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Updated estimates of cultural and creative activity in Australia 2014-15 to 2023-24 have been released.
Since 2024, the Bureau of Communications, Arts and Regional Research has used an updated methodology to more accurately reflect the contribution of the cultural and creative sector to our economy.
The latest research has found that the sector contributed $67.4 billion to Australia’s economy in 2023-24. This is a 6.6% increase from 2022-23. The sector’s contribution to Australia’s GDP in 2023-24 was 2.5%.
The updated data shows the impact of different activities within the sector, with advertising and promotion and print media and publishing being the sector’s largest contributors to GDP in 2023-24.
This research is a key action of the National Cultural Policy−Revive, and will assist the government to better target future investments.
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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 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.
What's new
New edition of Significance released
The third edition of Significance provides new and updated practical guidance for assessing and explaining the significance of cultural items and collections.
Getting the band together, but who pays their super?
Updated advice from the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) on who pays super to workers in the music industry.
A new page for Lending Rights
New legislation for the Lending Rights schemes commenced on 1 October 2026.
Sharing the National Collection hits 2 million visitor milestone
The Sharing the National Collection program enables galleries around the country to borrow works from the national collection for long-term display.
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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.
Regional arts projects to receive funding boost
Forty-four new arts projects will share in over $1 million thanks to the Regional Arts Fund.
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.
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.
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Indigenous 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 …
PublicationGlobal launch of the International Decade of Indigenous Languages 2022-2032
Australian Government representatives marked the occasion at a special event in Paris. 13 Aug 2024 On 13 December Australian Government officials and First Nations Partners attended the global launch of the International Decade of Indigenous Languages …
NewsFull list of Indigenous Languages and Arts—Projects stream funding recipients 2015–16
Published: 11 Oct 2016 The ILA–Projects program, administered by the Ministry for the Arts, provides targeted funding to support Indigenous art and languages. This results in outcomes that align closely with the Australian Government’s priorities of …
PublicationProject grants—recipients list, round 1, 2021
Published: 28 Jun 2021 project-grants-recipients-list-round1-2021-june2021.docx (DOCX, 187.63 KB) project-grants-recipients-list-round1-2021-june2021.pdf (PDF, 436.23 …
PublicationIndigenous Languages and Arts (Languages) stream—2015–16 funding recipients
Published: 11 Oct 2016 The Indigenous Languages and Arts (Languages) stream provides operational funding to organisations that support the revival and maintenance of Indigenous languages. This funding will include support for Indigenous language centres …
PublicationFestivals Australia February 2021 round 12—grant recipients
Published: 1 Jul 2021 festivals-australia-grant-recipients-national-summary-of-projects-round-12-february2021.docx (DOCX, 170.9 KB) festivals-australia-grant-recipients-national-summary-of-projects-round-12-february2021.pdf (PDF, 1013.38 …
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