🎶Funding is now open for WA musicians to take up career defining opportunities!

Jul 8, 2025, 09:00 AM

The WA Government extended its initial 2018 commitment of $3 million for a Contemporary Music Fund in 2021 with an additional $3 million over 4 years through to 2025.

From 1 July 2025, the WA Government will invest an additional $2.75 million to the WA contemporary music sector through to 2029. This includes a $1.5 million increase to competitive Contemporary Music Fund grants. 

The new Contemporary Music Fund (CMF) Development Program supports professional development, recording and promotion, and national, regional and international touring/showcasing opportunities for WA musicians and music industry professionals. 

WA musicians and music industry professionals can apply for up to $20,000 to take up career defining opportunities. 

The CMF Development Program is open from 8 July to 4 December 2025.