The Hon Tony Burke MP

A new chapter in Australia’s cultural story has begun.

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.

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.

Thanks so much. It’s a real pleasure to be able to be addressing you here this morning and to be joining you on Jinibara land. I want to acknowledge Elders past and present and a reminder of what always was and always will be.

The New Year will bring a new era for Australia’s arts, entertainment and cultural sector.

The Albanese Labor Government is supporting arts and cultural festivals in regional communities across Australia.

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…

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.

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.

The Prime Minister’s Literary Awards recognises the best of Australian literature and celebrates writing as a valuable cultural and intellectual influence.