Policy
Hope for new arts funding in Victoria
Increased arts funding in Victoria is on the agenda for the Minister, delegates at ArtsHub 2016 Conference were promised.
$18 million culture proposal to improve social cohesion
A feasibility study has recommended the construction of a House of World Cultures to address declining social cohesion in Victoria.
New warrant would allow police to seize museum artefacts
A new model proposed by a government review would give museums clearer public accountability and reduce the chances of another…
Minister moots new specialist high school for art
The Federal Minister for the Arts will investigate opening a new specialist secondary school, as part of a push to…
Australia needs a Charter for the Arts
An Australian Charter for the Arts has been proposed in the wake of last year’s government cuts to the arts.…
Landmark study measures healthy dose of the arts
You know you should have half an hour’s exercise five times a week to be physically fit. But how much…
Marcus Westbury to shape new arts precinct
The founder of Renew Newcastle will head up a ground-breaking social and cultural enterprise.
Timeline 2015: a step by step guide to the year in arts and politics
How did we get here? Take time to catch up on how politics impacted on the arts in 2015 and…
What to do when facing an uncertain future at work
We live in uncertain times, as Australia Council employees know only to well, so you need a plan beyond your…
How to be an effective arts advocate
You don’t have to be a well-paid political lobbyist or have a weekly radio program to be an arts advocate.…