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Music workshops share learnings on Indigenous Cultural Intellectual Property
Oct 9, 2024
More than 170 participants took part in free workshops offered to music creators and organisations in Boorloo (Perth) covering the Australian Music Centre’s Indigenous Cultural Intellectual Property (ICIP) Policy.
Redevelopment to allow iconic Perth Concert Hall to shine
Sep 26, 2024
The $150.3 million redevelopment of the much-loved Perth Concert Hall is set to begin in early 2025, to restore the building's architectural legacy, preserve its renowned acoustics and enhance connections to the surrounding forecourts.
Awesome merger to stimulate the imagination of young minds
Sep 25, 2024
Two arts organisations that focus on stimulating the creativity and imagination of Western Australia's youth are merging to increase their impact and expand their reach.
WA arts organisations share $1.32 million in WA Government grants
Sep 19, 2024
A total of $1.32 million in grants awarded to support 22 innovative arts organisation-led projects across Western Australia.
Funding strengthens rich storytelling culture
Sep 9, 2024
A new round of funding will support the gestation and birth of unique Western Australian Aboriginal stories, while also supporting the groups who tell them.
CinePlay production receives funding to tour WA
Aug 9, 2024
A unique stage production combining live theatre and cinematography will be experienced by more audiences across Western Australia thanks to $149,712 from the State Government.
Next up for regional WA: RACIP funding for emerging creatives
Aug 7, 2024
Emerging regional artists and creative professionals are set to benefit from the latest round of funding delivered through the Regional Arts and Cultural Investment Program (RACIP).
Funding supports budding creatives at school
Jul 29, 2024
Budding young authors and illustrators from East Victoria Park Primary School and Education Support Centre have been able to create and publish their books thanks to a $37,354 Creativity for Schools program grant.
School grants support sharing of Aboriginal cultures and histories
Jul 18, 2024
Students across the State from Albany to Exmouth and Fitzroy Crossing are benefitting from $796,000 in grants from the Partnership Acceptance Learning Sharing (PALS) program.
World-renowned street-artist’s Perth exhibition
Jun 27, 2024
A must-see attraction this winter — Perth welcomes an immersive art exhibition by globally acclaimed street artist Rone in the latest cultural event supported by the State Government.
New appointment for the Arts and Culture Trust Board
May 24, 2024
The Arts and Culture Trust is pleased to welcome a new member to our Board.
Funding to support connection to country in WA communities
May 13, 2024
The State Government’s Connecting to Country grant program is continuing to support Western Australia’s Aboriginal people and organisations to transfer knowledge between generations and preserve culture – 20 projects will each receive up to $25,000 this year.
Emerging talent in spotlight for Revealed 2024 art exhibition
May 6, 2024
When Revealed 2024 opens its doors on 9 May, visitors to the Aboriginal Art Exhibition at Fremantle Arts Centre will have the opportunity to see more than 150 pieces from some of WA’s finest First Nations artists.
Three million dollars in grants for arts and culture projects in WA
May 1, 2024
75 community organisations, groups and individuals across Western Australia will benefit from $3,107,488 in grants to support arts, music, and cultural projects and events in WA via 2 funding streams.
School funding to advance the journey of Aboriginal reconciliation
Apr 10, 2024
Advancing and promoting Aboriginal reconciliation in the community through WA school and kindergarten projects is the aim of a DLGSC program which is currently offering a total of $799,000 in grants.
Contract awarded for Albany Entertainment Centre works
Mar 26, 2024
The State Government has awarded the contract for important roof repairs at the iconic Albany Entertainment Centre, with Colab Construction to start work soon.
More than $1.3 million in grants for regional performing arts
Mar 8, 2024
Eleven regional performing arts organisations will receive more than $1.3 million between them to support touring and reaching audiences in WA’s regions.
School funding for students to foster creative learning skills
Dec 21, 2023
Encouraging creative learning and critical thinking are at the heart of the latest financial support provided by the DLGSC for an extensive range of projects that will improve the skills and talents of Western Australian children and young people.
Supporting a thriving arts and culture sector in WA
Oct 18, 2023
With the aim of ensuring a thriving cultural and creative industry, the State Government is providing organisational funding to Western Australia's peak arts and culture body, the Chamber of Arts and Culture, over the next 2 years.
Funding boost for WA’s diverse contemporary music scene
Feb 21, 2023
Three exciting Western Australian music acts will have greater opportunities to shine in 2023, sharing in more than $130,000 State Government funding.
FRINGE WORLD 2023 launches with feel good vibes
Jan 20, 2023
FRINGE WORLD Festival is back, providing a stage for arts and culture to thrive in Perth, with funding assistance from the State Government.
