Grants and Funding
Sobering but optimistic – AGSA Director Jason Smith takes stock in the face of change
AGSA Director Jason Smith speaks with ArtsHub about the realities of the role and how he is planning for the…
NSW Treasury pulls plug on creative Business Connect mentorship program
Despite outstanding results, a unique New South Wales program supporting creative businesses and freelancers is being wound up. ArtsHub speaks…
With ADC’s forced closure, CEO reflects on ambition and legacy
CEO Lisa Cahill reflects on Australian Design Centre in the wake of the organisation’s announced 2026 closure.
Australian Design Centre's closure confirmed, leaves NSW without craft and design platform
Thanks to reduced government funding, the Australian Design Centre has been forced to close its doors in 2026.
Best opportunities, grants and awards for creatives: 13-19 October 2025
Grants for Brisbane creatives and NFPs, music development program now open and more opportunities.
$2.4M in new funding for regional arts up for grabs
Minderoo Foundation bolsters Regional Arts Australia with $2.4m in new funding.
Strangled by superannuation: I'm a struggling artist, but I have to pay super
Sole trader creatives get the benefit of superannuation on the one hand, but are strangled by mandatory payments on the…
Best opportunities, grants and awards for creatives: 6–12 October 2025
SA lit awards, Contemporary Music Development Grants, Lunar Festival call-out and more opportunities.
Fact sheet: Superannuation for artists – what you need to know
What do changes in superannuation law mean for creative sole traders?
Best opportunities, grants and awards for creatives: 29 Sept to 5 Oct 2025
Two weeks to enter drawing prize, Create SA funding, Vigil Choir EOI and more opportunities.