Arts Queensland Resource Update - Issue 32 of 2014
- 11 Dec 2014
Australian Theatre Forum 2015
Held over four days in January, this will be a unique opportunity for diverse Australian theatre makers to gather, engage in inspirational conversations, critically reflect upon the state of play for theatre practice, and also examine the histories, legacies and policy innovations that have led us here. ATF 2015: MAKING IT will be held at the Seymour Centre in Sydney from 20-23 January 2015, as part of Sydney Festival. For further information go to http://www.australiantheatreforum.com.au/atf-2015/about-us/
Tim Fairfax Family Foundation
The Tim Fairfax Family Foundation (TFFF) supports Australian charitable organisations and initiatives aimed at addressing the particular needs of communities in rural, remote and regional areas within Queensland and the Northern Territory. Applications are accepted at any time during the year and the TFFF considers funding submissions at quarterly Trustees Meetings. For further information go to http://www.tfff.org.au/
Billy Thorpe Scholarship – Application Deadline Extended
Applications for the 7th annual Billy Thorpe Scholarship have been extended until midnight Sunday 14th December 2014. Valued at $10,000 the scholarship is awarded annually to an emerging Queensland based contemporary musician or band with past winners including Jeremy Neale (Velociraptor), Astrid and the Asteroids, and Sam Hales (The Jungle Giants). For further information and to apply go to http://www.qmusic.com.au/index.cfm?contentID=607&articleID=10475
Arts in Daily Life: Queenslanders and the arts
New research confirms that Queenslanders are highly engaged in the arts – the events we attend, how we participate, and what we think of the arts as well as the barriers preventing Queenslanders from getting involved. Arts in Daily Life: Queenslanders and the Arts was commissioned in partnership with the Australia Council for the Arts and conducted by instinct and reason, an independent market research consultancy in late 2013. The report follows on from the 2009 research More than Bums on Seats: Queenslanders and the arts. Taken together, the two reports provide not only a snapshot of Queenslanders and the arts now, but also what has changed in the past three years. for more information and links to the reports go to http://www.arts.qld.gov.au/blog/index.php/arts-in-daily-life/
ACNC’s template constitution for a charitable company limited by guarantee
The Australian Charities and Not-for-profit Commission has designed a template to help a charitable, not-for-profit company limited by guarantee create a suitable governing document. It is designed for small companies with a straightforward membership. Larger, more complex companies will have different requirements. The template constitution and guide to the template constitution have been developed in consultation with the ACNC Advisory Board, professional and sector user groups and focus group participants. http://www.acnc.gov.au/ACNC/Pblctns/Guides/ACNC/Publications/CLG_template/TemplateCLG_Landing.aspx
Australia Council grants
For information on the 2015 grants programs go to http://www.australiacouncil.gov.au/funding/new-grants-model/ . The first round closes on 3 March 2015 and potential applicants are encouraged to contact Australia Council now to seek guidance on formulating your proposal. The funding categories are:
- Development Grants for Individuals and Groups – $5,000 – $25,000
- Arts Projects for Individuals and Groups – $10,000 – $50,000
- Arts Projects – Organisations – $10,000 – $150,000
- Six Year Funding – Organisations
Arts for All Queenslanders Strategy
New posts include:
- Dance for Parkinson’s – Belinda Wilson discusses the benefits of partnerships between health and arts organisations
- Tania Frazer gives an insider’s perspective on the benefits and challenges of being an Ensemble-in-Residence at a major performing arts venue
Articles & Reports
- Harnessing the economic and social power of data New Zealand Data Futures Forum
- Ten trends for 2015 Trendwatching.com
- Has technology changed cultural taste? Serena Kutchinsky The Guardian UK
- Digital Culture 2014 Nesta
- How hierarchies happen in contemporary Australian art Sasha Grishin
Contact Linda Dreghorn on linda.dreghorn@arts.qld.gov.au if you have any items you would like to have included in the regular resource update.