We develop policies and deliver programs that encourage excellence in the arts, help to protect our cultural heritage and support public access to and participation in, arts and culture in Australia.

We do this through delivering strategic advice and policy development, effective program and grants management, regulatory management and collaborative stakeholder engagement.

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ART/works

ART/works is our monthly e-newsletter designed to help you stay up-to-date with all the latest news and activities in the arts...
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Cultural heritage

We protect national and international movable cultural heritage: we regulate exports and imports, and help museums, galleries...
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Screen

Australia's iconic screen industry is an important contributor to the nation's cultural life and showcases the talents and...
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Indigenous arts and languages

Language and art are essential to the wellbeing, culture and identity of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and...
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Literature

Australian literature is vital to our cultural and intellectual life and communicating Australian stories. We support the work...
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Performing arts

The Australian Government provides funding and support for Australia's vibrant performing arts sector.  ...
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Regional arts

We support arts and cultural development in regional and remote communities to help overcome the obstacles presented by...
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Museums, galleries and libraries

Australia's collecting institutions protect and celebrate Australia's rich cultural heritage, share resources and mentor...
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Visual arts

The government supports visual artists through a range of initiatives and schemes including Artbank, the Resale Royalty Scheme...
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Arts and Disability

Welcome to the Arts and Disability Hub, where you will find information about the National Arts and Disability Strategy and...
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Funding programs

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Live Music Australia

Supporting venues to host live Australian music

The Live Music Australia program is a competitive grants opportunity for small to medium sized venues that support quality original Australian live music.

It is acknowledged that the music industry is facing increased pressures in light of the severe impacts of COVID-19, and the program includes support for activities that assist the live music industry to rebuild and become operational following the impacts of COVID-19.

Started October 19, 2022 12:00 AEDT
Ended November 17, 2022 23:59 AEDT
Days Remaining 0 of 29
Applications under consideration
Festivals Australia.
Photo by Oliver Eclipse (detail) +
Photo by Oliver Eclipse
Regional arts Regional arts
Festivals Australia

Festivals Australia supports community participation in, and access to, the arts and aims to support partnerships and collaboration across the sector.

Visions of Australia.
Courtesy of Alison McDonald (detail) +
Courtesy of Alison McDonald6 RRR, by artist Alison McDonald. Photo credit: Aaron Ashley.
Regional arts Regional arts
Visions of Australia

The Visions of Australia regional exhibition touring program supports audience access to Australian arts and cultural material, with a particular focus on tours to regional and remote Australia.

Started September 05, 2022 09:00 AEST
Ended September 30, 2022 17:00 AEST
Days Remaining 0 of 25
Applications under consideration
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Support programs

Cultural heritage Cultural heritage
Cultural Gifts Program
Visual arts Visual arts
Resale Royalty Scheme
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National Indigenous Visual Arts...

The National Indigenous Visual Arts Action Plan sets the Australian Government’s priorities to support the visual arts sector...
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A new National Cultural Policy

We're developing a new cultural policy for the decade ahead to transform and safeguard a diverse, vibrant and sustainable arts,...
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