07
Feb
2023
National Portrait Gallery Director appointment
The Albanese Government has today announced the appointment of Ms Bree Pickering as Director of the National Portrait Gallery of Australia for a five-year term beginning April 11.
31
Jan
2023
Peter Farrelly’s ‘Ricky Stanicky’ to create over 400 Australian screen jobs as filming begins in Melbourne
The latest Hollywood film attracted down under through the Australian Government’s Location Incentive will create more than 400 jobs for local cast and crew.
30
Jan
2023
Revive: Australia's New National Cultural Policy
A new chapter in Australia’s cultural story has begun.
24
Jan
2023
Museum of Australian Democracy Director appointment
The Albanese Government has announced the appointment of Ms Stephanie Bull as Director of the Museum of Australian Democracy (MoAD) at Old Parliament House for a five-year term, beginning on 22 February.
17
Jan
2023
Death of Renée Geyer
Australia has lost an incredible voice and talent today with the passing of Renée Geyer, at the age of 69.
Renée was a legend, a pioneer, and as authentic as they come.
27
Dec
2022
National Cultural Policy Launch
The New Year will bring a new era for Australia’s arts, entertainment and cultural sector.
27
Dec
2022
In the spotlight: Support for festivals in Regional Australia
The Albanese Labor Government is supporting arts and cultural festivals in regional communities across Australia.
23
Dec
2022
First Nations language partnerships to help Close the Gap
As part of its commitment to Closing the Gap, the Albanese Labor Government is delivering more than $4 million towards a pilot program which will establish partnerships between Indigenous language centres and local service deli
16
Dec
2022
Statement on death of Robert Adamson
My heart goes out to the family, friends and members of our literature community as we mourn the loss of one of Australia’s greatest poets and publishers, Robert Adamson, aged 79.
16
Dec
2022
First Nations voices to deepen national cultural identity
The Albanese Labor Government is committed to amplifying the voices of experienced and diverse First Nations peoples at all levels of our arts, entertainment and cultural sectors.
13
Dec
2022
Protecting traditional knowledge and cultural expressions through arts and crafts
For too long, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists and businesses have been disadvantaged by the sale of inauthentic arts and crafts, which leads to cultural and economic harm.
13
Dec
2022
Prime Minister's Literary Awards celebrate creative excellence
The Prime Minister’s Literary Awards recognises the best of Australian literature and celebrates writing as a valuable cultural and intellectual influence.
09
Dec
2022
Exhibitions on tour to boost regional arts and culture
The Albanese Labor Government has committed more than $1.1 million to support six innovative art exhibitions across regional and remote communities through the latest round of the Visions of Australia Program.
08
Dec
2022
Old Parliament House Board enriched with experience
The Albanese Labor Government has today announced the reappointment of Mr Bernard Wright AO as the Deputy Chair of the Old Parliament House Board for a further two‑year term.
22
Nov
2022
Board appointments to enhance telling Australian stories
The Albanese Labor Government is today strengthening Australian storytelling – announcing the appointments of Ms Marta Dusseldorp, Ms Sacha Horler and Mr Nicholas Pickard as members of the Screen Australia Board, each for three