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Public hearing on arts and cultural philanthropy

House of Representatives < 1 min read

Small to medium arts organisations along with peak bodies are giving evidence next Monday at public hearing roundtables to discuss boosting arts and cultural philanthropy.

Chair of the House Standing Committee on Communications, the Arts and Sport, Ms Susan Templeman MP, said:

“Small to medium arts organisations are an essential part of our cultural sector. They nurture talent, build careers and provide transformative opportunities for creatives.

“Public funding should provide a bedrock of support for small to medium organisations, but we also don’t want them to miss out on the opportunity to access philanthropic support.”

“Hearing from these organisations along with the peak bodies that represent them will ensure that their experiences are front and centre when considering how to boost Australia’s philanthropic giving.”

Public hearing details are below, along with the full terms of reference available on the inquiry webpage.

More information about the Committee, including membership, may be found on the Committee’s website.

Public hearing details

Date: Monday, 4 May 2026
Time: 10.00am – 1.00pm (Canberra time)
Location: Committee Room 2R2, Parliament House, Canberra

Watch on YouTube @AUSParliamentLive or ParlView.

Media inquiries

Lisa Jeffery
[email protected]
0427 178 623

For background information

Committee Secretariat
[email protected]
02 6277 4386

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