Australia Council

‘Creative Australia will be built by what we do’
Key priorities of Creative Australia have been announced with more information on four new industry bodies.

National Cultural Policy revives unfamiliar hope
Is Revive a game-changer or simply a starting point? Whichever it is, the arts sector can now at least feel…

How an award encourages young artists to pay it forward
The Australia Council offers invaluable support to young artists who recognise not only their unique voice, but also the issues…

Is a writing career a viable option in Australia?
Funding cuts and the need for a living wage for writers figure strongly in the discussion about the future of…

Venice Biennale blockbusters to land in Sydney bigger and better
Two acclaimed works from the Venice Biennale will be reimagined for Sydney’s audience in 2023.

Writing doesn’t deliver a living wage says new Australia Council report
An Australian author’s average income is just $18,200 a year according to a new Australia Council survey.

A national body for First Nations arts and culture
A new report borne out of consultations with the sector will move forward the idea of a national body for…

A 50-year milestone for First Nations arts that looks to the future
Eldership, advocacy and gearing for the future, Purrumpa invites sector leaders and emerging voices to gather in a momentous celebration…

Arts offer the armour to battle Australia’s mental health crisis
The Australia Council is advocating for arts and culture to be at the centre of government approaches to tackling our…

Putting the arts in the Jobs and Skills Summit agenda
What the Jobs and Skills Summit means (or doesn't) for the arts' future employment opportunities.