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Australian Chamber Orchestra, Beethoven 9. Photograph: Jon Frank, 2008.

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© Arts NSW 2013 Arts NSW allows this material to be reproduced for education or non-commercial purposes providing the meaning is unchanged and its source is acknowledged. Arts NSW Trade & Investment PO Box A226 Sydney NSW 1235 Ph 02 8218 2222 (switchboard) Fax 02 8218 2246 Freecall 1800 358 594 (NSW only) ABN 72189919072 www.arts.nsw.gov.au This Guide is printed on paper using fibre supplied from plantation or sustainability managed forests that is 55% recycled and is certified by the The Forest Stewardship Council of Australia.

Cover images: Kristina Chan in Supermodern: Dance of Distraction by Anton at the Riverside Theatres. Photograph: Tim Thatcher, 2012. Inside front cover: Australian Chamber Orchestra, Beethoven 9. Photograph: Jon Frank, 2008. Part 1: Sarah-Jane Norman, 'The Rivers Children' from Unsettling Suite at Carriageworks, 2013. Photograph: Heidrun Löhr, 2012. Part 2: He Xiangyu, Cola Project, 2012, installation view, 4a Centre for Contemporary Asian Art, Sydney and White Space, Beijing. Photograph: Zan Wimberley, 2012. Part 3: Mark Dessaix, Gideon Cordover, Carl Batchelor in The Bugalugs Bum Thief, by Monkey Baa Theatre Company at Darling Quarter Theatre. Photograph: Heidrun Löhr, 2012. Part 4: Beyond the Square, See in Me, at Riverside Theatres. Photograph: Heidrun Löhr, 2013. Part 5: The Spectral Committee, Haunted Museum, Cementa 13 Festival, Kandos, NSW. Photograph: Warren Armstrong, 2013. Inside back cover: Candy Royale, Violence, The Red Room Company, 2012. Photograph: Nicola Bailey

Disclaimer Every effort has been made to ensure that this publication is free from error and/or omission at the date of publication. The authors, the publisher and any person involved in the preparation of this publication take no responsibility for loss occasioned to any person acting or refraining from action as a result of information contained herein.

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Category

Closing Dates

Program Funding Annual Program Funding Multi-year Program Funding (invitation only)

Monday 24 June Not offered in 2014#

Project Funding Artist Support (formerly Quick Response) New Projects Young People

Monday 2 September Monday 15 July Monday 22 July

Regional Project Funding Aboriginal Regional Arts Fund Performing Arts Touring Regional Capital Regional Conservatorium Regional Partnerships

Early 2014 Monday 1 July Monday 22 July Monday 8 July Thursday 11 July

Professional Development and Awards Fellowships NSW Premier’s Literary Awards NSW Premier’s History Awards

Various, go to www.arts.nsw.gov.au Various, go to www.sl.nsw.gov.au Various, go to www.sl.nsw.gov.au

Strategic Support Aboriginal Quick Response

Open dated

Arts NSW Devolved Funding Amplify your Art Asialink Arts Residency Collection Documentation Grants Community Band Development Grants Country Arts Support Program Cultural Grants Program for Local History Research and Publication Curatorial Support Initiative Fellowship, Mentorship and Placement Program Indent Partnership Grants Museum Advisor Program Music NSW Quick Response Program NSW Artists’ Grants Program Prop Ups Quick Response Grants Program Regional Museum Network Project Standards Program Volunteer Initiated Museums (VIM) Grant Program

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Message from the Minister for the Arts The NSW Government is committed to providing continuing support to the State’s arts and cultural sectors to enrich the lives of our citizens. By supporting artists and arts and cultural activities, the 2014 NSW Arts Funding Program will help grow a creative, diverse and strong sector that not only encourages excellence and innovation but also boosts our economy. Arts NSW offers a range of funding programs to support artists and arts organisations through its annual Arts Funding Program. The program spans all art forms to encourage excellence, develop innovative ideas, build audience participation, support professional and sector development, and increase access to the arts for all.

This review is part of the terms of reference for development of the first NSW Arts and Cultural Policy which will help ensure our State remains Australia’s creative capital. The review will evaluate the current program taking into consideration evolving policy frameworks, funding priorities and pressures, and the needs and expectations of our diverse stakeholder base. It will inform recommendations for a revised 2015 program shaped to meet contemporary needs, however it will not affect the 2014 program, which this guide references. I invite and encourage all eligible individuals and organisations to apply for assistance under the 2014 Arts Funding Program and help contribute to a more vibrant NSW. George Souris MP Minister for Tourism, Major Events, Hospitality and Racing Minister for the Arts

Arts NSW will conduct a review of its Arts Funding Program in 2013 to examine a range of opportunities to strengthen and improve support to the sector, including structure and administration, effectiveness of funding, and governance models.

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Contents Closing dates Message from the Minister for the Arts

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Part One General Information

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Introduction 08 Priority areas and policy directions 08 Arts Funding Program Review 10 Before you start 10 Part Two Funding Categories

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Program Funding 12 Annual Program Funding 12 Multi-year Program Funding 13 Project Funding 14 Artist Support (formerly Quick Response) 14 New Projects 16 Young People 18 Regional Project Funding 20 Aboriginal Regional Arts Fund 20 Performing Arts Touring 22 Regional Capital 23 Regional Conservatorium 25 Regional Partnerships 26 Professional Development and Awards 28 Fellowships 28 Awards 28 Strategic Support 29 Aboriginal Arts and Culture 29 Aboriginal Quick Response 29

Part Three Information for applicants

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Eligibility 32 Auspicing 36 Application limits 36 How to apply 38 Assessment criteria 38 Support material 43 Assessment process 44 Part Four Devolved Funding

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Amplify Your Art Asialink Arts Residency Program Collection Documentation Grants Community Band Development Grants Country Arts Support Program (CASP) Cultural Grants Program for Local History Research and Publication Curatorial Support Initiative Grants (CSI) Fellowship, Mentorship and Placement Program Indent Partnership Grants Museum Advisor Program MusicNSW Quick Response Program NSW Artists’ Grant Program Prop Ups Quick Response Grants Program Regional Museum Network Project Standards Program Volunteer Initiated Museums (VIM) Grant Program

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Part Five Supporting Information

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Advisory sources and resources 54 Glossary 60 ABS Region and Local Government Areas 64 Arts NSW staff 65 Assistance for people with disability 66 Interpreting assistance 66

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Unsettling Suite, 2013. Sarah-Jane Norman. Photo Heidrun Löhr

Part One

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Introduction

Priority areas and policy directions

This funding guide contains information about the funding offered by the NSW Government’s arts funding and policy body, Arts NSW, through its annual Arts Funding Program (AFP).

NSW 2021: A Plan to Make NSW Number One outlines the NSW Government’s agenda for the next ten years and guides the Government’s policy and budget decision making.

The 2014 AFP offers a range of opportunities that support artists and arts and cultural organisations in NSW.

NSW 2021 recognises that arts and culture play an invaluable role in strengthening communities, particularly in regional areas, through engaging and connecting people, and by facilitating interaction and collaboration that allow arts and creative businesses to develop.

Applications are invited from NSW arts and cultural organisations and NSW-based professional arts practitioners working across all art forms and disciplines. Applications for the 2014 AFP are made in 2013, for programs and projects taking place in 2014. Applications for Artist Support, Devolved Funding, Strategic Support and Professional Development may be eligible to commence in 2013. Whether you are a first-time applicant or have previous experience applying for funding with Arts NSW, you will find important information to assist you with your application within this guide. We highly recommend you read this guide before starting an application and talk to Arts NSW staff or visit our website if you require further advice.

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It also recognises the significant contribution of the digital and visitor economy to NSW, including cultural tourism. Support for arts and culture in NSW is therefore important for boosting growth and creating vibrant and liveable centres. The 2014 Arts Funding Program seeks to promote: A creative and diverse arts and cultural sector The NSW Government invests in artistic excellence and professional development and encourages innovation by artists and arts and cultural organisations. The AFP supports new artistic work across all art forms and disciplines, and organisations that are innovative in attracting new audiences.

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Audience development and participation The NSW Government aims to increase the number of opportunities for arts and cultural participation across NSW. Organisations must have strategies for building audiences, building community engagement in arts and cultural activities, and/or building appreciation of art forms.

The Arts Funding Program supports new artistic work across all art forms and disciplines, and organisations that are attracting new audiences.

Of particular importance are strategies that engage people as creators, participants and audiences through programs and projects that focus on: – Communities in regional NSW – Communities in Western Sydney – Aboriginal arts and cultural activities (see The NSW Aboriginal Arts and Cultural Strategy) – Culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) arts and cultural activities – People with disability – Young people Improved business capacity and governance The NSW Government aims to build a strong, resilient arts and cultural sector that has partners across the community. It supports organisations that demonstrate good governance and the capacity to maintain and develop their activity and reach. One way this can be achieved is by organisations developing strategic partnerships between the arts and non-arts sector, including local councils or other public, private or community sector organisations.

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Arts Funding Program Review

Before you start

In 2013, the NSW Government will produce its first Arts and Cultural Policy to set the future direction for arts and cultural activities in NSW.

Putting together a strong application takes time and energy, so it is a good idea for you to familiarise yourself with these guidelines before you begin your application. These guidelines outline who can apply, what can be applied for and how to go about it.

As part of this work, Arts NSW will review the Arts Funding Program during 2013. The review will evaluate the structure and administration of the current program, taking into consideration the new policy framework and the needs and expectations of its stakeholders. The findings and conclusions of this review will inform recommendations for a revitalised 2015 Program. Consultation with the sector will take place during 2013 and more information will be published on the Arts NSW website in the near future. If you are interested in being updated on the Arts and Cultural Policy and the Arts Funding Program Review, you can register for the Arts NSW e-News on the Arts NSW website.

You may also find it useful to come to an Arts NSW information session. These are held in metropolitan and regional locations each year. See www.arts.nsw.gov.au for details. Before applying make sure you: – read the relevant categories and decide on the most suitable – check that you are eligible – check the closing date – read the assessment criteria, as you will be asked to demonstrate how you meet these criteria in your application. Need advice? Arts NSW staff are happy to provide advice on interpreting these guidelines and the types of activities that are relevant to each funding category. You can contact us between 9am and 5pm (Monday to Friday). See section 5 for staff contact details. There is also a Frequently Asked Questions page on the Arts NSW website which is updated regularly.

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Part TWO

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Cola Project, 2012. He Xiangyu. Photo: Zan Wimberley

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Program Funding Funding towards an organisation’s costs of delivering its program of arts and cultural activities on an annual or multi-year basis. The Program Funding categories are: – Annual (open applications) – Multi-year, including Negotiated (applications by invitation only) To be eligible for Program Funding, organisations must be legally constituted and be one of the following: – a not-for-profit incorporated body – a cooperative or trust – a local government authority.

Annual Program Funding

Term: 1 January to 31 December 2014 Objectives The objectives of Annual Program Funding are to: – develop sustainable arts and cultural organisations, services and infrastructure – stimulate arts and cultural development across NSW – support the employment of NSW professional artists and arts and cultural practitioners – contribute to innovation and excellence both within and across art forms and disciplines – improve performance, curatorial, production, exhibition and collection management standards – develop longer-term, meaningful engagement with diverse artists and audiences.

Annual Program Funding is a contribution towards an organisation’s costs of delivering its annual program of arts and cultural activities. Funding can contribute to any aspect of the annual program.

Annual Program definition An annual program consists of multiple activities occurring during the year.

Closing date Monday, 24 June 2013

Organisations with minimal activities or programs of six months or less are likely to be less competitive.

Funding limit None For organisations reapplying for Annual Program Funding, please note that increases on previous funding levels will only be considered under exceptional circumstances. Who can apply? Organisations and local government authorities. Local councils may submit one application for each business unit of council.

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Eligibility Please refer to the general and specific eligibility requirements in section 3. Annual Program Funding is not available for: – organisations developing and presenting only one work per year. These applications should be made to a suitable project category – organisations applying for New Projects Funding – new devolved funding programs.

