Artists invited to apply for Catalyst
APPLICATIONS for funding under the new national arts fund called Catalyst are now open, and I encourage organisations in the region to consider what is on offer.The Catalyst – Australian Arts and Culture Fund is open to small, medium and large arts organisations at national, regional and community level.It will support projects that demonstrate innovation and increase access and participation in Australian cultural life, or that enhance our international reputation.There is a special emphasis on supporting projects in the regions.
Opportunity for rural arts leaders
ASPIRING arts leaders living in regional and rural Australia are invited to apply for a new scholarship to further develop their leadership skills.The Australia Council Scholarship will provide $150,000 over the next three years for three high-performing regional arts leaders to participate in the Australian Rural Leadership Program.This scholarship will allow a high-performing arts administrator or manager working in regional Australia to participate in a program to further develop their management skills and build networks with other regional leaders. I encourage any arts leaders to apply.