“ENCOUNTER Berry” dance performance by Emma Saunders and WE ARE HERE Company at the OpenField Arts Festival, 2023. Recipient of a 2022 Regional Arts Fund Project Grant. Photo credit: Andrea Christie David.

National Regional Arts Fellowship Program funding is now open

EOI's are now open, this year Regional Arts Australia are looking for bold proposals that explore economic, cultural, or environmental sustainability.

This is your chance to secure guaranteed funding to focus on your creative practice, develop your skills, grow your networks, or dive into research.

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Here’s what’s on offer:

• 5 x Creative & Professional Development Fellowship – $20,000
  For regional artists and arts workers to supercharge their creative practice or professional growth while focusing on sustainability.
•  2 x Early Career Development Fellowship – $10,000
  Designed for emerging artists and arts workers who are early in their journey and haven’t had as many chances to access funding. It’s all about helping you take your next big step while prioritizing sustainability.
• In total, seven fellowships will be awarded, with $120,000 in funding available.

Expressions of Interest close: 23 February 2025, 11:59pm AEDT.

This is your moment to shine, grow, and create. Don’t miss out – submit your EOI today!

Regional Arts Australia are also looking for folk wanting to play a key role in supporting regional arts.

They’re on the lookout for artists, arts workers, and industry experts to join the national Assessor Pool 2025

This is a paid opportunity for people with the skills and know-how to fairly and thoughtfully assess applications to Regional Arts Australia programs. If you’re involved in the arts or community sectors, Regional Arts want to hear from you.

They’re seeking a diverse mix of assessors across artforms, career stages, cultural backgrounds, locations, and ages. Whether you’re an artist, arts administrator, practitioner, or sector professional, this is your chance to make a real impact.

The Assessor Pool will evaluate applications for Regional Arts Australia programs and may also support Regional Program Administrators in each state and territory to review submissions for Regional Arts Fund Project Grants and Quick Response Grants.

Ready to join? Submit your expression of interest today! 

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