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Festivals – Where an organisation offers a range of activities across its annual program, and the presentation of a festival is only one component, it is eligible to submit an Annual Program application. – Where funding is solely towards the presentation of a festival, the application must be submitted to the New Projects category. Assessment Applications will be assessed using the General Assessment Criteria in section 3. Complete and submit the Annual Program Application Form on the Arts NSW online application system www.apply.arts.nsw.gov.au

Multi-year Program Funding (including Negotiated) Multi-year Program Funding is for arts and cultural organisations that are central to the cultural life of NSW. Funding contributes towards an organisation’s costs of delivering its annual program of arts and cultural activities over three years. A Multi-year organisation’s funding may be directly negotiated with Arts NSW or assessed by a peer panel.

Objectives The objectives of Multi-year Program Funding are to: – support sustainable arts and cultural organisations, services and infrastructure that are leading arts and cultural development in NSW – stimulate arts and cultural development across NSW – support the employment of NSW professional artists and arts and cultural practitioners – support innovation and excellence both within and across art forms and disciplines – improve performance, curatorial, production, exhibition and collection management standards – develop longer term meaningful engagement with diverse artists and audiences. Organisations invited to apply have: – an outstanding track record in delivering on previous Arts NSW Program Funding – a demonstrated capacity to secure revenue from a diversity of sustainable sources – an ongoing commitment to strategic partnerships – a high level of strategic importance in terms of their regional location and/or the type of arts and cultural activities they are delivering.

Closing date not offered in 2014 Organisations in the Multi-year Funding category which are due for renewal in 2014 will be offered one year of funding at their current level, so that operations can be maintained pending outcomes of the Arts Funding Program Review taking place during 2013. Funding limit None

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Project Funding Project Funding is for one off or time-limited arts and cultural activities or events. Eligible projects may include a wide range of artistic and cultural events, products, activities or facilities. In addition to the general eligibility requirements (section 3), some project categories have specific eligibility requirements. It is important that you read the project categories carefully before completing your application. The 2014 Project Funding categories are: – Artist Support (formerly Quick Response) – New Projects – Young People Regional: – Aboriginal Regional Arts Fund – Performing Arts Touring – Regional Capital – Regional Conservatorium – Regional Partnerships Project Funding is for time-limited projects only. Continued support in subsequent years cannot be guaranteed.


Artist Support (formerly Quick Response) Artist Support Project Funding is available for individual professional artists, small-to-medium sized organisations, partnerships and groups of professional artists who have received an invitation to participate in a recognised national or international arts and cultural event or activity. Closing date Monday, 2 September 2013, to commence after 21 October 2013 Funding limit $3,000 for individuals $6,000 for organisations, partnerships and groups Who can apply? Individuals and organisations; Partnerships and groups (auspiced). Individuals participating in an event or project as part of an organisation or group are not eligible to submit separate applications. Objectives The objectives of Artist Support funding are to: – enable professional artists and arts and cultural organisations to take up opportunities that have strategic significance to the development or promotion of their arts practice or profession. – enable artists to respond to time sensitive opportunities – contribute to innovation and excellence – promote the NSW arts and cultural sector nationally and internationally. Priority will be given to: – applicants who have not received Artist Support (formerly Quick Response) or devolved funding for a similar activity in the last 12 months

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– applications which support developing closer ties and/or increasing cultural engagement with Asia.

Eligibility Please refer to the general and specific eligibility requirements in section 3.

Artist Support funding is intended to: – contribute to the costs associated with taking up an opportunity that has generally arisen through an invitation or selection process, rather than being self-generated. – support the active participation of a professional artist, group of artists or an arts and cultural organisation in a recognised national or international arts and cultural event/ activity that involves travelling interstate or internationally to: – perform or present a work for inclusion in a festival, industry event, a curated series of works, or exhibition – undertake a residency or similar program – present a paper or a workshop at a nationally or internationally pre-eminent symposium or conference.

Funding is not available for: – applications to support attendance at, or participation in, the Australian Performing Arts Market – the production of works as part of an organisation’s regular annual/multi-year program – travel and accommodation costs for associated staff such as agents – invitations to accept or participate in an award or prize – activities that commence less than six weeks after the closing date.

Examples of costs associated with taking up the opportunity include: – travel costs – accommodation costs – living allowance – artist or other professional fees – insurance – marketing and promotional material related to the event or activity – freight costs – the purchase of equipment or materials that would cost more to freight to the location than to purchase on arrival.

Assessment Criteria The General Assessment Criteria do not apply to this category. Please see Artist Support assessment criteria on page 40 for information on applicable criteria.

Written confirmation of the offer of participation from the event/activity organising body must be submitted as support material. Travel must originate from and return to NSW.

Complete and submit the Artist Support Application Form on the Arts NSW online application system www.apply.arts.nsw.gov.au


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New Projects New Projects Funding supports time-limited arts and cultural projects at any stage in their creative development and/or public presentation. Closing date Monday, 15 July 2013 Funding limit $30,000 for a creative development OR public presentation $60,000 for a creative development AND public presentation Who can apply? Organisations (excluding organisations applying for, or in receipt of, Program Funding); Individuals, partnerships and groups (auspiced). Term: all activities must commence after 1 January 2014, and generally be completed within the 2014 calendar year. Objectives The objectives of New Projects Funding are to: – support professional and artistic development – stimulate arts and cultural development in NSW – support the employment of NSW professional artists and arts and cultural practitioners – contribute to innovation and excellence – improve performance, curatorial, production, exhibition and collection management standards – deliver broader community outcomes, with engagement of professional artists and arts practitioners.


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An application may be made for a: – creative development (one or more stages) – public presentation – creative development and public presentation for the same project.

Projects must involve professional artists, arts workers or cultural workers living in NSW.

Some New Projects examples are: – any stage(s) of the development of a new dance work including a showing to selected peers but without a public presentation of the completed work – the rehearsal and public presentation of a new theatre text or innovative new presentation of an existing text – the engagement of a professional creative to exchange ideas and collaborate with members of the community to develop a concept of importance to that community – the development and presentation of a new museum display featuring items from current and/or new or borrowed collections – the investigation and development of a new visual arts work in a public place – a series of professional development workshops and mentoring sessions where young writers work with industry professionals to develop their work and explore digital publishing – commissioning a writer/composer/ choreographer/artist to develop a work for a festival or event. For works that include a public presentation, confirmation from your presenting venue/partner or evidence of likely presenting venues/partners is required.

Eligibility Please refer to the general and specific eligibility requirements in section 3. New Projects Funding is not available for: – organisations applying for, or in reciept of, Program Funding – the remount or tour of a work beyond its initial presentation (see Performing Arts Touring section 3) – multiple projects within the same application (with the exception of festivals)

Project Funding is for time-limited projects only. Continued support in subsequent years cannot be guaranteed.

Festivals Organisations may apply for funding towards the presentation of a festival. Please note funding can only be provided toward the professional arts and cultural components. Assessment Applications will be assessed using the General Assessment Criteria in section 3. Complete and submit the New Projects Application Form on the Arts NSW online application system www.apply.arts.nsw.gov.au


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Young People Young People is an arts and education category designed to increase engagement with arts and culture for students attending geographically and/or socio-economically disadvantaged schools. Closing date Monday, 22 July 2013 Funding limit $5,000 for ticket and travel subsidy $25,000 for a program of activity Who can apply? Organisations; Partnerships and groups (auspiced) If in receipt of Multi-year Program Funding, or applying for Annual Program Funding, projects in this category must be distinct from, and in addition to, an organisation’s annual program of activities. Term: all activities must commence after 1 January 2014, and generally be completed within the 2014 calendar year. The objective of Young People Funding is to remove barriers for disadvantaged NSW government and non-government schools to provide students with opportunities for: – increased access to high quality arts and cultural performances and exhibitions – deeper engagement with high quality arts and cultural experiences through programs of activity that provide opportunities to participate, discuss and reflect – engagement of young people as creators and participants.


Applicants may apply for: – ticket and travel subsidy only – ticket and travel subsidy with an associated program of activity. Please note that the program of activity must be directly linked to the ticket and travel subsidy – a program of activity only. Only one application may be submitted in this category. Project Funding is for time-limited projects only. Continued support in subsequent years cannot be guaranteed. Ticket and travel subsidy Ticket and travel subsidy is for school excursions to arts and cultural venues such as theatres, galleries, museums and performing arts centres. Program of activity A program of activity that encourages deeper student engagement may accompany an excursion or be a separate partnership between a school and an arts and cultural organisation. Some examples of activities are: – a program of activity taking in two or more arts venues working in partnership – pre/post event discussions or workshops (as part of an excursion) – specially tailored guided tours (as part of an excursion) – talks from artists involved in a performance or exhibition (as part of an excursion) – innovative education packs and resources – collaborations between professional artists, arts organisations and NSW schools – partnerships with young people and school communities which enrich professional arts practice.

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Eligibility Please refer to the general eligibility requirements in section 3. Who makes the application? Young People Funding is applied for by the arts and cultural organisation, not the school(s). Written evidence of interest from the schools involved must be provided with your application.

Young People Funding is to remove barriers for disadvantaged NSW schools to provide students with opportunities.

Determining disadvantaged schools Funding MUST directly benefit NSW government and independent schools which are geographically and/or socio-economically disadvantaged. The following Department of Education and Communities (DEC) programs will assist in identifying relevant government and independent schools: – NSW Country Areas Program (NSW CAP): www.cap.nsw.edu.au (may include independent schools) – Priority Schools Program (PSP): www.lowsesschools.nsw.edu.au (government schools only). Assessment Applications will be assessed using the General Assessment Criteria in section 3. Complete and submit the Young People Application Form on the Arts NSW online application system www.apply.arts.nsw.gov.au


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Regional Project Funding The following funding opportunities are available to support and further develop arts and cultural activities and infrastructure in regional NSW: – Aboriginal Regional Arts Fund – Performing Arts Touring – Regional Capital – Regional Conservatorium – Regional Partnerships

Aboriginal Regional Arts Fund The Aboriginal Regional Arts Fund supports arts projects that celebrate and promote Aboriginal cultural identities in regional NSW and, by doing so, make the rich and diverse Aboriginal cultures of regional NSW more visible and accessible. Closing date Next closing date will be in early 2014

For the purposes of this funding regional NSW includes the Central Coast, Newcastle and Wollongong and is defined as the areas or regions outside Greater Sydney.

Funding limit $3,000 for individuals $15,000 for organisations, partnerships and groups

In addition to these project categories, a number of Arts NSW Devolved Funding Programs are available for regional applicants (see Devolved Funding section 4).

Who can apply? Regional individuals and organisations; regional partnerships and groups (auspiced)

Regional applicants are encouraged to contact the Regional Arts Development Officer (RADO) in their area for further advice (see www.regionalartsnsw. com.au).

Objectives

Regional Conservatoriums are only eligible to apply to the Regional Conservatorium category. For a list of regional areas see page 64.


Term: activities should occur in 2014 The objectives of the Aboriginal Regional Arts Fund are to: – enable Aboriginal communities in regional NSW to explore and express their cultural identities – promote regional Aboriginal artists, arts and culture in NSW – build local and regional community engagement and awareness of Aboriginal arts

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– build the capacity and sustainability of Aboriginal arts organisations in regional NSW – increase professional and skills development opportunities for Aboriginal artists living in regional NSW. These objectives are consistent with Goals 26 and 27 of the NSW Government plan NSW 2021. Applications must be consistent with the objectives of the NSW Aboriginal Arts and Cultural Strategy. Applicants should also consider Arts NSW’s Protocols for Aboriginal Arts and Culture for information on consulting with Aboriginal organisations and communities. These documents are available from the Arts NSW website: www.arts. nsw.gov.au.

Contact For further information please contact the Senior Aboriginal Cultural Development Officer at Arts NSW: Liza-Mare Syron Senior Aboriginal Cultural Development Officer Email: [email protected] Tel: 02 8218 2213 Freecall: 1800 358 594 (within NSW) Complete and submit the Aboriginal Regional Arts Fund Application Form on the Arts NSW online application system www.apply.arts.nsw.gov.au

Please note there are separate guidelines for this category. They will be placed on the Arts NSW website and advertised through the Arts NSW e-News when they are available. Eligibility Please refer to the general eligibility requirements in section 3.


