News: Culture
Western Australia’s Screen Industry secures funding boost of $5 million
The Western Australian Government has invested $5 million, delivered through Screenwest, to fast-track growth in key sectors of the local screen industry ahead of the opening of...
Jul 3, 2025
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Creative Australia releases external review into its decision process for 2026 Venice Biennale
Following the reinstatement of renowned Lebanese Australian artist Khaled Sabsabi as Australia's representative at the 2026 Venice Biennale - almost six months after he was...
Jul 2, 2025
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PCYC Broken Hill marks 80 years of delivering positive community impact
This month, the PCYC Club on Gypsum Street in Broken Hill is celebrating a major milestone - 80 years of positively impacting the community, with more than 500 active members....
Jul 2, 2025
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Construction tender opens for Arnhem Land’s new Djómi Museum
With the design now complete of the new Djómi Museum project in Maningrida - one of the largest remote towns in the Northern Territory - a tender for construction of the museum...
Jul 2, 2025
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Kakadu’s Cooinda Lodge celebrates NAIDOC week with emphasis on engaging younger generations
Kakadu National Park’s Cooinda Lodge is marking NAIDOC week from 5th July to 12th July by inviting visitors to celebrate the region’s deep Aboriginal heritage. The theme of...
Jul 1, 2025
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Newcastle's Victoria Theatre among NSW heritage sites to secure funding
The NSW Government has awarded a record $8.65 million to 140 grant recipients to boost the protection and restoration of heritage sites across the state, under the 2025-27 NSW...
Jun 30, 2025
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Refurbishment on Fremantle Town Hall balcony increases venue's capacity
The $600,000 refurbishment project to upgrade the Fremantle Town Hall balcony area and increase the venue's capacity is now complete. Builders from heritage restoration...
Jun 29, 2025
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Independent valuation of $145 million boosts Newcastle Art Gallery Collection
An independent valuation of $145 million places Newcastle Art Gallery as home to the most valuable public art collection in Australia outside of a capital city. This is an...
Jun 29, 2025
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Funding approved for 137 projects celebrating Sydney's culture and creativity
The City of Sydney has approved a major funding boost of more than $4.5 million for 137 projects that will celebrate Sydney's culture and creativity, support the local economy,...
Jun 29, 2025
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Vivid Sydney calls for creatives from across globe to help shape 2026 program
The NSW Government, through Destination NSW, is seeking ideas from creators, producers, thought leaders and innovators from across the globe to help shape the 2026 program for...
Jun 28, 2025
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Arts Leader Julian Hobba announced as new Executive Director of Adelaide Festival
The Adelaide Festival Board has appointed arts leader Julian Hobba as its new Executive Director, effective September 2025. A proud South Australian, Hobba joins Adelaide...
Jun 26, 2025
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CircusWA and Fremantle Press secure new creative hub
Two Fremantle arts organisations - CircusWA and the Fremantle Press - have secured a new home, with support from the Western Australian Government. The Fremantle Press is a...
Jun 26, 2025
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Micro music festival to activate array of spaces throughout Lake Macquarie
The Lake Mac Micro Festival which will include a mix of established and emerging artists, will deliver 14 performances across seven venues - bringing people together,...
Jun 25, 2025
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Richard Crookes Constructions awarded contract for Powerhouse Museum Ultimo Revitalisation
The NSW Government has awarded Richard Crookes Constructions the main works contract to deliver the $300 million heritage revitalisation of the Powerhouse Museum in Ultimo. NSW...
Jun 25, 2025
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Creative Australia awards $2 million to National Touring programs
Creative Australia is investing more than $2 million in supporting 31 projects to bring live performances to audiences across Australia, particularly in regional and remote...
Jun 25, 2025
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Penrith NAIDOC event to celebrate and recognise First Nations communities
Penrith NAIDOC Event is returning to Jamison Park on 11th July with Council this year having created the event program in consultation with First Nations people, paying respect...
Jun 25, 2025
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John Moriarty Football program secures top award for its Aboriginal-designed and led innovation
Established in 2012 by not-for-profit organisation, Moriarty Foundation, the John Moriarty Football program that uses football (soccer) to support health and education outcomes...
Jun 25, 2025
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MusicNT to launch new Music Export Fund
Northern Territory musicians will have greater access to national and international stages following the Territory Government providing $100,000 to MusicNT to launch a new Music...
Jun 25, 2025
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Northern Territory Aboriginal owned businesses can now access funding for technology and infrastructure
The Northern Territory Government’s Aboriginal Tourism Grant Program Round 9 has opened allowing Teritory Aboriginal owned businesses to access funding to develop or enhance...
Jun 25, 2025
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Local residents object to plans for Taronga Zoo's new Sky Safari
Taronga Zoo recently revealed plans for a new Sky Safari cable car system are reported to have generated objections from local residents over the height of its pylons. Replacing...
Jun 24, 2025
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Northern Territory looks to boost tourism with focus on military history and new experiences
Military heritage tourism has, for the first time, been allocated its own dedicated funding stream under Round 9 of the Northern Territory Government’s Visitor Experience...
Jun 24, 2025
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Mildura Council gains recognition for its gender equity in sport program
Mildura Rural City Council has secured a 2025 LGPro Award for Excellence for its delivery of the Victorian Government-funded ‘Gendering in a New Era In Mildura Sports’ program...
Jun 22, 2025
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National Art School announces dynamic program of art and music during NAIDOC Week
The National Art School (NAS) has announced a dynamic program of public events for its major new exhibition, ‘The Neighbour at the Gate’, presented at NAS Galleries, opening...
Jun 19, 2025
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Recipients announced for 2025 Sunshine Coast Biosphere Community Awards
140 nominees were recognised today at the 2025 Sunshine Coast Biosphere Community Awards, held at Maroochy RSL. The awards celebrate individuals and organisations who embody the...
Jun 19, 2025
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