Thirteen innovative arts projects share $668,353 funding
Jan 6, 2023
The State Government has delivered funding for 13 new Western Australian arts projects through the Arts 15k-plus program.
New funding program to support Aboriginal arts and culture sector
Nov 15, 2022
A new funding program offering Aboriginal Business Development and Capacity Building Grants has opened to support the Indigenous arts and culture sector in Western Australia.
Grant program supports connection to country, community, culture
Oct 18, 2022
Applications are now open for grants to support Aboriginal people and organisations to undertake activities that foster links between community, country and culture.
Arts grant program record broken as $830,000 goes to 17 applicants
Jul 5, 2022
Seventeen Western Australian artists and organisations will share in $830,000 in funding through the latest round of the State Government's Arts 15k-plus grants program.
Changes to application deadlines for some culture and the arts grants
May 24, 2022
There are some important dates to remember if you’re planning to apply to some of the department’s culture and the arts grant programs.
Prestigious WA arts and culture award calls for public nominations
Mar 8, 2022
The State Government is proud to bestow the State Cultural Treasures Awards (formerly State Living Treasures) in 2022.
Grants programs supporting regional culture and arts
Jul 19, 2021
The State Government will open three culture and arts grants programs on July 27, 2021 as part of the Regional Arts and Cultural Investment Program (RACIP), providing a funding boost to regional Western Australia's vibrant culture and arts sector.
New program to get the show back on the road
Jun 29, 2021
A new shared risk program to reactivate live performances and touring activity is opening soon, creating more opportunities for employment and venue activation in the arts industry, building on recent announcements about increased capacity limits for arts venues.
Arts and Culture Trust Bill reintroduced
Jun 24, 2021
The Arts and Culture Trust Bill has been reintroduced to State Parliament.
Live events risk-share program expanded
Jun 22, 2021
The successful Getting the Show back on the Road risk-share program has been expanded.
Funding available for upgrades to regional galleries
Jun 3, 2021
Public galleries in regional Western Australia can apply for funding from $2500 to $50,000 for minor or major scale upgrades and support through the Public Regional Galleries Improvement Fund.
Changes to application deadlines for some culture and the arts grants
May 25, 2021
There are some important dates to remember if you’re planning to apply to some of the department’s culture and the arts grant programs.
The Alternative Archive gives unique insight into local voices
May 14, 2021
Diverse artistic voices from across the State are being celebrated with the opening of The Alternative Archive survey exhibition in Perth.
Limitations during State of Emergency
Apr 29, 2021
Although we are fortunate to be in a period of recovery, we take this opportunity to remind everyone that WA remains in a State of Emergency.
COVID-19 Audience Outlook Monitor – March 2021 results out now
Apr 16, 2021
After months of low COVID-19 cases, Western Australians are confident returning to arts and cultural events – and many are making firm plans to do so.
Historic balconies at His Majesty’s Theatre to be restored
Apr 14, 2021
Visitors to His Majesty's Theatre will soon be able to walk along the balconies and verandahs as part of further upgrades at the historic performing arts venue.
Explore WA’s cultural and creative spaces with the WA Cultural Infrastructure Map
Mar 25, 2021
The WA Cultural Infrastructure Map identifies existing cultural and creative spaces across the State.
Grants continue recovery of WA’s arts and culture sector
Mar 23, 2021
WA’s vibrant arts and culture sector continues to receive support from the State Government, with 17 projects representing a variety of disciplines sharing in more than $709,000 from two grants programs.
Regional festivals receive funding boost
Jan 28, 2021
A writers' festival in Geraldton, community sculpture in Esperance, and a series of astro-photography activities in Mount Magnet are some of the vibrant initiatives receiving funding from the latest round of the Regional and Remote Festivals Fund.
WA-first Cultural Infrastructure Framework released
Dec 17, 2020
The State Government has released the first ever Cultural Infrastructure Framework for WA, outlining a roadmap for holistic cultural infrastructure planning and investment in the State until 2030 and beyond.
Get ready to binge on FRINGE, as tickets go on sale today
Nov 12, 2020
It is almost that time of year, FRINGE WORLD 2021 is coming and is set to be a bonanza of Western Australian creative and artistic talent.
Funding to reignite WA theatre activity
Nov 5, 2020
Perth will be buzzing with new local theatre next year thanks to funding for three upcoming productions through the Western Australian Theatre Development Initiative (WATDI).