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Performing Arts Touring Performing Arts Touring Funding supports projects that provide access to performing arts programs to audiences living in regional NSW. Funding is provided for financial assistance to offset the cost of touring a professional production to at least two destinations in regional NSW. Closing date Monday, 1 July 2013 Who can apply? Organisations, partnerships and groups (auspiced) Term: all activities must commence after 1 January 2014, and generally be completed within the 2014 calendar year. Objectives The objectives of Performing Arts Touring Funding are to: – provide people in regional NSW with access to a diverse range of artistic and cultural experiences no matter where they live – support best practice programming in regional and rural facilities – build audiences by encouraging and promoting regional and local support for performing arts touring – build the viability of NSW’s arts organisations through developing new markets and audiences for producers, creators and companies. Applications must include at least two destinations in regional NSW. Funding is only provided towards the total touring/travel costs outlined in the application form.


Eligibility Please refer to the general eligibility requirements in section 3. Funding is not available for: – pre-production or rehearsal costs – in-house salaries or fees – international touring – the Sydney and/or Greater Sydney destinations within a tour. Assessment Applications will be assessed using the General Assessment Criteria in section 3. Complete and submit the Performing Arts Touring Application Form on the Arts NSW online application system www.apply.arts.nsw.gov.au

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Regional Capital Regional Capital Project Funding supports the development of arts and cultural infrastructure that increases access to purpose-designed and wellmanaged facilities. Closing date Monday, 22 July 2013 Funding limit 50% of the total cost of the project to a limit of $100,000 Who can apply? Regional organisations Term: all activities must commence after 1 January 2014, and generally be completed within the 2014 calendar year. Objectives The objectives of Regional Capital Funding are to: – support innovative capital infrastructure projects which increase, and promote participation in, and access to, arts and cultural activities by diverse communities – add value to NSW’s network of arts and cultural facilities, particularly where it will meet a specific local need or fill a perceived ‘gap’ in the network – support projects which demonstrate value for money and clear benefits to the community and region – encourage active co-operation between local community groups, arts organisations and local councils to ensure the most efficient use of available resources, including co-location and collaboration between arts and cultural facilities – to improve, care for, preserve and display collection needs of museums. Arts NSW will contribute up to 50 per cent of the cost of a project to successful organisations up to a limit of $100,000. At the time an application is lodged, applicants must demonstrate the capacity to contribute at least 50 per cent of the cost of

a project. This may include funds held in trust, approved loans and documented pledges or ‘inkind’ funds. (Note: in-kind contributions are limited to contributions toward construction materials, labour (qualified, skilled and experienced), equipment, fit out, furniture and technical costs.) Where a facility is intended for both cultural and non-cultural use, only the proportion of its use relating to cultural activities is eligible for funding. For example: where the cultural use of a building amounts to only one-third of its overall use, Capital Infrastructure Project Funding would not exceed 50 per cent of one-third of the eligible costs. Organisations requesting funds must be prepared to accept responsibility for ongoing costs such as maintenance and operations. Eligibility Please refer to the general eligibility requirements in section 3. Funds are available for the construction, alteration, renovation, completion or fitting out (excluding moveable furniture, equipment and fittings) of buildings or facilities for arts and cultural use. Facilities must be owned by a local council or notfor-profit organisation. Facilities eligible for assistance include: – museums and Aboriginal Keeping Places – theatres and performing arts facilities – concert halls – art museums and galleries – visual arts and crafts centres – rehearsal and arts studio/workshop spaces – arts centres – cultural resource centres – audio/visual and digital studios and workshops – non-commercial community-managed cinemas – writers’ centres Part Two Funding Categories

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– cultural components of auditoriums, community and civic centres and multi-purpose centres or halls. Examples of capital works/purchases that funds may be used for: – auditoriums and auditorium seating – stages, rehearsal rooms, control rooms, box offices – exhibition areas and collection storage needs – construction costs essential to the building – fixed furniture and equipment, such as theatre and exhibition lighting, seating, air-conditioning equipment, stage machinery and electrical systems that are integral to equipping a venue for professional use. Funding is not available for: – costs of plans, feasibility studies or drawings – commemorative plaques or memorials – parking or landscaping – movable furniture, equipment and fittings, including musical instruments – upgrade of facilities to comply with statutory requirements such as disabled access and public toilets if that is the sole purpose of the project – library buildings – repayment of loans – work already completed – the purchase of land or buildings – regular maintenance and repair of existing facilities – compliance with local government environmental or sustainability plans. Inquiries relating to funding for the restoration or conservation of historic or heritage-listed buildings should be made to the Office of Environment and Heritage, Department of Premier and Cabinet: www.environment.nsw.gov.au


Assessment Criteria The General Assessment Criteria does not apply to this category. Please see Regional Capital assessment criteria on pages 40 – 41 for information on applicable criteria. Specific Support material for Regional Capital The following material must be submitted with all Regional Capital applications: Detail of the in-kind contribution (where applicable): A list of each element of the in-kind contribution along with its financial value. Estimate of costs: A certificate is required from a licensed builder, architect, quantity survey or qualified local council officer, providing detailed and itemised estimated costs of the project or facility. Proof of ownership: Successful applicants must provide proof that the facility is owned by a local council or not-for-profit incorporated body. Evidence of consultation with arts experts: Applicants must provide evidence of consultation with arts and cultural experts if this expertise is not readily available in house. In addition, applications for more than $50,000 must include: Formal confirmation of other funding: a letter from a funding partner, or a statement from a bank or trust fund confirming other funding contributions. Detailed plan: Applicants should provide a professionally drafted plan of the project, preferably by an architect or qualified draftsman. Separate funding applications may be submitted for various stages of a capital project over a period of years. Each application will be separately assessed. If successful, funding is not guaranteed for subsequent stages. Complete and submit the Regional Capital Application Form on the Arts NSW online application system www.apply.arts.nsw.gov.au

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Regional Conservatorium Regional Conservatorium Funding is for time limited music projects that are additional to the conservatorium’s core program, and that support the role of conservatoriums as key arts organisations in regional NSW. Funding is particularly aimed at projects that support the development of partnerships with other organisations and enhance access for people of all ages and backgrounds. Closing date Monday, 8 July 2013 Who can apply? Regional conservatoriums only Term: all activities must commence after 1 January 2014, and generally be completed within the 2014 calendar year. Objectives The objective of Regional Conservatorium Funding is to enhance regional diversity, excellence and innovation in musical performance through: – increasing professional music performance and arts development in regional and rural areas – increasing access to high quality music experiences for staff and students at the conservatoriums – increasing the number of public concerts by professional musicians and arts organisations in regional areas – increasing the number of performance opportunities for regional communities – increasing the participation of people of all ages and backgrounds in music performance activities in rural and regional areas – building partnerships between regional conservatorium and arts organisations to enhance music opportunities and experiences in regional NSW – delivering on key performance indicators that support Arts NSW’s priorities.

Eligibility Please refer to the general and specific eligibility requirements in section 3. Eligible projects may include a range of events, products, or activities that are separate from, or in addition to, the organisation’s annual program, including: – public concerts or professional performance opportunities for conservatorium staff – partnerships with professional orchestras and musicians – creation of works – visits by musicians and orchestras – the artistic or cultural component of a festival. Funding is not available for: – overseas or interstate tours, visits to Sydney, tours to schools or student travel – community bands, community orchestras, and amateur ensembles – individual staff professional development, in-house salaries or fees, or to pay staff for teaching duties – capital projects – music recordings, or purchase of musical instruments or equipment – fundraising, competitions or prize money – operational support including the organisational aspects of festivals – education and training courses – curriculum based activities in schools – pre-production or rehearsal costs. Funds for touring are for professional artists and technicians only and are generally limited to travel costs. Assessment Applications will be assessed using the General Assessment Criteria on pages 38 – 39. Complete and submit the Regional Conservatorium application form on the Arts NSW online application system www.apply.arts.nsw.gov.au Part Two Funding Categories

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Regional Partnerships Regional Partnerships Funding supports arts and cultural development partnerships in regional NSW. This funding supports strategic partnerships across and beyond the arts and cultural sectors, including with local councils and/or other public, private or community sector organisations. Closing date Thursday, 11 July 2013 (for expressions of interest) Shortlisted applicants will be required to make a final submission by Thursday, 7 November 2013 Funding limit $100,000 to $150,000 within a two-year period Who can apply? Regional organisations; Regional partnerships and groups (auspiced) Term: all activities must commence after 1 March 2014, and generally be completed by 29 February 2016 Objectives The objectives of Regional Partnerships Funding are to: – support strategic partnerships for the delivery of regional arts and cultural activity in NSW – build the capacity of regional organisations to deliver arts and cultural activity in regional NSW – achieve enhanced long-term arts and cultural outcomes for regional and remote communities, including Aboriginal communities – support the employment, and professional and artistic development, of NSW professional artists and cultural arts practitioners – stimulate arts and cultural development in regional NSW – contribute to innovation and excellence in regional NSW. 26 Part Two Funding Categories

Examples of collaborative partnerships include: – a Sydney-based theatre organisation working in partnership with a Regional Arts Board and the local community to deliver arts development and performance outcomes – a regional museum working in partnership with volunteer museums in the surrounding regions to develop a collaborative exhibition or program – a partnership between a regional gallery and the local health service to establish and deliver a visual arts program for the benefit of patients and visitors to the hospital. Project partners must: – be actively involved in project planning and development – play a key role in delivering the project – make a financial contribution (cash or in-kind). Activities should: – primarily involve NSW regional artists and cultural workers – improve sustainability for regional arts and culture development – promote the development of cultural networks to facilitate information exchange – increase opportunity for future partnerships. Eligibility Please refer to the general eligibility requirements in section 3. Partnerships between regional arts organisations and Sydney-based organisations are eligible, but the benefit and the funding must go directly to the region.

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Partnerships not eligible for funding: – business units or facilities within the same local council – partnerships between organisations and individual artists (note: a partnership with an artist collective or group of artists is eligible) – contracting relationships where one partner is being contracted to complete the work. Funding is not available for: – ongoing administration costs of an organisation – curriculum-based activities in schools – infrastructure, capital and projects involving purchase of significant assets – ongoing activities of collecting institutions such as acquisitions, maintenance and conservation. Expressions of Interest Application to this category is by Expression of Interest. The Expression of Interest should: – outline the proposed project and the aims and outcomes anticipated – identify the confirmed and/or anticipated partners, including an outline of the anticipated contribution (artistic, operational and financial) by each partner – identify the artists and key personnel involved in the project, where known – provide an indicative timeline, including key milestones for the project – outline the anticipated audience and strategies for engagement of new audiences – include an indicative budget.

Assessment Expressions of Interest will be assessed by a peer panel. Expressions that best meet the assessment criteria will be short listed. The short listed applicants will be invited to develop a final application which will also be peer assessed. The General Assessment Criteria does not apply to this category. Please see Regional Partnerships assessment criteria on pages 41 – 42 for information on applicable criteria. Applicants are encouraged to contact the Regional Arts Development Officer in their area (where relevant) before completing an application. A list of Regional Arts Development Officers can be found at: www.regionalartsnsw.com.au Applicants are also encouraged to contact Arts NSW to discuss their project ideas before submitting an application. Complete and submit the Regional Partnerships Expression of Interest Form on the Arts NSW online application system www.apply.arts.nsw.gov.au


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Professional Development and Awards Fellowships

Awards

A range of annual and biennial fellowships are offered by Arts NSW.

Arts NSW supports literature and history through the NSW Premier’s Literary Awards and the Premier’s History Awards.

Fellowships are available in a range of fields including design, dance, history, Indigenous arts, literature, music, theatre and visual arts. Guidelines and application forms will be available at least six weeks before the closing date for each fellowship. Closing dates various Funding limit various Who can apply? Individuals Details of each fellowship will be placed on the Arts NSW website and advertised through the Arts NSW e-News when they become available.

