Arts and cultural groups are invited to apply for a grant under the Arts and Cultural Small Grants Program.
Gunnedah Shire Council Manager Economy and Growth Susan Frater said the Section 356 Arts and Cultural Small Grants Program “assists in the delivery of existing and new projects or initiatives that strengthen cultural identity and connection to place”.
“The program has been operating for seven years and in that time has helped progress many exciting initiatives,” Ms Frater said.
“Community art and photography exhibitions, cultural activities, shows, performances and festivals are just some of the projects funded in the past. We hope to see some great applications this year that will add to our already vibrant events calendar.”
The funding pool is limited and the level of funding for successful applicants is dependent on the project. Applicants are encouraged to consider applications that enhance local opportunities and experiences in the arts and cultural sector.
Application forms and grant guidelines are available from Council’s website at www.gunnedah.nsw.gov.au.
Artists called to create for NAIDOC Week
Meanwhile, the call is our for artists across Gunnedah Shire to get creative ahead of NAIDOC Week 2024.
Held across Australia from 7-14 July, 2024, NAIDOC Week will celebrate and recognise the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
This year’s theme is “Keep the fire burning! Blak, loud and proud!” and artists are invited to create an artwork – whether it is sculpture, painting or another form of art – to be included in the annual Gunnedah NAIDOC Exhibition.
Submissions can be dropped off at the Gunnedah Bicentennial Creative Arts Gallery between 9am, Monday, 24 June and 3pm, Sunday, 30 June.
Submission forms are available on the Civic website – www.thecivic.com.au – and the exhibition will open at 1pm on Friday, 5 July.
The exhibition will continue until 9am, Friday, August 9, when artists can collect their works.
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