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The Government has welcomed the return of 11 First Nations ancestors from two collecting institutions in the United Kingdom.
At a special ceremony hosted in Oxford, United Kingdom, the Oxford University Museum of Natural History returned six ancestors, with three returning to their respective Traditional Custodians and three ancestors returned under Australian Government stewardship.
At the same ceremony the Pitt Rivers Museum returned two ancestors to their Traditional Custodians and three ancestors returned under Australian Government stewardship.
The Government will ensure the care and dignity of the six ancestors under its stewardship, while they are cared for closer to home.
Representatives of the University, Government and Community attended the ceremony, including Bathurst Local Aboriginal Land Council, Metropolitan Local Aboriginal Land Council, Far West Coast Aboriginal Corporation, Ngarrindjeri Community and the Wadawurrung Traditional Owners Aboriginal Corporation.
The latest repatriation means that over 1,290 ancestors have been returned from the United Kingdom to Australia over the past 30 years.
The Australian Government is committed to securing the return of ancestors held overseas to their rightful homes.
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Archaeological objects returned to Egypt
Seventeen Egyptian artefacts have been formally returned to the Government of the Arab Republic of Egypt in a handover held at the Australian Parliament House.
Bendigo Art Gallery acquires major Sidney Nolan painting
The gallery has acquired a significant 1962 painting by renowned Australian artist Sidney Nolan thanks to the National Cultural Heritage Account.
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.
Sir Donald Bradman’s Baggy Green the newest addition to the national collection
The National Museum of Australia has recently acquired the iconic cricketer’s cap with the help of the National Cultural Heritage Account.
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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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Review of the Protection of Movable Cultural Heritage Act
Shane Simpson AM finished a review of the Protection of Movable Cultural Heritage Act 1986 in 2015.
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Arthur Boyd returns to Bundanon
The latest artwork loan under the Sharing the National Collection initiative shows that home is where the heart is.
New Australian content laws for streaming services
The laws will bring more Australian stories to our screens and support the local screen industry.
Archaeological objects returned to Egypt
Seventeen Egyptian artefacts have been formally returned to the Government of the Arab Republic of Egypt in a handover held at the Australian Parliament House.
Australia is alive with the sound of music
Live music in Australia is getting turned up through Revive Live grants.
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Funding available to support Indigenous languages and arts activities
Applications for grant funding are now open for the Indigenous Languages and Arts (ILA) program.
Regional galleries welcome National Gallery of Australia’s artworks
The Sharing the National Collection initiative continues with loans to 2 more Griffith Regional Gallery and Retford Park near Bowral.
Gija creation story on display at UNESCO World Heritage site
The first Aboriginal cultural representation at the UNESCO World Heritage site, Purnululu National Park in the East Kimberley, has been launched.
Critical support for live music industry
$7.7 million in Revive Live grants will support 110 live music festivals and venues to continue operating under challenging conditions.
Grant funding available to support Indigenous visual arts organisations
Applications are now open for the Indigenous Visual Arts Industry Support (IVAIS) program’s annual open competitive grant opportunity.
Have your say on protections for First Nations artists
The Indigenous Art Code (the Code) is under review for the first time since it was established in 2010.
Sharing the National Collection travels to Hervey Bay with works by celebrated Australians
The Hervey Bay Regional Gallery will feature works by some of Australia's leading 20th century artists for 2 years thanks to the scheme.
Australian arts go global including to the Paralympic Games
The Government is continuing to help showcase the best of the Australian arts scene to the world with funding for four projects.
Apply now for Festivals Australia funding
Applications are now open for the latest funding round of the Festivals Australia program.
Heritage bagpipes marching to Mackay
A rare set of bagpipes which accompanied Australian soldiers on the Western Front in the First World War have recently been returned to Australia after over a century overseas.
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First Nations language partnerships to Close the Gap
The Australian Government is investing over $4 million towards a pilot program that will establish 11 place-based partnerships between Indigenous language centres and local service delivery partners in health and early childhood education. 9 Jan 2023 As …
NewsCultural Gifts Program—Nomination of a Valuer
Published: 22 Jul 2022 Cultural gifts program—nomination of a valuer—Section 30-210 of the Income Tax Assessment Act 1997. cultural-gifts-program-nomination-of-valuer-july2022.docx (DOCX, 105.68 KB) …
PublicationCultural Gifts Program—Valuer referee report
Published: 22 Jul 2022 Cultural gifts program—valuer referee report—Section 30-210 of the Income Tax Assessment Act 1997 . cultural-gifts-program-valuer-referee-report-july2022.docx (DOCX, 214.23 KB) …
PublicationVisions of Australia Venue Confirmation Form
Published: 9 Sep 2016 This form is required to be completed by the venue director or manager for each venue. venue_confirmation_form.pdf (PDF, 358.24 KB) venue_confirmation_form.pdf (PDF, 358.24 KB) … 364 … 365 … 366 … 10 … Visions of Australia Venue …
PublicationChecklist for new valuer applications
Published: 27 Jun 2019 This checklist is designed for valuers preparing documentation to gain approved status under the Cultural Gifts Program. cgp-valuer-checklist-for-new-valuer-applications.docx (DOCX, 743.62 KB) …
PublicationFrequently Asked Questions - Visions of Australia
Published: 9 Sep 2016 FAQ covering funding, eligibility, assessment criteria, application and assessment process, privacy and complaints mechanism. frequently_asked_questions_mh.docx (DOCX, 754.43 KB) frequently_asked_questions_mh.pdf (PDF, 568.62 KB) … …
PublicationCultural Gifts Program—One-off approval for a valuer to value items outside approved classes
Published: 22 Jul 2022 Information for valuers seeking a one-off extension to the classes of item they are approved to value for the purposes of providing a valuation for a specific donation. …
PublicationCultural Gifts Program—Code of conduct for valuers
Published: 22 Jul 2022 This Code of Conduct governs valuers approved under the Cultural Gifts Program. The Code is consistent with, and supplements, the Cultural Gifts Program Guide issued by the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional …
PublicationCultural Gifts Program—Valuer Private Interests Assurance
Published: 22 Jul 2022 Section 30–210 of the Income Tax Assessment Act 1997 cultural-gifts-program-valuer-private-interests-assurance.docx (DOCX, 218.73 KB) cultural-gifts-program-valuer-private-interests-assurance.pdf (PDF, 233.77 KB) … 379 … 380 … 381 …
PublicationValuation certificate checklist
Published: 27 Jun 2019 This checklist is to assist approved valuers who are preparing valuations for donations submitted under the Cultural Gifts Program (CGP). cgp-checklist-for-completing-a-valuation-certificate.docx (DOCX, 744.19 KB) …
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