The Premier’s Literary Awards provide an opportunity to highlight the importance of literacy and to encourage everyone to enjoy and learn from the work of our writers. These annual awards honour distinguished achievement by Australian writers, contribute to Australia’s artistic reputation, and draw international attention to some of our best writers and to the cultural environment that nurtures them. The Premier’s History Awards honour distinguished achievement in history by Australian citizens and permanent residents. These annual awards assist in establishing values and standards in historical research and publication and encourage everyone to appreciate and learn from the work of our historians. The Awards are managed by the State Library of NSW, in association with Arts NSW. www.sl.nsw.gov.au/about/awards


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Strategic Support Aboriginal Arts and Culture

Aboriginal Quick Response

The NSW Aboriginal Arts and Cultural Strategy recognises that Aboriginal arts and cultural expression is fundamental to the social, cultural and economic well-being of Aboriginal people in NSW and that support for arts and cultural development assists in building resilience and cohesion within NSW Aboriginal communities. The Strategy also acknowledges the diversity and excellence in Aboriginal arts practice, and its right to be respected and valued as a central part of the wider arts and cultural sector in NSW.

Increasing representation for NSW Aboriginal arts and culture at trade fairs and export markets and support for market development opportunities in creative industries are priorities under the Aboriginal Arts and Cultural Strategy.

The Strategy’s four directions are aligned with the priorities of NSW 2021 in particular:

Contact The Aboriginal Senior Cultural Development Officer at Arts NSW is available to provide advice to potential applicants.

Goal 26 Create more opportunities to participate in cultural activities and programs to create a greater sense of Aboriginal identity and strengthen communities. Goal 27 Increase the number of opportunities for cultural participation, including Aboriginal cultural activities/events. Strategic support for Aboriginal arts and culture is provided throughout the year through invited competitive tender (Requests for Proposals), negotiated funding and open competitive rounds such as the Aboriginal Regional Arts Fund (see pages 20 – 21).

Closing dates open Who can apply? Individuals and organisations; partnerships and groups (Auspiced)

Liza-Mare Syron Senior Aboriginal Cultural Development Officer Email: [email protected] Tel: (02) 8218 2213 Freecall: 1800 358 594 (within NSW) Eligibility Refer to general eligibility in section 3. Assessment Additional specific information regarding criteria for this category can be found at www.arts.nsw.gov.au


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The Bugalugs Bum Thief, Monkey Baa Theatre Company, 2012. Photo: Heidrun Löhr

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Information for Applicants The information in this section applies to the Arts Funding Program only. If you are interested in applying for Devolved Funding please see section 4.

Eligibility These general eligibility guidelines apply to all categories (except Devolved Funding Programs). Please note that some funding categories have additional eligibility criteria which are outlined in the information for that category and in the special eligibility conditions on page 34.

General eligibility conditions Individuals An individual is eligible to apply, provided they are: – an Australian citizen or Australian permanent resident; and – a NSW resident (which is defined as being resident for at least 12 months prior to making an application); and – a professional arts practitioner (see Glossary page 62 for the definition of a professional arts practitioner). In some cases an eligible legally constituted organisation must be nominated as auspicor to take legal and financial responsibility for any funding.

Groups Partnerships, groups and unincorporated organisations may also apply. An eligible legally constituted organisation must be nominated as auspicor to take legal and financial responsibility for any funding. Applications may be made by a consortium or a group of organisations working collaboratively. In this case, one eligible legally constituted organisation must be nominated as the lead organisation. If successful, the Funding Agreement will be between Arts NSW and the lead organisation. Organisations Legally constituted organisations including cooperatives, trusts, local government authorities and not-for-profit organisations are eligible to apply. For-profit organisations may also be eligible to apply to project categories, provided the project is being implemented on a not-for-profit basis. For-profit organisations that wish to apply must seek written approval from Arts NSW to do so. When seeking approval, organisations should provide information about their organisation, a brief description of the project and confirmation that the project being applied for will be administered on a not-for-profit basis. If funded, organisations will be required to provide a separate audit for the project. Local Councils Individual business units and entities of local councils (such as art galleries or performing arts centres) are eligible to submit applications on their own behalf if they have their own ABN. If the business unit or entity does not have its own ABN, any application will need to be submitted by the local council for the business unit.

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Applications will not be accepted from: – libraries – government departments and agencies – preschools, primary and secondary schools, TAFE colleges and universities – amateur organisations (including community bands, orchestras, amateur ensembles, craft guilds, amateur theatre and dance groups) – applicants who submit incomplete, unsigned applications – applicants whose applications are received after the closing date or by fax – applicants who request total costs to be covered by Arts NSW. Arts NSW will not fund 100 per cent of any program/project. Budgets must include in-kind or cash income from other sources – applicants who have received Arts NSW devolved funding for the same program or project

Location of program or project Funding is generally limited to programs and projects based and delivered in NSW (except for Artist Support which includes international activities). In some circumstances funding may be provided for national and international activities. Funding may only contribute to national or international activities where there is direct benefit to NSW artists and/or communities. Organisations not based in NSW are eligible to apply, however support for non-NSW based organisations is rare and the application must clearly demonstrate significant direct benefits to NSW artists and communities. It is strongly recommended that non-NSW based organisations discuss their application with Arts NSW staff before applying.

– applicants who have been advised by Arts NSW that they are not eligible for further funding as a result of failing to meet contract conditions. Timing All programs/projects must occur within the 2014 calendar year, unless a particular funding category specifies otherwise. Please check the funding categories for further details and if you are not sure, contact us for advice. Activities that are already completed, or due to be completed, before the funding period commences are ineligible for funding.

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Ineligible activities

Special eligibility conditions

Funds are not available for these activities: – speakers’ fees – attendance costs for conferences – accredited study, education, training or university courses – filmmaking (see Screen NSW: www.screen.nsw. gov.au) – the recording and production of CDs, purchase of musical instruments or equipment, or the costs of operating a radio station – the printing or production of books, catalogues, DVDs or manuscripts if that is the primary purpose of the funding – publishing costs if that is the primary purpose of the funding – purchase of artworks – fundraising, competitions and eisteddfods – awards or prize money – assisting individuals researching, writing and publishing books, scores, scripts or plays (except where the applicant has been commissioned as part of a larger creative development process, in partnership with performers/creatives. In these instances, the commissioning organisation or partnership/group is required to submit the application) – where the dominant purpose of the activity is the revitalisation or renewal of local, urban, business or main street precincts or town centres, or the establishment and continuation of creative industries hubs. – the cost of plans, feasibility studies and architectural drawings – repayment of loans – work already completed. Some funding categories have additional exclusions. Please check funding categories carefully before submitting your application.

Annual Program Annual Program Funding is not available to: – organisations already in receipt of Multi-year Program Funding (including Negotiated), with the exception of local councils with multiple business units – for-profit organisations – peak and service organisations not currently in receipt of Annual or Multi-year Program Funding (including Negotiated) from Arts NSW.


Artist Support Artist Support Funding is not available to: – organisations in receipt of Annual or Multi-year Program Funding (including Negotiated) – applicants that have received Arts NSW devolved funding for the same activity. New Projects – New Projects Funding is not available to organisations applying for Annual Program Funding or in receipt of Negotiated or Multi-year Program Funding Regional Conservatoriums To be eligible for funding, organisations must: – be a not-for-profit, legally constituted regional conservatorium – receive funding through the Department of Education and Communities Regional Conservatorium Funding Program – be members of the NSW Association of Regional Conservatoriums.

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Regional conservatoriums are only eligible to apply for Regional Conservatorium Project Funding. Core funding for regional conservatoriums is supported by the Department of Education and Communities. This does not exclude a regional conservatorium from being included as a partner on a Regional Partnerships application. Festivals Small-to-medium festivals may apply to the Arts Funding Program. To be eligible for funding festivals must: – be an arts and cultural festival – involve professional NSW artists or arts organisations

Funding for festivals is also available through: – Festivals Australia – Destination NSW – Regional Flagships Program – Screen NSW (film festivals) – Country Arts Support Program, an Arts NSW Devolved Funding program (note that applicants are not eligible to receive funding through both the Arts Funding Program and Devolved Funding programs for the same activity) – Regional Arts Fund, a Federal Government program offered by Regional Arts NSW.

– demonstrate community support. Festivals are encouraged to contact Arts NSW staff to determine eligibility. Where an organisation offers a range of activities across its annual program, and the presentation of a festival is only one component, it is eligible to submit an Annual Program application. Where funding is sought solely toward the presentation of a festival, the application must be submitted to the New Projects category. Festivals applying for New Project Funding may only apply for the professional arts and cultural components of the festival.


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Auspicing Auspiced arrangements are where an organisation takes responsibility for managing grant funds on behalf of another. Individuals, partnerships, groups and unincorporated organisations (auspicees) seeking funding may need to identify an incorporated auspicing organisation (auspicor) to apply on their behalf. Local councils may auspice applications on behalf of their business units or entities. The auspicor may agree to merely receive the grant on your behalf or it may also agree to manage other aspects of the project. If your application is required to be auspiced, the application should be made in the name of the auspicor and provide that body’s Australian Business Number and GST details. The application must clearly identify who will be undertaking the project under the authority of the auspicor. It is recommended that a formal agreement be made between the auspicor and those undertaking the project. The auspice agreement should provide, as a minimum, detail of the services and support to be provided by the auspicor to the project. Arts NSW’s primary relationship is with the auspicor. All correspondence, including advice on the outcome of any applications, will be provided to the auspicor. The Funding Agreement is in the name of the auspicor who is responsible for ensuring compliance with the Funding Agreement and for the satisfactory acquittal of the funding. Applications for an activity to be delivered by an organisation must be submitted in the name of the organisation, not a staff member. For further information on auspicing see the Arts NSW website.


Application limits Applications to Artist Support, Aboriginal Regional Arts Fund (ARAF), Aboriginal Quick Response and Fellowships categories do not count toward application limits. If you are eligible, you may submit one application to each round of the Artist Support, Aboriginal Regional Arts Fund (ARAF) and Aboriginal Quick Response categories. Please note that organisations applying for, or currently in receipt of, Program Funding (Annual, Multi-year and Negotiated) are not eligible to submit applications to the New Projects category. In addition, the limits below apply to applications in other categories in 2014. Individuals: Individual professional arts practitioners may submit one application (auspiced) to the New Projects category. Organisations, Partnerships, Groups and Unincorporated associations based in Sydney and Western Sydney: Partnerships, groups and unincorporated associations may submit (if auspiced): – one application to New Projects – one application to Performing Arts Touring – one application to Young People. Legally constituted organisations (including each eligible business unit of a local council) may submit: – one Program Funding application OR one New Projects application AND

– one application to Performing Arts Touring – one application to Young People.

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Organisations, Partnerships, Groups and Unincorporated associations based in Regional NSW: Partnerships, groups and unincorporated associations may submit (if auspiced): – one application to New Projects

– one application to Regional Partnerships – one application to Performing Arts Touring – one application to Young People. Legally constituted organisations and businesses (including each eligible business unit of a local council) may submit: – one Program Funding application OR

– one New Projects application AND Up to two Regional Project Funding applications (limited to one application per category): – Regional Partnerships

– Performing Arts Touring – Regional Capital AND

– one application to Young People.

Special application limits Major Performing Arts Companies, Visual Arts and Craft Strategy organisations, key festivals, state significant organisations, and Peak and Service Organisations in receipt of negotiated funding can only apply for project funding in the following categories (eligibility permitting):

– one application to Performing Arts Touring – one application to Young People. Regional Conservatoriums may submit up to three project applications to the Regional Conservatoriums category only. Regional Conservatoriums may also be a partner organisation on a Regional Partnerships application. Auspicing and Application Limits If you are auspicing applications on behalf of an individual or group there are no limits to the number you may submit as an auspicor. If you are a local council auspicing on behalf of a business unit in your council, each business unit may be eligible for one program or one New Projects application and between two and three additional project applications depending on the location of the council.


