 165.13 KB) …
PublicationNational Indigenous Languages Report document
Published: 16 Aug 2020 The National Indigenous Languages Report is a key element of the Australian Government’s ongoing commitment to maintain, preserve and celebrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander languages. The entire report in PDF format is very …
PublicationAustralian International Co-Production Program guidelines
Published: 7 Sep 2016 Guidelines for entering into audiovisual co-production arrangements. The Government’s guidelines are used to assess the feasibility of audiovisual co-production arrangements with potential partner countries. …
PublicationCommunity grants—national recipients list, round 1, 2020
Published: 9 Jul 2020 Community grants—national recipients list, round 1, 2020—July 2020. community-grants-national-recipients-list-round1-2020.docx (DOCX, 118.58 KB) community-grants-national-recipients-list-round1-2020.pdf (PDF, 409.2 KB) … 286 … 287 … …
PublicationFestivals Australia grant recipients—National summary of projects—Round 10 February 2020
Published: 6 Jul 2020 List of national summary of projects for Round 10, February 2020. national-summary-of-projects-round10-february2020.docx (DOCX, 164.2 KB) national-summary-of-projects-round10-february2020.pdf (PDF, 283.35 KB) … 291 … 292 … 293 … 3 … …
PublicationNational Regional Arts Fellowships 2020: Recipients List
Published: 16 Jun 2020 Recipients list for 2020 National Regional Arts Fellowships. national-regional-arts-fellowships-2020-recipients-list.docx (DOCX, 148.71 KB) national-regional-arts-fellowships-2020-recipients-list.pdf (PDF, 210.38 KB) … 294 … 295 … …
PublicationFestivals Australia March 2016 Round - Grant Recipients
Published: 14 Jul 2017 National summary of Festivals Australia projects grant recipients for March round 2016. National summary of Festivals Australia projects grant recipients for March round 2016..docx (DOCX, 788.08 KB) National summary of Festivals …
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