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A new National Cultural Policy
We invite you to share your views to inform the development of Australia's new National Cultural Policy, ensuring it embodies the diversity and aspirations of our nation.
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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Have your say on Australia’s next National Cultural Policy
Share your views to help shape the future direction of the creative and culture sector.
Creatives leading with innovation in regional communities
Regional Arts Australia is delivering 2 fully funded, 12-month residencies under the Industry Residencies Pilot Program.
National Film and Sound Archive of Australia acquires iconic pinball machines
Five rare pinball machines manufactured by the Hankin Pinball Company in Newcastle are set to join the collection of our National Film and Sound Archive (NFSA).
Return of cultural objects to Mexico
The return coincides with the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Australia and Mexico.
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Have your say on Australia’s next National Cultural Policy
Share your views to help shape the future direction of the creative and culture sector.
Creatives leading with innovation in regional communities
Regional Arts Australia is delivering 2 fully funded, 12-month residencies under the Industry Residencies Pilot Program.
Return of cultural objects to Mexico
The return coincides with the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Australia and Mexico.
National Film and Sound Archive of Australia acquires iconic pinball machines
Five rare pinball machines manufactured by the Hankin Pinball Company in Newcastle are set to join the collection of our National Film and Sound Archive (NFSA).
Historic acquisition for the Canberra Museum and Gallery to go on display
A 1913 painting of the Canberra landscape before construction of the new capital city will be on display in the week of Canberra Day.
Apply to deliver the Arts and Screen Employment Pathways Pilot Program
We are seeking a service provider or providers to deliver temporary paid job placements through the $2.2 million Arts and Screen Employment Pathways Pilot Program (the Program).
Sharing more treasures from the National Collection
Eight regional Australian communities are finding new inspiration from artworks on loan from the National Gallery of Australia.
Bringing international art to Australia with funding to help with insurance costs
The 2026–27 round of the Australian Government International Exhibitions Insurance program (AGIEI) is now open to applications.
Applications now open for funding of regional and remote arts projects
Round 22 of the Festivals Australia program is open to applications for arts projects at festivals and community events in regional and remote Australia.
Funding available for new arts and cultural touring exhibitions
Arts and cultural organisations can now apply for Round 22 of the Visions of Australia funding program.
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A new National Cultural Policy
We invite you to share your views to inform the development of Australia's new National Cultural Policy, ensuring it embodies the diversity and aspirations of our nation.
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.
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.
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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Bronze Age stone weight returned to Pakistan
An ancient stone weight of cultural significance was returned today to Pakistan. 8 Dec 2021 The stone weight was returned to HE Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri, High Commissioner of Pakistan at a ceremony which took place at the High Commission on 8 December 2021. …
NewsAxe heading home to the Philippines
A wood and steel axe of cultural significance has been returned to the Philippines. 19 Nov 2021 19 November 2021 The axe, which dates back to the early to mid 20th century, comes from the Igorot communities of northern Luzon, who still use this type of …
NewsPriceless Incan carving to head home
A priceless Incan carved wooden vessel, known as a canopa, will soon be on its way back to its rightful home in Peru. 4 Nov 2021 A carved Incan canopa that depicts two llamas. It has a rounded hollow on its back, where offerings were dedicated to the care …
NewsVictoria - Jurisdiction Profile
Published: 6 Feb 2018 The Victorian profile provides a comprehensive overview of arts and culture on a range of topics including participation in cultural activities, cultural funding by government, employment in culture, and attendances at cultural …
PublicationPost-Implementation Review — Resale Royalty Right for Visual Artists Act 2009 and the Resale Royalty Scheme
Published: 23 Dec 2019 The 2013 Report for the Post-implementation Review of the Resale Royalty Right for Visual Artists Act 2009 (the Act) and accompanying Scheme examines the first three years and four months of the Scheme's operation. The Report uses …
PublicationIndigenous Languages and Arts Program funded Indigenous Language Centres
Published: 1 Oct 2024 Indigenous Languages and Arts Program funded Indigenous Language Centres—September 2024—PDF (PDF, 411.7 KB) Indigenous Languages and Arts Program funded Indigenous Language Centres—September 2024—DOCX (DOCX, 952.58 KB) … 3121 … 3122 …
PublicationFestivals Australia September 2020 round 11—grant recipients
Published: 23 Dec 2020 List of national summary of projects for Round 11, September 2020. festivals-australia-grant-recipients-national-summary-of-projects-round-11september2020.docx (DOCX, 165.47 KB) …
PublicationIndigenous Languages and Arts (ILA) Program Frequently Asked Questions
Published: 15 Dec 2025 Tips for a competitive application and Frequently asked questions on the Indigenous Languages and Arts Program. Indigenous Languages and Arts (ILA) Program 2026–27—Open Competitive Grant Opportunity—FAQs—December 2025—PDF (PDF, …
PublicationRISE Fund grant recipients—Batch one summary of projects
Published: 22 Dec 2020 Recipients of the RISE Fund grant. rise-fund-grant-recipients-batch-one-summary-of-projects_0.docx (DOCX, 195.43 KB) rise-fund-grant-recipients-batch-one-summary-of-projects_0.pdf (PDF, 550.42 KB) … 235 … 236 … 237 … RISE Fund grant …
PublicationProject grants—recipients list, round 2, 2022
Published: 23 Nov 2022 project-grants-recipients-list-round-2-2022.docx (DOCX, 247.88 KB) project-grants-recipients-list-round-2-2022.pdf (PDF, 228.92 KB) … 238 … 239 … Project grants—recipients list, round 2, …
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