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NSW artists to receive $250,000 in commissions for metro project
Create NSW has issued a callout for 10 artists with $250,000 up for grabs to design glass panels for Sydney’s…

Applause: Latest funding and awards announced
Powerhouse Museum announces $100,000 fellowships grants for musicians, Stella Prize Winner announced, Carlew introduces Rapid Response Grants, and more.

On the Move: Latest sector appointments and departures
The Blue Room Theatre announces a change of leadership.

NSW Arts Minister Don Harwin resigns
NSW Arts Minister Don Harwin resigns after non compliance with COVID-19 isolation rules.

Federal Government announces $27M in targeted relief funding for arts
Indigenous Arts, Regional Arts and Support Act are the recipients of a targeted multi-million dollar package for the arts, but…

JobKeeper amendments for casuals voted down
The new funds released by the Morrison Government overnight is welcome news to the arts sector, but holes in the…

Job cuts hit publishing industry
Redundancies and reduced hours are being rolled out by publishers as they grapple with COVID-19.

Additional $375,000 in grants for creators announced
A COVID-19 support scheme from the Copyright Agency offers new commission opportunities, plus help for writers' festivals and online projects.

Urgent financial investment in the arts would ease four-year funding fallout
After the shock of Friday's announcement, arts leaders have called for greater investment in the arts in order to secure…

Applause: Latest funding and awards announced
Finalists for Fuse Glass Prize announced, Green Room Awards online success, Copyright Agency supports artists, plus more funding and awards…