The reimagined Geelong Performing Arts centre. Image via gpac.org.au.
Released yesterday (Monday 28 May), the 2019-20 Victorian Budget includes $225.5 million in new initiatives for the creative sector, including a $6.4 million package supporting programs and events benefiting independent artists and small organisations, including the Music Works grants programs, the Creators Fund, MPavilion, Dance Massive and AsiaTOPA 2020.