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Is Darwin a ‘forgotten literary capital?’: New project to bring the city into national literary spotlight

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Darwin is often written out of the conversation about Australia’s literary prowess, but a new research project aims to turn the page on this reputation and bring the Territory’s capital city into the spotlight.  The project, Re-Mapping the Lost Literary Capital: Darwin/Larrakia Nation, will uncover the scores of novels, plays, short stories, poems, and genre fiction … Continued

Announcing Australia’s artist and curator for the 2026 Venice Biennale

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Creative Australia announces award-winning multidisciplinary artist Khaled Sabsabi and esteemed curator Michael Dagostino as the artistic team to represent Australia at the 61st International Art Exhibition – La Biennale di Venezia. Their collaboration will bring an exhibition to the Australia Pavilion that hopes to build empathy and connection between all people. For more than 35 … Continued

Creative Australia delivers a matched funding boost for artists

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Creative Australia has announced the latest recipients of investment through ACF Boost, an innovative matched funding initiative offered through the Australian Cultural Fund (ACF).   This investment of $160,000 will support 32 creative projects spanning literature, performing arts, music, visual arts, film, and design, and includes recipients from all states and territories. The initiative is … Continued

UNSW School of the Arts & Media Announces 2024/25 Alumni Creative Residency Recipients

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UNSW’s School of the Arts & Media (SAM) has awarded its 2024/25 Alumni Creative Residency to two exciting and innovative alumni artists – Alexandra Tálamo and Betty Grumble. The residency provides recipients with access to UNSW’s state-of-the-art facilities and expert support to develop innovative creative projects.   Alexandra Tálamo will develop a multi-disciplinary work exploring … Continued

Media Release: Bringing touring performing arts to audiences across the country

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Creative Australia will invest close to $2.8 million ($2,784,070) to support nine projects through its regional performing arts touring program, Playing Australia. The investment will support performances in 112 locations across the country, with the majority of performances taking place in regional or remote communities. Among the highlights, Saltbush, a tour of First Nations dance … Continued

On the record: Music Australia releases the inaugural Record Label Development Scheme recipients

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Music Australia has announced the recipients of the Record Label Development Scheme, a groundbreaking initiative which aims to support Australian labels actively nurturing and promoting Australian talent. The $1,732,000 investment will support 23 record labels, varying from local independents to major label Australian subsidiaries, for the creation of new professional recordings, digital content and artwork, … Continued

Tiny Artworks, Big Impact

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Arts in Greater Dandenong is delighted to announce the launch of the 9 by 5 Exhibition, an inspiring event that continues a legacy of creativity dating back to 1889.   Showcasing over 200 captivating works created by artists on nine by five-inch boards.  Works will span the gamut of mediums, from painting to textiles, photography to … Continued

Media Release: Strengthening the music industry’s core: Music Australia invests over $2 million into contemporary music sector organisations

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Music Australia has announced the recipients of its inaugural Core Contribution Fund, designed to support the core operations of Australian organisations providing services to the contemporary music industry.   The investment will support 17 organisations to strengthen core operations and staffing, administrative and running costs, and professional skills development for artists and arts workers. It … Continued