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Information for artists, organisers and industry. Find funding, support, communities and more.
Future Remains, Sydney Chamber Opera and Sydney Festival. Photo: Lisa Tomasetti
Arts and culture information
Get funding and support for arts and culture
Create NSW provides funding and support to artists, art practitioners and organisations across metro and regional NSW. Access grants, support and services.
First Nations NSW Artists and Organisations Hub
Showcasing some of the amazing Aboriginal arts, artists and organisations that make up the incredible culture here in NSW.
Create NSW
Create NSW is the NSW Government’s arts and cultural driver, which brings together arts, screen and culture functions in an integrated entity.
Latest arts and culture updates
Ministerial media release
Communities across regional NSW will benefit from a strategy to support arts and culture, and grow cultural tourism in regional NSW.
Ministerial media release
The Minns Labor Government is delivering a full calendar of events for locals and visitors to help drive our visitor economy and for the first time on record – every NSW venue will host at least one major event over the weekend.
Ministerial media release
A bold and vibrant red illuminated the sails of the iconic Sydney Opera House on Thursday night to mark the Year of the Horse as part of a Lunar New Year event hosted by the NSW Premier and Minister for Multiculturalism.
Media release
The talents of 62 HSC Drama graduates officially launched the performing arts showcase over the weekend, with a total of 161 students set to share their creativity with the public over the coming weeks.
Media release
Aboriginal groups and community organisations across NSW are invited to apply for grants to support local NAIDOC events and activities.
Apply for grants and funding
Upcoming events
Recent arts and culture publications
Report
A plan to bridge gaps, support creative collaborations and activate local support for the arts.
FAQ
Find answers to common questions to assist with the Regional NSW Strategic Partnerships Program.
Report
This annual report outlines the scale, composition and key trends shaping NSW’s night-time economy.
FAQ
Find answers to commonly asked questions abut the All-Ages Live Music Venue Program.
Fact sheet, Guide
General information and feedback for grant applicants, provided by the Touring Advisory Panel assessors.