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How to apply

– Arts NSW’s Protocols for Aboriginal Arts and

To apply for funding you need to complete and submit the relevant application form through the Arts NSW online application system: www.apply.arts.nsw.gov. au. This is a secure website and you will be required to create an account before you are able to proceed with an application for funding. If you are unable to make your application online for access reasons, please contact Arts NSW. Postal and hand-delivered applications will not be accepted without prior consultation with Arts NSW and must be submitted by 5pm on the closing date. Once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make changes. Support material sent separately to your application will NOT be accepted. Please allow plenty of time to check and review your application before submission. Arts NSW staff can be contacted from 9am to 5pm (Sydney time) Monday to Friday on: Tel: 02 8218 2222 Email: [email protected] Freecall: 1800 358 594 (within NSW)

– Further information regarding auspicing

To make a National Relay Service call: Type and read, type and listen, or speak and read 133 677 or 1800 555 677 (toll-free number) Speak and listen (speech to speech relay) 1300 555 727 or 1800 555 727 (toll-free number) Contact details for Arts NSW staff are in section 5. Arts NSW application rounds close at midnight (AEST) on the specified closing date. Resources and key documents The following helpful information and resources to assist you with your application are available on the Arts NSW website www.arts.nsw.gov.au

– Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – Sample delivery plans – The NSW Aboriginal Arts and Cultural Strategy 38 Part Three Information for Applicants

Culture

Assessment Criteria Successful applications will be those that respond best to the selection criteria. Most applications will be assessed against the five general criteria outlined below, however some categories have different criteria. It is important that you read both the general assessment criteria, and any additional criteria listed under the specific category before preparing your application. Each application is assessed as a whole and rated against the criteria. The criteria are given equal weighting.

General assessment criteria 1. Program/project merit The activity (or program of activities):

– is of high artistic or cultural quality – if the application involves collectionbased activity it must also demonstrate professionalism in collection management, display and significance assessment OR If the application involves community arts and cultural development activity it must also deliver broader community outcomes, with the engagement of professional artists and practitioners

– demonstrates clear artistic or cultural vision – is well planned (achievable, realistic outcomes and a methodology that can achieve these outcomes)

– involves people with the expertise to deliver the program/project objectives.

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2. Audience development and participation The applicant has well-developed strategies for engaging people in arts and cultural activities. This is shown by:

– a good understanding of the needs and expectations of the targeted community and/or audience

– strategies to increase participation opportunities for people who do not currently engage in, or are only minimally engaged in, arts and cultural activity

– improves industry capacity and sustainability. 4. Capacity The applicant has:

– the experience and expertise to deliver the activity effectively and efficiently

– where relevant, a history of satisfactorily acquitting any previous Arts NSW funding. Additionally, if the applicant is an organisation, evidence of:

– a board or management committee that is

potential for development of new audiences

appropriate to the needs of the activity and the organisation

– plans to bring the work before an audience

– a history of appropriate financial management

– new approaches to engage the public and

through performance, publication or exhibition (especially if the activity has no immediate audience)

– measures to assess the success of these strategies and to integrate knowledge gained into future strategies. 3. Contribution to policy priority areas The activity effectively meets one or more of the following policy priority areas:

– supports the development of a vibrant and accessible cultural environment which nurtures creativity and supports the development of NSW artists

– provides opportunities for access to arts and cultural activities as creators, participants and audiences for one or more of the following:

– people living and/or working in regional NSW

– people living and/or working in Western Sydney

– Aboriginal people (where the program/ project meets the objectives of the NSW Aboriginal Arts and Cultural Strategy)

and good governance

– in the case of a new organisation, the appropriate structure and personnel to effectively achieve the goals above. Local councils should also demonstrate how arts and culture are incorporated into key planning strategies. 5. Budget The proposed budget:

– includes income and expenditure targets that are realistic and achievable

– includes income from sources other than Arts NSW

– demonstrates appropriate use of the public funds requested

– demonstrates viability and value for money – includes a sufficient level of detail and explanatory notes

– includes adequate provision for artist/creative fees

– includes adequate provision for insurance and other liabilities.

– people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds – young people

– people with disability


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Payment of artists and employees Payment of fees and salaries to artists and employees should be consistent within industry standards. For further information contact organisations such as: Australian Society of Authors www.asauthors.org Australian Writers’ Guild www.awg.com.au Media, Entertainment and Arts Alliance www.alliance.org.au Museums and Galleries NSW www.mgnsw.org.au Museums Australia www.museumsaustralia.org.au NAVA (National Association for Visual Arts) www.visualarts.net.au

Category specific assessment criteria The General Assessment Criteria do not apply to the following categories:

– Artist Support – Regional Capital – Regional Partnerships Specific assessment criteria for these categories are outlined below. Artist Support Merit

– the calibre and professional track record of the artist/s

– the significance of the event to the artist/s professional development.


Benefits to the artist/group Ability of the proposal to achieve a significant profile and strategies to support this (e.g. other networking opportunities). Capacity and Budget The applicant has:

– the experience and expertise to deliver the activity effectively and efficiently. The budget:



– is cost effective – includes a sufficient level of detail and explanatory notes

– includes adequate provision for artist/creative fees – includes adequate provision for insurance and other liabilities. Regional Capital Merit

– sound architectural design that supports the delivery of the arts and cultural activities proposed for the structure

– demonstrated social, community and economic benefits to the local community and region. Audience development and contribution to policy priority areas

– Potential for development of new audiences and increased opportunities for participation in arts and cultural activities

– A good understanding of the needs and expectations of the local community/audience and how these will be met through the delivery of the capital project

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– Provides opportunities for access to arts and cultural activities as creators, participants and audiences for one or more of the following:



– people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds

– young people – people with a disability. Planning The project has been well planned and includes:

– a clear plan to deliver the project – evidence of stakeholder consultation and consideration of any issues arising as a result

– analysis of all options demonstrating the reason for the preferred approach

– planning approvals considered/in place – identification of risks and strategies in place to address them

– consideration of, and plans for, future maintenance and operations of the facility. Capacity to deliver The organisation has:

– the experience and expertise to deliver the activity effectively and efficiently

– a governance structure that is appropriate to manage procurement and delivery

– a history of appropriate financial management. Budget The proposed budget:

– includes anticipated income and expenditure to a sufficient level of detail, and financial contingency provisions (contingency must be in cash, not in-kind)

– demonstrates appropriate use of the public funds requested and value for money

– includes a sufficient level of detail and explanatory notes

– includes adequate provision for insurance and other liabilities. Regional Partnerships Merit

– the quality of the strategic partnerships and evidence of involvement of key partners

– strategies that support arts development in areas of low arts activity

– quality of the artistic or cultural activity – capacity of the project to leave a lasting legacy within the region. Audience development and contribution to policy priority areas

– strategies for consultation with, and involvement of the community in, the development, planning and creative processes

– a good understanding of the needs and expectations of the targeted community

– potential for engagement of new audiences – provides opportunities for access to arts and cultural activities as creators, participants and audiences for one or more of the following:



– people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds

– young people – people with a disability.


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Capacity

– strong project planning and the effective use of resources

– experience and expertise to deliver the project. Budget


– includes income from sources other than Arts NSW


– demonstrates viability and value for money – includes a sufficient level of detail and explanatory notes

– includes adequate provision for artist/creative fees

– includes adequate provision for insurance and other liabilities.


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Support material Support material plays a vital role in assessing your application. You should consider including key material that will assist in understanding and strengthening your application. This material should be carefully selected so it bears direct relevance to your application. Material may include:

– CVs for key personnel and artists (no longer than one A4 page per person)

– written confirmation of the participation of key personnel and artists

– – – –

written confirmation of venues itinerary of travel or tour arrangements additional budget information examples of previous work that demonstrate the quality of the artwork and artists involved in the project

Letters of confirmation must be directly related to the program/project (not a general letter of support for the organisation). Where there is in-kind support, financial support and partnership arrangements, the letter should confirm these details. Emails are acceptable, but they need to include email signatures and dates. For proposals involving Aboriginal people written letters of support and confirmation of involvement from the relevant communities and/or organisations must be provided. All support material must be provided at the time you submit your application. Support material received separately will not be included in the assessment of your application. Some funding categories have compulsory support material. You must attach this material when you submit your application, otherwise your application will be considered incomplete. Refer to application forms for support material limits.

– reviews or market research that provide evidence of demand for your project

– quotes for significant budget items – written confirmation of significant partnerships or evidence of interest from potential partners (e.g. venues, organisations, events). Work samples should be recent and relevant to the program/project you are applying for.


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Assessment process You will receive an automated response when Arts NSW receives your application. It is then checked and either registered for assessment or identified as ineligible or incomplete. Applicants will be advised in writing should their application be deemed ineligible. Assessment and funding decisions are based on the information provided in your application, including support material. All eligible applications will be assessed in terms of how well they address the assessment criteria.

Who assesses applications? Arts NSW relies upon a process of peer assessment. Assessment panels are independently chaired and are comprised of highly qualified and experienced representatives from across the sector. Some assessment panels may include NSW Government representatives. Peer representatives are people with a professional association with the arts or a specific art form who have the knowledge and/or experience to make a fair and informed assessment of a funding application. They are selected for each assessment round on the basis of their relevant expertise. Negotiated Funding applications are assessed by NSW Government representatives with access to independent peers as required. Arts NSW staff are available to assist all assessment panels by providing evidence-based advice, the funding history of applicants and sector issues. Assessment panel members are required to comply with the Department’s Code of Conduct for Committees and Boards (available on the Arts NSW website: www.arts.nsw.gov.au). You can register your interest to be considered for an Arts NSW assessment panel through the Peer Register on the Arts NSW website. 44 Part Three Information for Applicants

How are applications assessed? The relevant peer assessment panel considers each application and how well it meets the grant assessment criteria and priorities. Due to the competitive nature of the Arts Funding Program, a large number of applications that meet the assessment criteria are not able to be funded. An application that fails to meet one or more of the assessment criteria will not be eligible for funding.

What is the assessment process? 1. Applications (including support material) are provided to the assessment panel members. 2. Each assessment panel member scores the applications against the applicable assessment criteria. Each criterion is allocated an equal weighting in the scoring process. 3. Arts NSW collates the scores from all panel members for the panel to review at the assessment meeting. 4. At the assessment meeting, the panel discusses and agrees on a final score for each application against the assessment criteria. 5. Peer panels will also review the final mix of art form/discipline and geographic distribution prior to formalising final recommendations. 6. These recommendations are compiled by Arts NSW and prepared for the approval of the Minister for the Arts or authorised delegate. 7. All applicants are notified in writing of the outcome of their application. The panel may request further information or clarification during the assessment meeting process. If this occurs, you will be contacted by Arts NSW staff immediately. If you need to withdraw your application due to a change in circumstances please contact us immediately.

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Feedback After you receive notification of the outcome of your application you may request feedback. Please contact Arts NSW by phone or email and a member of the Funding Programs team will contact you.

Complaints It is a condition of submitting an application that you acknowledge acceptance of the system of assessment and the conditions of the Arts Funding Program as set out in these guidelines. Decisions of the Minister, or the Minister’s authorised delegate, are final and can only be appealed on the basis of probity. If you believe that the proper assessment process has not been followed for your funding application, please put your complaint in writing and send it to the Executive Director at Arts NSW. If there is sufficient evidence to support an appeal on probity grounds, the appeal will be considered by a panel chaired by an executive of the NSW Government not involved in the original process and consisting of independent members.

Arts NSW’s privacy policy Arts NSW is required to comply with the Privacy and Personal Information Protection Act 1998. Arts NSW collects the minimum personal information to enable it to contact an organisation or individual, to assess the merits of an application. Applicants must ensure that people whose personal details are supplied with applications or nominations are aware that Arts NSW is being supplied with this information and how this information will be used by Arts NSW.

Government Information (Public Access)

The provisions of the Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009 apply to all documents in the possession of Arts NSW. Under some circumstances a copy of the application form and other material supplied by the applicant may be released, subject to consultation, in response to an application request made in accordance with the Act.


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NG DI N U F DEVOLVED

See In Me, 2013. Beyond the Square. Photo Heidrun Löhr.

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Devolved Funding Some funds under the Arts NSW Arts Funding Program are devolved to arts and cultural organisations to support arts and cultural activities at the local and regional level. These organisations have broad networks across the arts sector, within specific art forms, and with the community. Guidelines, closing dates, application forms and application processes vary. Contact the devolved partner organisations directly for further information. Applications for these devolved funds should be made directly to the relevant devolved partner organisation. Amplify your art Amplify your art is a professional development grant program for nsw artists with disability. Amplify your art is designed to assist individual NSW artists with disability in all art forms to further their creative practice by undertaking professional development opportunities. Arts NSW and Ageing, Disability and Home Care (ADHC) in the NSW Department of Family and Community Services have a two-year NSW Arts and Disability Partnership to promote inclusion in the arts and cultural sector for people with disability. Under year two of the partnership, Amplify your art grants are offered for opportunities that develop an artist’s professional practice, including training, mentoring, travel and skills development. The NSW Arts and Disability Partnership is funded under ADHC’s Stronger Together Two disability service plan.

