Re-imagine: what next? Online portal now live
Throughout September and October 2020, we invite you to engage with us via our online portal and through a series of online town hall discussions. We will bring together your thoughts and ideas and share these with you through a published summary of the findings.
First Nations music plays a critical role in Australia’s music identity
The future growth of the First Nations music sector requires First Nations artists to be at centre of dialogue and decision-making, Results from the Survey of First Nations Music Artists is out now.
Creating Our Future: Results of the National Arts Participation Survey
Learn more about the
fourth study in the landmark research series that explores Australians’
engagement with and attitudes towards the arts.
The Red Ochre Award: nominations now open
Nominations are now open for The Red Ochre Award for Lifetime Achievement. The award recognises both a senior male and female artist for their outstanding lifetime achievement in the arts and their contribution to the recognition of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander arts, both nationally and internationally.
First Nations Contemporary Music Program: applications now open
The First Nations Contemporary Music program is one of five programs under the Australian Music Industry Package announced in the 2019-2020 Budget. Learn more about the 2 funding streams: Musicians and Band Support, and First Nations Music Industry Partnerships.
ARIA-PPCA-Australia Council First Nations Sound Recording Partnership
The Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA) in partnership with the Phonographic Performance Company of Australia (PPCA) and the Australia Council for the Arts will deliver a grant partnership to support five First Nations Australian artists or groups to create new sound recordings.
What We Do
The Australia Council for the Arts is the Australian Government's arts funding and advisory body.
Our focus is on increasing the visibility of Australia's vibrant arts and culture, and recognising the evolving way that Australians make and experience art. Our role is to support the unimagined along with the reimagined, the unknown and experimental along with the keenly anticipated. We are a champion for Australian arts both here and overseas. We invest in artistic excellence through support for all facets of the creative process, and are committed to the arts being accessible to all Australians.
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Find a Grant in 2020
The Australia Council's new funding model is focused on making it easier and simpler to apply for grants.
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Stay up to date on Australia Council programs and projects.
Donate
The Australia Council is committed to growing the private, public and philanthropic funds available to support the arts.
Latest Research
The Australia Council for the Arts has released new research highlighting the important and growing role of the arts for international tourism to Australia.
Artist Stories
Read more about the arts and artists of our daily lives.
Frequently Asked Questions
For FAQ's relating to the grants model, please click here.
Acknowledgement of Country
The Australia Council for the Arts acknowledges the traditional owners of country throughout Australia and pays its respect to their Elders past and present.