We support arts and cultural development in regional and remote communities to help overcome the obstacles presented by distance and population size. Regional Arts Fund Festivals Australia National Regional Programs—touring The Australia Council delivers National Regional Programs to support tours by performing artists, musicians and exhibitions. Visions of Australia Latest news Regional arts projects to receive funding boost Forty-four new arts projects will share in over $1 million thanks to the Regional Arts Fund. 26 Jun 2025 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. 21 Mar 2025 Round 20 of Visions of Australia program open to applications Australians in regional and remote areas will see imaginative exhibitions visit their communities once funding is awarded later this year. 23 Jan 2025 Support for festivals across Australia Regional and remote festivals set to benefit from the latest round of funding. 20 Dec 2024 Read more news Funding programs National Collecting Institutions Touring and Outreach Program Indigenous Languages and Arts program Festivals Australia Browse all funding