Open to Individual artists with disability resident in NSW. How to apply For guidelines and application details please contact Accessible Arts. Tel: (02) 9251 6499 www.aarts.net.au Contact person: Arts Development Officer To make a National Relay Service call TTY users phone 133 677 then ask for 02 9251 6499 Speak and Listen users phone 1300 555 727 then ask for 02 9251 6499 Internet relay users connect to the NRS then ask for 02 9251 6499 Asialink Arts Residency Program Arts NSW, in conjunction with Asialink, supports residencies in Asia for NSW artists, writers and arts managers. Residencies are offered in the following four areas:

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visual arts/crafts. Grants of up to $12,000 are offered to enable Australians to undertake residencies of up to three months in Asia with a host organisation. Residencies are professional development opportunities for Australians to promote cultural understanding, information exchange and artistic endeavour between Australia and Asian countries. Open to Artists, writers and arts managers. How to apply For guidelines and application details please contact Asialink. Tel: (03) 8344 4800 [email protected] www.asialink.unimelb.edu.au Contact person: Arts Residencies Manager

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Collection Documentation Grants This grant program enables community museums and keeping places to bring in specialists to work with volunteers on documentation and or significance assessment of objects and collections. The objective is to make the collections more accessible. Core projects include identifying significant objects, writing significance statements, cataloguing objects, digitally photographing objects and entering collection information into a database. Open to Community museums and keeping places. How to apply For details please contact Museums & Galleries NSW. Tel: (02) 9358 1760 Freecall: 1800 114 311 www.mgnsw.org.au Contact person: Museum Programs and Collections Coordinator

Devolved Funding is Arts NSW funding managed by an arts and cultural organisation.

Community Band Development Grants Funding is available to support and promote banding by means of increasing activity within bands, increasing standards and growing audiences. Examples of such activities include: – workshops – concerts directed at widening audiences sister band relationships with country/regional bands – band/youth camps – advertising and promotional activity – development of promotional and production skills. Open to Community bands. How to apply For details please contact Band Association of NSW. Tel: (02) 9521 8188 [email protected] www.bandnsw.com Contact person: Secretary Country Arts Support Program (CASP) CASP provides small grants to arts and community organisations and local arts councils in regional NSW for short term, locally initiated projects. Open to Arts and community organisations and local arts councils in regional NSW. How to apply For guidelines and application details please contact Regional Arts NSW. Tel: (02) 9270 2501 www.regionalartsnsw.com.au Contact person: Applicants MUST speak to the Regional Arts Development Officer (RADO) www.regionalartsnsw.com.au/networks/ for your region or a Funding Staff member at Regional Arts NSW (if your region has no RADO) about your project prior to applying. Part Four Devolved Funding

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Cultural Grants Program for Local History Research and Publication This program provides small grants to historical societies and community groups across NSW to assist with the research, writing and publication/ production of a wide range of local history projects. Open to Historical societies and community groups across NSW. How to apply For guidelines and application details please contact The Royal Australian Historical Society. Tel: (02) 9247 8001 [email protected] www.rahs.org.au Contact person: Grants Administrator Curatorial Support Initiative Grants (CSI) The CSI grant program offers NSW regional public galleries assistance towards supporting a professional curator (emerging or established) to research and/or develop exhibitions of contemporary visual arts, craft and design. It is designed to encourage the engagement and involvement of curators in the development of exhibitions that enhance an organisation’s artistic program. Proposals that demonstrate the creation of partnerships within regions are encouraged. Funds must not be used toward existing staff fees. Open to Publicly funded regional galleries, arts and craft organisations based in NSW. How to apply For details please contact Museums & Galleries NSW. Tel: (02) 9358 1760 Freecall: 1800 114 311 www.mgnsw.org.au Contact person: Gallery Program and Touring Exhibitions Manager 50 Part Four Devolved Funding

Fellowship, Mentorship and Placement Program This program provides opportunities for museum and gallery staff and volunteers located in regional and remote areas to experience working in a major urban institution. Open to Paid staff in museums and galleries and museum volunteers at a regional level. How to apply For details please contact Museums & Galleries NSW. Tel: (02) 9358 1760 Freecall: 1800 114 311 www.mgnsw.org.au Contact person: Professional Development Coordinator Indent Partnership Grants Indent provides funding, workshops, resources, advice and information to an active network of young people throughout NSW to develop, encourage and facilitate entertainment for young people. There are two grant categories open to groups of young people in partnership with a support organisation such as a local council or youth service to organise drug and alcohol free live music events:

– Grassroots Grants for entry level, small scale local events – Event Development Grants aimed at the larger events in the Indent spectrum such as regional events, youth stages at bigger festivals, events that tie in a range of communities and community aspects Open to Groups of at least five young people (12–25) in partnership with a support organisation such as a local council or local youth service. How to apply For details please contact MusicNSW. Tel: (02) 9281 1600 [email protected] www.musicnsw.com or www.indent.net.au Contact person: Project Manager

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Museum Advisor Program Through a co-funding agreement with local government, the program provides access to a museum specialist to work with museums and councils for twenty days per year to develop strategies to sustain local museums, gain recognition and awareness of needs, and raise standards of museum practice. Open to Local government throughout NSW. How to apply For details please contact Museums & Galleries NSW. Tel: (02) 9358 1760 Freecall: 1800 114 311 www.mgnsw.org.au Contact person: Museum Programs and Collections Manager MusicNSW Quick Response Program This program supports artists and artist managers in developing export opportunities whilst attending Australian industry conferences, trade fairs and other career defining opportunities. The funding provides pathways for artists and artist managers to capitalise on the opportunities presented by a strong export market. It supports educational, networking and information sharing outcomes with a view to establishing a platform for artists to maximize career defining opportunities presented domestically. Open to Artists (and/or their managers) based in NSW (i.e. must have a registered business name and/or mailing address in NSW). How to apply For details please contact MusicNSW.

NSW Artists’ Grant Program This program provides financial assistance to professional visual arts, craft and design practitioners and groups in NSW to effectively produce, present and promote their work throughout NSW, interstate and overseas. Open to Professional visual arts, craft and design practitioners and groups in NSW. How to apply For details please contact National Association for the Visual Arts (NAVA). Tel: (02) 9368 1900 www.visualarts.net.au Contact person: General Manager Prop Ups Quick Response Grants Program This program is a Quick Response Grants Program aimed at supporting innovative performing arts programming for regional communities in NSW, encouraging new performance initiatives and audience development. The opportunity must have arisen at short notice, and not be something that could have been planned for or occur at a later date. Open to Arts and community organisations and local arts councils in regional NSW. How to apply For guidelines and application details please contact Regional Arts NSW. Tel: (02) 9270 2501 www.regionalartsnsw.com.au Contact person: Applicants MUST first contact staff at the Funding Office at Regional Arts NSW to discuss their proposal before submitting an application.

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Regional Museum Network Project This grant program will enable Local Government, Regional Museums with paid staff and Regional Arts Boards to bring in specialists to work with five or more volunteer managed museums on a collaborative project that will increase public access to the collections, either real or virtual. The project will focus on collection documentation, new interpretation and engagement of new project volunteers. Open to Local Government, Regional Museums with paid staff and Regional Arts Boards in collaboration with local government. Funding is to be used solely to support small to medium museums. How to apply For details please contact Museums & Galleries NSW. Tel: (02) 9358 1760 Freecall: 1800 114 311 www.mgnsw.org.au Contact person: Museum Programs and Collections Manager

Standards Program This is a development program for museums and galleries utilising a process of self review and external feedback. The program operates in a different region of NSW each year and provides organisations with the opportunity to assess their practices and policies against the National Standards for Australian Museums and Galleries, highlighting areas of achievement and areas for future development. How to apply For details please contact Museums & Galleries NSW. Tel: (02) 9358 1760 Freecall: 1800 114 311 www.mgnsw.org.au Contact person: Museum Programs and Collections Coordinator Volunteer Initiated Museums (VIM) Grant Program This grant program provides assistance to volunteerinitiated community museums in NSW for projects addressing skill development, operational planning and forward planning. Grants available VIM Small Grants, VIM Development Project Grants, Leg Up Skill Development Grants, Skills Initiative Grants Open to Volunteer-initiated community museums. How to apply For details please contact Museums & Galleries NSW. Tel: (02) 9358 1760 Freecall: 1800 114 311 www.mgnsw.org.au Contact person: Museum Programs and Collections Coordinator

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Haunted Museum, The Spectral Committee, Cementa 13 Festival, 2013. Photo: Warren Armstrong

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Advisory Sources and Resources Accessible Arts Tel: 02 9251 6499 www.aarts.net.au Accessible Arts promotes and provides opportunities for people with disability to participate in arts and cultural activities, either as audience members attending galleries, theatres, museums and festivals; or as participants in art, drama, music, dance and multimedia activities; and by developing as professional artists. Main services include arts development, audience development, training and information. Australasian Performing Right Association Limited (APRA) Tel: 02 9935 7900 www.apra-amcos.com.au APRA administers the performing and communication rights of 73,000 composer, songwriter and music publisher members in Australia and New Zealand. Public performances of music include music used in pubs, clubs, fitness centres, shops, cinemas, festivals, whether performed live, on CDs or played on the radio or television. Communication of music covers music used for music on hold, music accessed over the internet or used by television or radio broadcasters.

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Art Gallery NSW Tel: 02 9225 1700 Toll Free: 1800 679 278 www.artgallery.nsw.gov.au The Art Gallery of NSW presents fine international and Australian art in one of the most popular art museums in Australia. A place of experience and inspiration, it is visited by over 1.3 million people annually. In addition to permanent collections, the gallery offers regularly changing exhibitions, education, access and research programs and events. Arts Law Centre of Australia Tel: 02 9356 2566 Toll Free: 1800 221 457 www.artslaw.com.au Arts Law Centre of Australia is a national legal centre for the arts. It provides legal and business advice and referral services, professional development resources and advocacy for artists and arts organisations across all art forms. Arts Law provides information and advice on a wide range of legal and business matters. Arts on Tour Tel: 02 9699 7133 www.artsontour.com.au Arts on Tour NSW is a key servicing organisation for performing arts touring in NSW. The organisation has become a primary support option providing tour development, coordination, administration, logistics and risk management support to independent and small to medium producers and major production companies. It is also an advocate for the NSW touring sector, providing information and advice, resources, industry analysis and facilitating forums.

Asialink Centre Tel: 03 8344 4800 www.asialink.unimelb.edu.au Asialink is an Australian centre for the promotion of public understanding of the countries of Asia and of Australia’s role in the region. The organisation is a key provider of information, training and professional networks. Each year the Asialink arts residency program sends Australian writers, performers, artists and arts managers to undertake arts residencies in Asia. See the Arts section of the Asialink website for more information. Ausdance NSW Tel: 02 9256 4800 www.ausdancensw.com.au Ausdance NSW is part of the national Ausdance network. It is the key support and advocacy body for dance creation, presentation and participation in NSW. Its portfolio of projects spans the fields of professional development, regional and community involvement, education, and social inclusion. Australia Council for the Arts Tel: 02 9215 9000 Toll Free: 1800 226 912 www.australiacouncil.gov.au The Australia Council for the Arts is the Australian Government’s arts funding and advisory body. It supports Australia’s arts through: funding, strengthening and developing the arts sector; collaborating to build new audiences; fostering philanthropic support; and deepening understanding of the arts through research.

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Advisory Sources and Resources Australian Museum Tel: 02 9320 6000 www.australianmuseum.net.au

Australian Poetry Tel: 03 9094 7828 www.australianpoetry.org

The Australian Museum is a dynamic source of reliable scientific information with a mission to inspire the exploration of nature and culture. It houses an irreplaceable collection of more than 18 million objects representing a timeline of the environmental and cultural histories of the Australian and Pacific regions. In addition to a broad range of exhibitions including ever-changing special displays, the museum offers education and research programs and community outreach initiatives.