Funding provides opportunities to Great Southern theatre artists
Nov 5, 2020
A satirical musical theatre piece will be presented at the recently renovated Albany Town Hall, thanks to funding from the State Government's Western Australian Theatre Development Initiative (WATDI).
Updates to the COVID Event Plans process for high risk events
Nov 2, 2020
Event organisers and local governments should be aware of the following important information regarding submission of high risk COVID Event Plans to the Department of Health, including mandatory cut-off dates for those events occurring in December and January.
Landmark project to map Pilbara’s Aboriginal art movement
Oct 8, 2020
A new landmark project will map the Pilbara Aboriginal art movement for the first time, providing insight into the development of the region's unique Aboriginal art, artists and art centres.
DLGSC and Lotterywest Creative Communities COVID-19 Recovery Program – coming soon
Aug 6, 2020
The arts play a significant role in supporting communities to tackle disruption and re-establish local connection, strength and resilience beyond the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Massive $76 million recovery package to support culture and arts in WA
Aug 6, 2020
Western Australia's iconic Perth Concert Hall is set to receive a $30 million upgrade and investment over the next three years as part of the State Government's WA Recovery Plan.
COVID-19 Creative Industries Impact Survey – available now
Aug 4, 2020
The department is conducting a targeted survey to assess COVID-19 impacts on employment and revenue in the creative industries in Western Australia.
$1 million program to rekindle regional arts
Jul 1, 2020
A new $1 million grant program will provide vital funding to support ongoing creative and cultural activity in Western Australia's regions.
Continued investment into regional film production
Jun 16, 2020
Screen production in Western Australia's spectacular regions has received a $16 million investment over the next four years through the State Government.
Culture and the arts online grant system upgrades
Jun 11, 2020
The DLGSC culture and the arts online grant system will undergo system maintenance and upgrades later this month. If you’re planning to apply for a grant, there are some important dates to remember.
The lights go up at Albany Entertainment Centre
Jun 10, 2020
The Albany Entertainment Centre (AEC) will reopen to audiences on June 18 with the first of the Harbourside Concert Series, known locally as Harbourside.
New platform promoting treasures from across WA goes live
Jun 10, 2020
Collections WA is live.
New jobs on offer at the New Museum
Jun 3, 2020
The New Museum for Western Australia is on track to open in the Perth Cultural Centre in November 2020, and there are up to 30 new permanent positions advertised for frontline Visitor Services staff, plus a pool of casual staff.
Support for WA artists through $1.5 million COVID support program
May 25, 2020
The State Government has approved a $1.5 million support package, developed by the Art Gallery of Western Australia's Board and the Art Gallery's Foundation, to help Western Australian artists during the COVID-19 emergency.
COVID-19 Audience Outlook Monitor
May 19, 2020
Six government agencies are collaborating with researchers to track how Australian audiences feel about attending arts and culture events in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic.
State Library reopens - Welcome home
May 18, 2020
The State Library of Western Australia has today (May 18) reopened its doors to the public after being closed for 56 days.
COVID-19 Easing of restrictions – Further information for Public Libraries
May 15, 2020
LG Alert
The State Government has announced the easing of restrictions (phase 2) commencing Monday, 18 May 2020.
Local government sector urged to take leadership role
May 12, 2020
LG Alert
The local government sector has a key role to play in the Phase 2 easing of restrictions and in helping communities get back on their feet and the economy back on track.
Update on DLGSC culture and the arts grants due to COVID-19
May 5, 2020
The Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries is working on a range of options to assist arts and cultural organisations and independent artists dealing with the impact of COVID-19.
Funding to continue support for regional arts community
Apr 9, 2020
The State Government will invest $2.1 million over the next three years to ensure the continuity of grant funding for regional organisations and individuals delivering arts and cultural activities in their communities.
$159m COVID-19 Relief Fund to provide crisis support
Mar 30, 2020
Premier Mark McGowan and Lotterywest have today established a $159 million COVID-19 relief fund to provide support to organisations that are helping people experiencing hardship.
New body to oversee WA's cultural assets
Mar 12, 2020
The State Government has introduced legislation to Parliament to establish a new body to oversee Western Australia's theatre venues and other cultural assets.
Arts, culture and heritage strategy for the Great Southern
Feb 24, 2020
Government organisations and community will collaborate to develop an arts, culture and heritage strategy for the Great Southern region, thanks to a $50,000 investment from the Regional Arts and Culture Investment Program (RACIP).
Changes to draft reviews for culture and the arts 15k-plus grant programs
Jan 22, 2020
The department has changed the way applications are reviewed for Arts 15k-plus and the 15k-plus category of the Contemporary Music Fund Grant Program.
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23 August 2023
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