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New figures show cultural and creative activity contributed $70.3 billion to Australia's economy in 2024–25.
This was 2.5% of Australia's economy and an increase of $2.7 billion from 2023–24. The contribution was comparable with that of the accommodation and food services industry.
The figures were released by the Bureau of Communications, Arts and Regional Research (BCARR). The research examines 10 years of cultural and creative activity, from 2015–16 to 2024–25.
It reveals over that period, the average annual growth of cultural and creative activity was similar to that of manufacturing.
Growth varied across different areas. Digital games development recorded the strongest growth, followed by arts education, internet publishing and broadcasting.
BCARR will update the figures each year.
Find out more
Read the latest Cultural and Creative Activity annual publication and explore the accompanying data.
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Australia's cultural and creative activity continues to grow
New figures show cultural and creative activity contributed $70.3 billion to Australia's economy in 2024–25.
Finding inspiration in the everyday with Steven Carroll
Australian author Steven Carroll talks about his sources of inspiration and lending rights.
Applications now open for funding of regional and remote arts projects through the Festivals Australia program
Round 23 of the Festivals Australia program is open for applications for arts projects at festivals and community events in regional and remote Australia.
First Nations expressions of interest open for Equity Advisory Group
Expressions of interest are open to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who are d/Deaf or disabled and who have experience in the arts and cultural sectors.
Have your say
A new National Cultural Policy
Between 23 March 2026 and 24 May 2026, Australians were invited to share their views and help guide the next National Cultural Policy. Public submissions are being uploaded to this page as they're being reviewed by us. Read the public submissions.
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
After extensive national consultation, in 2023 we delivered a 5 year national cultural policy, Revive—A place for everyone story, a story for every place.
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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.
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Australia's cultural and creative activity continues to grow
New figures show cultural and creative activity contributed $70.3 billion to Australia's economy in 2024–25.
Finding inspiration in the everyday with Steven Carroll
Australian author Steven Carroll talks about his sources of inspiration and lending rights.
Applications now open for funding of regional and remote arts projects through the Festivals Australia program
Round 23 of the Festivals Australia program is open for applications for arts projects at festivals and community events in regional and remote Australia.
Applications open for Round 23 of the Visions of Australia program
The program brings imaginative exhibitions to regional and remote Australia.
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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.
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.
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Arts and cultural festivals back in action in regional Australia
Through the latest round of the Festivals Australia program, 15 innovative and inspiring projects will be supported by the Government. 6 Jan 2023 Disco and Wellsy perform at the Dashville Progress Society Spectacular. Photo courtesy of the Dashville …
NewsAustralian Government Policy on Indigenous Repatriation
Published: 20 Dec 2019 The Australian Government Policy on Indigenous Repatriation was established in 2011. In 2016, it was updated to reflect the change in department name. australian_government_policy_on_indigenous_repatriation.docx (DOCX, 780.81 KB) …
PublicationArts Access Australia—Project Accessibility Plan Template
Published: 21 Sep 2016 Arts Access Australia—Project Accessibility Plan Template for our funding programs. arts-access-australia-poject-accessibility_0.docx (DOCX, 166.95 KB) arts-access-australia-poject-accessibility_0.pdf (PDF, 239.46 …
Publication2020–21 Indigenous Languages and Arts program grant recipients
Published: 21 Jan 2021 2020-21-indigenous-languages-and-arts-program-grant-recipients-december-2020.docx (DOCX, 161.88 KB) 2020-21-indigenous-languages-and-arts-program-grant-recipients-december-2020.pdf (PDF, 485.79 …
PublicationCertificate of Donation—Cultural Gifts Program
Published: 13 Jan 2026 Subdivision 30-A of the Income Tax Assessment Act 1997. This form is to be completed by the donor (all persons with a legal interest in the items being donated) and signed by the authorised officer accepting the gift on behalf of …
PublicationIndigenous Contemporary Music grant recipients
Published: 3 Mar 2021 The Indigenous Contemporary Music program, administered by the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Communications, supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander musicians and bands. It provides …
PublicationIndigenous Languages and Arts Program guidelines
Published: 19 Apr 2017 The Department of Communications and the Arts develops and administers Australian Government programs and policies that encourage excellence in art, support our cultural heritage and provide access to arts and culture. This enables …
PublicationRISE Fund grant recipients—Batch two summary of projects
Published: 6 Apr 2021 rise-fund-grant-recipients-batch-two-summary-of-projects.docx (DOCX, 192.83 KB) rise-fund-grant-recipients-batch-two-summary-of-projects.pdf (PDF, 922.64 …
Publication2016–17 Indigenous Languages and Arts program grant recipients
Published: 11 Oct 2016 Targeted grant recipients Open round grant recipients Strategic projects 2016-17-indigenous-languages-and-arts-program-grant-recipients.docx (DOCX, 686.23 KB) 2016-17-indigenous-languages-and-arts-program-grant-recipients.pdf (PDF, …
PublicationRISE Fund grant recipients—Batch three summary of projects
Published: 7 Mar 2021 rise-fund-batch-three-summary-of-projects_0.docx (DOCX, 193.4 KB) rise-fund-batch-three-summary-of-projects_0.pdf (PDF, 918.3 …
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