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National Regional Programs—touring

The Australia Council delivers National Regional Programs to support tours by performing artists, musicians and exhibitions.

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The National Regional Programs include:

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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.

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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.

Joy Nabegeyo, Marrawuddi Arts. Photo by Wayne Quilliam © DAAF/Copyright Agency, 2024

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.

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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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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.

13 Oct 2026

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A new page for Lending Rights

New legislation for the Lending Rights schemes commenced on 1 October 2026.

2 Oct 2026

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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.

23 Sep 2026

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Australia's cultural and creative activity continues to grow

New figures show cultural and creative activity contributed $70.3 billion to Australia's economy in 2024–25.

22 Sep 2026

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National Opera Review - Final Report Appendix

Published: 25 Oct 2016 Sections of the Discussion Paper.  These documents have not been produced by us and may not meet WCAG 2.0 Level AA requirements. Please contact us at  publishing@communications.gov.au  to obtain alternative copies. …

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Writers to be fairly compensated

Australian authors, illustrators and publishers to be recompensed for their e-books and audiobooks being held in Australian libraries. 21 Mar 2023 A woman reads an e-book on a couch As announced under the Australia Government’s new National Cultural …

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Rekindling program reconnects First Nations youth

A flagship dance and language program is reconnecting First Nations youth with their culture. 22 Mar 2023 ‘In learning about your culture you learn more about yourself’ – a participant sums up how the Bangarra Dance Theatre’s Rekindling program it is …

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ART/works

ART/works provides subscribers with the latest news on funding opportunities, industry research and sector updates. Sent to your inbox as major news breaks, ART/works keeps you up-to-date with what's happening in Australia's cultural and creative sector, …

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Research confirms importance of live music workers

Our research highlights the diverse occupations of live music workers and their contribution to Australia’s social and cultural fabric. 27 Mar 2023 The contribution of live music to our creative economy has been confirmed following the release of the …

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Live gigs back in the spotlight

Program provides support for venue-based music 29 Mar 2023 $2.5 million in targeted funding is available under Round Six of the Live Music Australia Program. The funding will assist live music venues as they rebuild following the impacts of the pandemic, …

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National Opera Review - Final Report

Published: 25 Oct 2016 The National Opera Review was asked, under its Terms of Reference, to make recommendations aimed at promoting the financial viability, artistic vibrancy and accessibility of Australia’s four Major Opera Companies, namely Opera …

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ELR Policies and Procedures 2023

Published: 31 Mar 2023 ELR Policies and Procedures 2023 (Word) (DOCX, 153.92 KB) ELR Policies and Procedures 2023 (PDF) (PDF, 344.27 …

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Trove funding secured in 2023-24 Federal Budget

The Australian Government will commit $33 million in funding over four years in the coming Budget, preserving Australia’s most significant cultural and historical resource. 4 Apr 2023 Photo: Damian McDonald Australia’s most important collection of digital …

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Rare Canadian cultural objects dating back to 19th Century to return home

Museums Victoria will repatriate 6 highly significant cultural items back to their Indigenous community in Canada with the assistance of the Australian Government. 3 Apr 2023 (clockwise from top left: smoking pipe, ornate cloak, pouch, leggings, broach, …

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Submissions

Screen Australia
ncp1128-screen-australia.pdf (PDF, 1.03 MB)
Screen Producers Australia
ncp1225-screen-producers-australia.pdf (PDF, 285.95 KB)
Screen Producers Australia
nncp-1475211-screen-producers-aust.pdf (PDF, 2.57 MB)
Screen Queensland
nncp-1474953-screen-qld.pdf (PDF, 846.96 KB)
Screen Queensland
ncp1100-screen-queensland.pdf (PDF, 99.53 KB)
Screen Territory
ncp1308-screen-territory.pdf (PDF, 906.37 KB)
Screen Vixens
ncp1049-screen-vixens.pdf (PDF, 76.48 KB)
Screen Vixens
nncp-1472008-screen-vixens.pdf (PDF, 618.64 KB)
Screen Voice
nncp-1472994-screen-voice.pdf (PDF, 41.87 KB)
Screen Voice
ncp1087-screen-voice.pdf (PDF, 155.71 KB)
Screen Well Pty Ltd
nncp-1471245-screen-well-pty-ltd.pdf (PDF, 564.68 KB)
Screenrights
a-new-national-cultural-policy-ncp0269-screenrights.pdf (PDF, 102.06 KB)
Screenrights
nncp-1470422-screenrights.pdf (PDF, 116.5 KB)
Sculpture by the Sea Incorporated
ncp1019-sculpture-by-the-sea-incorporated.pdf (PDF, 86.87 KB)
Sean Perera
nncp-1468489-sean-perera.pdf (PDF, 85.72 KB)
Second Echo Ensemble
ncp0874-second-echo-ensemble.pdf (PDF, 307.64 KB)
Second Echo Ensemble
nncp-1471246-second-echo-ensemble.pdf (PDF, 561.21 KB)
Self determined First Nations Performing Arts Organisations
nncp-1472422-self-determined-first-nations.pdf (PDF, 585.53 KB)
Senator Sarah Hanson-Young
a-new-national-cultural-policy-ncp1177-senator-sarah-hanson-young.pdf (PDF, 72.81 KB)
Service and Creative Skills Australia
nncp-1475255-service-and-creative-skills-aust.pdf (PDF, 1.02 MB)
Settlement Services International (SSI)
nncp-1471051-settlement-services-international.pdf (PDF, 2.24 MB)
Seventh Gallery
nncp-1470343-seventh-gallery.pdf (PDF, 144.02 KB)
Seymour Centre
ncp1233-seymour-centre.pdf (PDF, 183.03 KB)
Seymour Centre, University of Sydney
nncp-1470842-seymour-centre.pdf (PDF, 339.53 KB)
Shaheen Shah
nncp-1471310-shaheen-shah.pdf (PDF, 560.24 KB)

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