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More than 17,000 individual payments will be made under the Government’s Lending Right Schemes.
The Australian Public and Educational Lending Right Schemes provide annual payments to book creators and publishers to compensate them for the free multiple use of their print copy books in public and educational lending libraries.
This month, more than $23 million will be paid under the schemes – with that number set to increase from next year following changes announced by the Government as part of its new National Cultural Policy, Revive.
The changes will see the payments also apply to ebooks and audiobooks, which are rapidly growing in popularity amongst readers.
The lending right schemes support the enrichment of Australian culture by encouraging the growth and development of Australian writing.
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New research sheds light on creative workplaces
New research has investigated how Australia’s creative workforce and economy can best be supported to thrive and create lifelong careers in the arts sector.
Continuing the revival of the Australian arts sector
First Nations artists and Australian writers to benefit from new legislation
Positive change for Australian lending rights
Changes to the Public and Educational Lending Right schemes will see more than $26 million on its way to Australian authors, including payments for the first time for audiobooks and ebooks.
Festival projects to shine across the country
Close to $700,000 is being delivered to help arts projects reach new audiences and communities.
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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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More nationally significant artworks reach regional Australia
Five eastern Australian galleries will be loaned pieces from the national collection to share with regional and suburban communities.
Australian cultural organisations receive performance grants
Newly awarded grants set to put Australian artists on the world stage
Exhibitions from national collecting institutions to tour
$1 million from the National Collecting Institutions Touring and Outreach Program will support new exhibitions to hit the road.
New data released on the value of Australia’s cultural and creative sector
Updated estimates of cultural and creative activity in Australia 2014-15 to 2023-24 have been released.
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Language is key in delivering healthy teeth practices
A pilot project teaching dental health practices to First Nations children in language has shown to improve oral health speech and literacy.
Support the rollout of Equity: the Arts and Disability Associated Plan
Expressions of Interest are now open to join the Implementation Advisory Group for Equity.
New touring exhibitions telling stories of Country
Round 20 of the Visions of Australia program is delivering $1.4 million towards 5 new touring exhibitions.
Resale Royalty expands for Australian artists
Australian artists are set to benefit when their works are resold overseas, with international reciprocity being extended to a further 9 countries.
New research sheds light on creative workplaces
New research has investigated how Australia’s creative workforce and economy can best be supported to thrive and create lifelong careers in the arts sector.
Follow our new Instagram channel @AusGovArts
We've launched our Office for the Arts Instagram channel to bring you the latest news and updates about Australian arts and culture.
Artist profile: Lauren Rogers on fake art’s cost to culture
Ngarabul and Torres Strait Islander artist Lauren Rogers talks about the inappropriate use of First Nations artwork and its cost to culture.
Support for Indigenous languages and arts activities
First Nations community organisations that run language and arts activities will share in $30 million through the Indigenous Languages and Arts (ILA) program.
Support for First Nations artists
First Nations-owned art centres, fairs, regional hubs and industry service organisations will share in $38 million through the Indigenous Visual Arts Industry Support (IVAIS) program.
Holey Dollar returned to Poland
A 200-year-old silver coin has been returned to the Government of Poland.
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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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