Australian Poetry is an industry body for poetry with a charter to promote and support Australian poets and poetry locally, regionally, nationally and internationally.

Australian Music Centre (AMC) Tel: 02 9247 4677 Freecall: 1300 651 834 www.australianmusiccentre.com.au AMC is a national service organisation dedicated to the promotion and support of both the art form of music and the creators and performers of contemporary classical, improvised jazz, experimental music and sound art in Australia. The AMC represents Australian composers and sound artists, manages development programs for emerging composers, publishes books and sheet music and has an extensive library collection.

Australian Society of Authors (ASA) Tel: 02 9211 1004 www.asauthors.org The ASA is a professional association for Australia’s literary creators. It promotes and protects the rights of Australia’s writers and illustrators. Australian Writers’ Guild (AWG) Tel: 02 9319 0339 Freecall: 1300 552 228 www.awg.com.au

Children’s Book Council of Australia (CBCA) Tel: 08 8332 2845 Freecall: 1800 248 379 www.cbca.org.au The Children’s Book Council of Australia promotes quality literature to young Australians, supports Australian writers and illustrators of children’s books, promotes the role of library and literature professionals in bringing children and books together, manages the annual CBCA Book of the Year Awards and promotes greater equity of access to reading through community projects. Copyright Agency Limited (CAL) Tel: 02 9394 7600 Freecall: 1800 066 844 (within Australia) www.copyright.com.au CAL is a non-profit rights management organisation which collects, and distributes to rightsholders, copyright fees and royalties for the use of text and images, including uses of digital content. CAL also offers funding for a variety of projects through the Cultural Fund.

The AWG is the professional association for Australian performance writers including film, television, theatre, radio and digital media. It works to improve professional standards, conditions and remuneration for Australian performance writers. Band Association of NSW Tel: 02 9521 8188 www.bandnsw.com The Band Association of NSW is the peak organising body for Community and School Brass and Wind Bands in NSW. It organises the State Band, Solo and Party Championships as well as providing access to a library service, workshops and various band development tools and networking opportunities through its regional sub committees and branches.


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Advisory Sources and Resources Creative Industries Innovation Centre Tel: 02 8217 5000 www.creativeinnovation.net.au Creative Innovation is an initiative of the Creative Industries Innovation Centre (CIIC) which is part of the Australian Government’s Enterprise Connect program, and is hosted by the University of Technology, Sydney. It is dedicated to growing the potential of Australia’s creative enterprises, with a website that brings together ideas about creativity, innovation, and business to support Australian creative businesses and entrepreneurs. It connects the dots between creative concepts and business acumen to generate innovative solutions to real world problems. Creative Partnerships Australia (CPA)

Tel: 02 9215 9313 www.creativepartnershipsaustralia. org.au

Creative Spaces www.creativespaces.net.au Creative Spaces is a program of the City of Melbourne Arts and Culture Branch. It partners with government, philanthropic and private organisations, and educational institutions to provide a broad range of services around space for arts and cultural production. The program underwrites cultural production by brokering, letting, subletting and developing affordable space for the creative industries. Where space is available, Creative Spaces brokers it. Where space is in short supply, it creates it. City of Sydney is the first interstate council to licence the website, giving locals greater access to affordable creative spaces. Cultural Facilities Directory www.facilities.arts.nsw.gov.au/ facilities/

The Cultural Facilities Directory provides information about publicly owned NSW cultural infrastructure Creative Partnerships Australia is a outside the Sydney CBD including new social investment agency created performing arts centres, exhibition through the consolidation of the spaces, galleries, museums and Australia Council’s Artsupport Australia community halls. It lists facilities initiative and the Australia Business regularly used for paid, professional Arts Foundation (AbaF). CPA works in arts practice, presentation or partnership with government, donors, exhibition and can assist in planning investors and the community to help one off activities and tours. build the capacity of organisations and individual artists to diversify their funding sources and continuously improve their management and governance. Existing programs and services of Artsupport and AbaF will continue to be delivered while CPA develops new initiatives. 56 Part Five Supporting Information

Destination NSW Harrington St Office: 02 9931 1111 George St Office: 02 8114 2400 www.destinationnsw.com.au Destination NSW is a statutory authority established by the NSW Government to devise and implement strategies to grow the visitor economy, with particular focus on tourism and events. Its role includes marketing Sydney and NSW as one of the world’s premier tourism and major events destinations and securing major sporting and cultural events; developing and delivering initiatives that will drive visitor growth throughout the state; and to achieve the NSW Government’s goal of doubling overnight visitor expenditure within the state’s visitor economy by 2020. In addition, DNSW is the major investor in Business Events Sydney with the aim of securing more international conventions, incentive travel reward programs, corporate events and exhibitions for Sydney and regional NSW. Empty Spaces Tel: 02 9514 2900 www.emptyspaces.culturemap. org.au Empty Spaces promotes shortterm reuse of empty shops and spaces for creative and community development. The website publishes tools for empty space coordinators to start a ‘pop-up’ initiative, information for landlords and local government about creative space reuse for local development, success stories, and an online community to share knowledge.

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Advisory Sources and Resources History Council of NSW Tel: 02 9252 8715 www.historycouncilnsw.org.au

Museums & Galleries NSW (M&G NSW) Tel: 02 9358 1760 Freecall: 1800 114 311 (Regional NSW only) www.mgnsw.org.au

The History Council of NSW aims to represent the interests of the NSW history community and ensure that history, in all its forms, is a part of life in M&G NSW develops, supports and promotes regional, community policy and practice throughout NSW. and public museums and galleries Local Government NSW (LGNSW) across NSW and presents strategic Tel: 02 9242 4000 programs, advocacy and other www.lgsa.org.au services to the sector. On 1 March 2013 the Local Government Association of NSW and the Shires Association of NSW merged to become one association known as Local Government NSW. LGNSW is the industry body for local government in NSW. LGNSW represents 152 general purpose councils, 12 special purpose councils and the NSW Aboriginal Land Council. LGNSW presents councils’ and shires’ views to governments, promotes local government to the community and provides specialist advice and services. Media, Entertainment and Arts Alliance (MEAA) Tel: 1300 656 512 www.alliance.org.au The MEAA is the union and professional organisation which covers everyone in the media, entertainment, sports and arts industries.

Museums Australia Tel: 02 6230 0346 www.museumsaustralia.org.au

NAVA also offers a range of grants, awards and scholarships to support and develop the work of visual arts, craft and design practitioners. See the grants section of the NAVA website for a full list of grant programs. New Music Network (NMN) www.newmusicnetwork.com.au NMN is a collection of contemporary music ensembles and organisations dedicated to the promotion and performance of Australian new music. NSW Writers’ Centre (and other writers’ centres across the state) Tel: 02 9555 9757 www.nswwc.org.au

Museums Australia is the national organisation for the museums sector and is committed to the conservation, continuation and communication of Australia’s heritage.

The NSW Writers’ Centre promotes writing-based culture and the rights and interests of writers in NSW. The Centre provides a program of activities including workshops, courses, seminars, festivals and competitions, as well as providing mentorship opportunities, manuscript assessments and support for writers and writing organisations in NSW.

MusicNSW Tel: 02 9281 1600 www.musicnsw.com MusicNSW represents, promotes and develops the contemporary music industry in NSW through advocacy and representation.

Office for the Arts (OFTA) www.arts.gov.au

National Association for the Visual Arts (NAVA) Tel: 02 9368 1900 www.visualarts.net.au NAVA is the national peak body for the visual arts, craft and design sector. It undertakes advocacy, research, policy and project development and provides direct service to its members and the sector by offering advice, resources, training and a range of other services.

The Office for the Arts (OFTA) is the Australian Government’s arts and culture policy and funding body. It develops and administers programs and policies that encourage excellence in art, support for cultural heritage and public access to arts and culture. OFTA provides funding opportunities for arts and cultural organisations and individual artists through a range of programs.


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Advisory Sources and Resources Office of Environment and Heritage, NSW Department of Premier and Cabinet Tel: 02 9873 8500 www.environment.nsw.gov.au

Regional and Public Galleries Association of NSW www.rpg.nsw.gov.au The Regional and Public Galleries Association of New South Wales represents the 40 member galleries, all of which are non-profit organisations intent on making important contributions to the cultural life of their regions.

Royal Australian Historical Society (RAHS) Tel: 02 9247 8001 www.rahs.org.au

RAHS works for the benefit of its members and the broader community to promote interest in, and advance the study of, Australian history and to broaden opportunities for participation in historical research. In addition to running Regional Arts Development lectures, workshops and an annual Officers (RADOs) conference, the Society maintains The Regional Arts Network services a research library and administers over 100 local government areas grants for the promotion of heritage covering more than 662,000 square and the writing and publication of Pozible kilometres. Contact details for the local history. See the grants section www.pozible.com.au RADOs employed by the 14 Regional of the RAHS website for a full list of Arts Boards in NSW are available grant programs. Pozible is a crowd funding platform www.regionalartsnsw.com.au/ at: and community specifically for Screen NSW networks creative projects and ideas. It offers Tel: 02 9995 0555 creative individuals, groups and Regional Arts NSW (RANSW) www.screen.nsw.gov.au organisations the opportunity to raise Tel: 02 9270 2500 Screen NSW is a statutory authority funds by posting a project on the www.regionalartsnsw.com.au established to assist, promote and website. Regional Arts NSW is the peak strengthen the screen industry in body for regional arts activity in PlayWriting Australia NSW so as to promote Australia’s NSW. Based in Sydney, it provides Tel: 02 8571 9177 cultural identity, encourage a range of services and represents www.pwa.org.au employment in all aspects of screen a state-wide network of Regional production, encourage investment in PlayWriting Australia is the national Arts Boards. Regional Arts NSW the industry, enhance the industry’s peak body for playwriting with a assists arts and community export potential, encourage mission to support the development organisations and local arts councils innovation and enhance quality in and promotion of great new in regional NSW with funding for the industry. See the Funding and Australian writing for performance. arts and cultural projects. See the Incentives section of the Screen PlayWriting Australia works to grants section of the Regional Arts NSW website for details of their discover creative artists, improve and NSW website for a full list of grant funding programs. enhance playwrights’ skills and boost programs. national networks in order to see more Australian work on stage and in print. The Heritage Branch works with communities to help identify their important places and objects; provides guidance on how to look after heritage items; maintains the NSW Heritage Database, an online list of all statutory heritage items in NSW; and supports community heritage projects in NSW through funding and advice.


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Advisory Sources and Resources State Library of NSW Tel: 02 9273 1414 www.sl.nsw.gov.au

The Powerhouse Museum Tel: 02 9217 0111 www.powerhousemuseum.com

Varuna, the Writers’ House Tel: 02 4782 5674 www.varuna.com.au

The State Library of NSW is internationally renowned and one of Australia’s leading libraries. With an extensive collection of over five million items, the State Library aims to collect, preserve and make accessible the documentary heritage of NSW. The Library also offers access to information and resources both onsite and online, and hosts a dynamic range of public programs through exhibitions, talks, tours and movies. It supports the NSW Public Library Network, administering an annual public library grants and subsidies program.

The Powerhouse Museum is the major branch of Sydney’s Museum of Applied Arts and Sciences, which also incorporates the Sydney Observatory. The Museum’s purpose is to discover and be inspired by human ingenuity. It boasts a unique and diverse collection spanning history, science, technology, design, industry, decorative arts, music, transport, space exploration and material heritage and stories of Australian culture. Learning and creativity are a strong focus of the museum which brings its collection to life through interactive displays, education and public programs. Powerhouse Museum also has a strong regional focus, with an outreach program that supports cultural heritage organisations across the state to record, preserve and display their collections for the benefit of regional communities. Support includes Regional Internships, the Moveable Heritage Fellowship, the Professional Advice and Project Assistance Program and facilitation of the annual Regional Stakeholder Forum, in partnership with other key cultural institutions and service agencies.

Varuna, the Writers’ House is a national writers’ centre which identifies and develops the best new Australian writing, providing writers with residential space, professional development and pathways to publication. The program includes national residential and outreach programs to support the professional development of writers, fellowships, consultations, workshops, manuscripts review and a number of presentation opportunities.

Sydney Living Museums (The Historic Houses Trust) Tel: 02 8239 2288 www.sydneylivingmuseums.com.au Sydney Living Museums cares for the State's most important historic houses, museums and their collections. Their mission is to care for these significant historic places with integrity and enable people to enjoy and learn about them. They do this through a dynamic program of exhibitions, walks, talks, tours and publications and by encouraging use of their iconic venues.


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Acquittal, Acquittal report

A record, provided by the funding recipient, of the project or activity and how the funds were spent.

Amateur arts organisation An amateur organisation is one which does not engage professional artists as key creative personnel (see definition of professional arts practitioner). Artists

Persons engaged in creating and/or performing and/or teaching others these skills.

Audience development and participation

A strategy to meet the needs of existing and potential audiences and to help arts organisations to develop on-going relationships with audiences. It can include aspects of marketing, commissioning, programming, education, customer service and distribution.

Audited financial statement

A statement completed by an independent auditor or otherwise qualified Certified Practising Accountant in accordance with Auditing Standard ASA 700.

Auspicing, Auspicor, Auspicee

Auspicing is the process whereby an incorporated organisation applies for funding on behalf of an individual, partnership, group or other unincorporated organisation and takes responsibility for funding approved for the project. The auspicor is the organisation that applies for funding, and the auspicee is the individual or group that receives the benefit from the funding.

Award rates

Rates of pay prescribed by legally binding industrial awards and agreements.

Budget

An itemised summary of expected income and expenditure for a specific project or period of operations.

CALD

Culturally and linguistically diverse. CALD artists include those who speak a language other than English (LOTE) – also referred to as people from non-English speaking backgrounds (NESB), migrants, refugees and people with culturally and linguistically diverse ancestries.

Community partnerships

Engagement with, and participation in, the arts at the local and community level with a significant degree of community empowerment, decision-making and input. Projects focus on collaboration between arts and non-arts practitioners to deliver strong community and arts outcomes, particularly for sectors of the community that may be disadvantaged.


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Contractors/Consultants

People engaged to do a particular job or task or to provide expert or professional advice.

Cross-art form

Works that are a fusion of two or more art forms

Cultural infrastructure The range and network of facilities, organisations and individuals which comprise a particular cultural area, region, environment or landscape. Devolved funding, devolved grant A grant that has been provided by, or received from, a funding program delivered by another organisation on behalf of Arts NSW. Education Programs (curriculum based)

Programs directed at school children that are based on one or more components of the school curriculum.

Fellowship

Funding provided to a selected applicant to assist their professional development through study or training, professional research or a particular arts project.

Funding Agreement

A contract setting out the terms and conditions of funding, including obligations and responsibilities.

Funds, funding

Total amount paid to an organisation or individual for the term of the Funding Agreement (excluding GST and any applicable indexation).

Governance, corporate governance

The rules, processes, or laws by which businesses and other organisations are operated, regulated, and controlled.

GST (Goods and Services Tax) The value added tax of 10% on most goods and services in Australia. In-kind support, contribution

Non-cash assistance such as services or products donated to the organisation during the course of the reporting period or project period.

Major Performing Arts Companies Australia’s 28 MPA companies are funded under a national funding framework agreed to by the Cultural Ministers Council. Funding under the framework is administered jointly by the relevant State funding agency and the Australia Council. The 11 NSW funded MPA companies are:

– Australian Brandenburg Orchestra – Australian Chamber Orchestra – Bangarra Dance Theatre – Bell Shakespeare Company – Belvoir – Musica Viva – Opera Australia – Sydney Dance Company – Sydney Symphony Orchestra – Sydney Theatre Company – The Australian Ballet

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Multi-arts, Multi-art form

A grouping of two or more art forms, or a work or practice which spans two or more art forms.

New media Also known as media art. A process where new technologies are used by artists to create works that explore new modes of artistic expression. These new technologies could include computers, information and communications technology, virtual or immersive environments, or sound engineering. Not-for-profit, incorporated association

A not-for-profit organisation that does not operate for the profit or gain of individual members. It can still make a profit, but this profit must be used to carry out its purposes and must not be distributed to owners, members or other private people. An incorporated association is a legal entity separate from its individual members that can hold property, sue and be sued.

Partnership

1. An association of persons carrying on a business as partners or in receipt of income jointly.

2. A collaboration between two or more organisations or an organisation and an individual that utilises the unique expertise and resources provided by each partner to develop and/or deliver a program or project.

Peer(s)

People who practice or have practised the arts or are otherwise professionally associated with the arts or a specific art form. Peers are engaged by Arts NSW to assist with assessing applications for funding.

Professional arts practitioner

A professional arts practitioner must have a self-assessed commitment to artistic work as a major aspect of the artist’s working life, even if creative work is not the main source of income. The term professional is intended to indicate a degree of training, experience or talent and a manner of working that allows that artist’s work to be assessed against the highest professional standards of the relevant occupation.

Professional development, individual professional development

The skills and knowledge attained for both personal development and career advancement, encompassing all types of facilitated formal and informal learning opportunities.

Professional practice

Undertaking work as a professional artist.

Program, Programming, Program of activities

A series of activities by professional artists and arts practitioners defined by a strong artistic rationale or curatorial premise. It includes the organisation’s principal artistic program to be delivered over the term of the Funding Agreement, one off or time-limited projects, and/or funds for capital purposes.


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Project, Project Funding

One off or time-limited activity or event with specific goals and conditions, defined responsibilities, a budget, planning, information about the parties involved, a specific starting date, and a specific end date.

Regional New South Wales

The areas or regions outside Greater Sydney, including Newcastle, Wollongong, and areas on the Central Coast including Gosford and Wyong as well as anywhere else in New South Wales generally considered regional.

State significant

Organisations and activities which have achieved a level of recognition and support as being synonymous with, or associated with, the State or across the State, rather than purely at the local or regional level.

Support Material

Recent and relevant documentation and work samples which have been carefully selected to strengthen an application for funding as they directly relate to the assessment criteria.

Sustainability

The ability to maintain the long-term viability of the arts and cultural industry.

Touring travel costs

Travel costs specific to performing arts touring are: freight, transportation costs and fares, installation and demounting costs, accommodation, bump in/out costs and travel allowances.

Trust

A legal arrangement in which an individual (the trustor) gives fiduciary control of property or other benefits to a person or institution (the trustee) for the benefit of beneficiaries.

Visual Arts and Craft Strategy The VACS is delivered jointly by the Australian Government and all Funding Agreement State and Territory governments. It was launched in 2004 to increase the viability and vitality of Australia’s contemporary visual arts sector.

A contract setting out the terms and conditions of funding, including obligations and responsibilities.

Visual Arts and Craft Strategy (VACS) organisations

VACS organisations in NSW are supported through a negotiated agreement between the organisation, the Australia Council and Arts NSW.

Volunteers

Board/committee members and other people who volunteer their time without expectation of remuneration.


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ABS Region and Local Government Areas

To find which Local Council your Street Address (Part 1 of the Application Form) falls within, visit the Department of Local Government website at www.dlg.nsw.gov.au and enter details in the search box on the home page. Use the ABS region for the Main place/s of Activity in (Part 2 of the Application Form). ABS Region

Local Government Area

Central Coast

Gosford, Wyong

Central West

Bathurst Regional, Bland, Blayney, Cabonne, Cowra, Forbes, Lachlan, Lithgow, Mid-Western Regional, Oberon, Orange, Parkes, Weddin

Far West

Broken Hill, Central Darling

Hunter

Cessnock, Dungog, Gloucester, Great Lakes, Lake Macquarie, Maitland, Muswellbrook, Newcastle, Port Stephens, Singleton, Upper Hunter

Illawarra

Kiama, Shellharbour, Shoalhaven, Wingecarribee, Wollongong

Mid-North Coast

Bellingen, Clarence Valley, Coffs Harbour, Greater Taree, Hastings, Kempsey, Lord Howe, Nambucca, Port Macquarie-Hastings

Murray

Albury, Balranald, Berrigan, Conargo, Corowa, Deniliquin, Greater Hume, Jerilderie, Murray, Tumbarumba, Urana, Wakool, Wentworth

Murrumbidgee

Carrathool, Coolamon, Cootamundra, Griffith, Gundagai, Hay, Junee, Leeton, Lockhart, Murrumbidgee, Narrandera, Temora, Wagga Wagga

North Western

Bogan, Bourke, Brewarrina, Cobar, Coonamble, Dubbo, Gilgandra, Narromine, Walgett, Warren, Warrumbungle, Wellington

Northern

Armidale Dumaresq, Glen Innes, Gunnedah, Guyra, Gwydir, Inverell, Liverpool Plains, Moree Plains, Narrabri, Tamworth Regional, Tenterfield, Uralla, Walcha

Richmond-Tweed

Ballina, Byron, Kyogle, Lismore, Richmond Valley, Tweed

South Eastern

Bega Valley, Bombala, Boorowa, Cooma-Monaro, Eurobodalla, Goulburn, Mulwaree, Harden, Palerang, Queanbeyan, Snowy River, Tumut, Upper Lachlan, Yass, Young

Sydney (excl. Western Sydney)

Ashfield, Botany Bay, Burwood, Canada Bay, Canterbury, Hornsby, Hunters Hill, Hurstville, Kogarah, Ku-ring-gai, Lane Cove, Leichhardt, Manly, Marrickville, Mosman, North Sydney, Pittwater, Randwick, Rockdale, Ryde, Strathfield, Sutherland, Sydney City, Warringah, Waverley, Willoughby, Woollahra

Western Sydney

Auburn, Bankstown, Baulkham Hills, Blacktown, Blue Mountains, Camden, Campbelltown, Fairfield, Hawkesbury, Holroyd, Liverpool, Parramatta, Penrith, Wollondilly

Multi-regions

Refers to a funded program / project predominantly taking place in more than one region of NSW.

Interstate/International

Refers to a funded program / project predominantly taking place outside NSW.


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Arts NSW Staff General Administration Email: [email protected] Freecall: 1800 358 594 (NSW) Tel: (02) 8218 2222 Rachel Cheetham Director, Funding Programs [email protected] Performing Arts Tel: (02) 8218 2243 Denise King Manager [email protected] Angela Cecco Senior Program Officer [email protected]

Gabrielle Eade Acting Manager [email protected] Sam Wild Acting Senior Program Officer [email protected] Jane Gillespie Acting Program Officer [email protected] Carol Hines Acting Program Support Officer [email protected] Mirella Torrisi Administrative Officer [email protected]

Denise Wilkie Program Officer [email protected]

Funding Administration and Reporting Tel: (02) 8218 2233

Barbara Vickery Acting Program Support Officer [email protected]

Julie Taylor Manager [email protected]

Tatiana Barisa Administrative Officer [email protected]

Elizabeth Bright Project Officer [email protected]

Visual Arts, Museums, Literature, New Media, Key Festivals & the Visual Arts and Craft Strategy Tel: (02) 8218 2232

Melita Rogowsky Acting Contracts Officer [email protected] Greg Snook Funding Support Officer [email protected] Jean Moylan Administrative Officer [email protected]

Arts NSW will be moving premises in July. Following the move, phone numbers will change. Please check the Arts NSW website for the most up to date contact information.


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Assistance for people with disability Arts NSW is committed to supporting applicants with disability. Information can be provided in alternative formats upon request (i.e. large print or electronic).

Interpreting assistance in Languages other than English If you have difficulty understanding this handbook or would prefer to discuss your application in your first language you can access an interpreter immediately.

The Online Application System has built-in screen reader functionality. If you require assistance with your application please contact Arts NSW on:

Telephone the Translating and Interpreting Service for the cost of a local call on tel: 131 450.

Freecall: 1800 358 594 (NSW) Tel: (02) 8218 2222 To make a National Relay Service call: Type and read, type and listen, or speak and read 133 677 or 1800 555 677 to call a toll-free 1800 number Speak and listen (speech to speech relay) 1300 555 727 or 1800 555 727 to call a toll-free 1800 number


Indicate which language you wish to use and ask to speak to a member of the Arts NSW Funding team on (02) 8218 2222. Please make this call during Arts NSW office hours of 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday.

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Violence, The Red Room Company, 2012. Candy Royale. Photo: Nicola Bailey

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Supermodern: Dance of Distraction by Anton. 2012. Photo: Tim Thatcher