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A
culturally
ambitious
nation
S t r at e g i c
P la n
2014 to 2019
O u r C u lt u r e i s u n i q u e .
A
culturally ambitious nation
draws strength from these
I t is a culture that is deeply diversities. It utilises them
to expand the dimensions of our
shaped b y more than 7 0 , 0 0 0 creativity. A culturally ambitious
nation acknowledges that music,
y ears of continued , unbroken books, theatre, film, paintings,
sculpture, dance and a myriad of
I ndigenous stor y telling . other art forms are central to our
lives. It cherishes its great artists from
I t reflects A ustralia ’ s two all regions, and across all practices.
centuries of settlement from We take great pride in our artists’
achievements – locally, regionally,
around the world . W e are a
nationally and internationally.
diverse communit y of identities , In a culturally ambitious nation
Australians demand opportunities to
faiths , individual differences gain access to and participate in the
arts, be it as consumers or creators.
and pursuits , y et we have man y
Creativity starts with childhood
shared values and our sense curiosity. It continues through our
lives. A culturally ambitious nation
of nation is strong . embraces the arts in everyday life –
at home, in kindergartens, schools
and universities, in shopping centres
and office blocks, at sporting venues,
in the media. We want to be a nation
where artistic enterprise and respect
for culture are entrenched.
In Australia, we expect and anticipate
that our artists will exercise our
freedom of expression and be fearless,
take risks, and develop and present
inspiring work across national and
international borders. A culturally
ambitious nation is confident
and constantly striving.
At the Australia Council, artists are
our heroes. In our culturally ambitious
nation, they take their places amongst
the nation’s heroes.
Rupert Myer AM
Chair
Front cover
Image 1: Expressions Dance Company,
Jack Ziesing in Natalie Weir’s When Time Stops
Tony Grybowski
Credit: Dylan Evans CEO
Image 2: Lena Nyadbi Dayiwul Lirlmim
on the rooftop of the Musée du quai Branly
Our purpose: to Cham pi o n and invest in Austr alian arts The Council’s Strategic Plan articulates our leadership role in building a vibrant arts ecology by fostering excellence and increasing national and international engagement with Australian art and artists. We will continue to fund excellent art across all art forms. We will adapt the way we invest in the arts to increase our impact and become more open and reflective of evolving arts practice. We will change our funding programs so that artists can apply for the funding they need, without having to fit their practice into art form categories. We will make longer term funding available to arts organisations to give them the security to plan ahead. Our grants assessment will reflect the goals set out in this plan and rely on rigorous peer assessment. The Council will embrace its role as the national advocate for the arts. Our enhanced research program will contribute significantly to the evidence base and each year we will prepare the State of the Arts Report. We will build stronger relationships with other policy areas and stimulate an informed national dialogue on Australian arts. Image: Dark Palace by Frank Moorhouse Credit: Australia Council
goal Australian Arts are
one w i t h o u t bo r d e r s
e x p l o r at i o n : Australia is known overseas As borders dissolve, dialogue,
more for its tourism and job collaboration and exchange between
enable artists to discover
opportunities than for its arts Australian artists and their international
and develop across borders
and culture. We export far fewer counterparts will be greater than ever
before. New audiences will experience
r e c i p r oc i t y : cultural goods and services than
Australian art. More people will engage
we import. We want to shift this
strengthen collaboration meaningfully with Australian arts here
balance and enable Australian and overseas.
and partnerships nationally
arts to flourish overseas.
and internationally
We will focus on enabling Australian
A
rt is an international art to travel freely across borders:
s t i m u l at i o n : language that transcends
captivate global global borders. More than one –– We will enable artists to discover
in three Australian artists has engaged and develop by supporting their
audiences with diverse
in international work. Australian artists mobility and building a worldwide
Australian work network of arts partners for
and arts organisations continue to
increase their international activity Australian artists.
e xpa n s i o n : over time. However, while some barriers –– We will strengthen collaborations
grow the profile have been removed by new technology, and partnerships by developing
of Australian arts vast distances and the high cost of and delivering an international
travel can still prevent artists and arts development strategy.
companies from touring or collaborating –– We will captivate global audiences
within and beyond Australia. by investing in strategic international
buyers programs to introduce
In our region, the rapid growth of
Australian work to new markets.
developing and newly industrialised
nations means there are more artists –– We will grow the profile of Australian
influencing global narratives. arts by identifying and enabling
This presents an economic and cultural signature programs that showcase
opportunity for our artists and arts excellent Australian work to
organisations to build connections new audiences.
Image: 2013 Castlemaine State Festival Public with our Asian neighbours. –– We will maximise the impact
Opening, Cornucopia, Creative Producer of National Regional Touring
Jude Anderson, Punctum Programs to increase access
Credit: Michael Nix
across regional communities.
goal A u s t r a l i a i s k n ow n fo r
t wo i t s g r e at a r t a n d a r t i s t s
strength: The arts can be seen as the Australian artists will be known for their
research and development arm of expression, daring and skill. They will
build the capacity of artists
culture: artists are experimenting create experiences that enrich lives,
to make excellent work
with new ways to look at the locally and globally. Arts organisations
will enable artists to achieve great art.
adventu re : human experience. It is through
supporting experimentation and We will focus on supporting
foster experimentation
encouraging new and diverse great art and artists:
and risk-taking in all art forms
artistic expressions, that public
investment supports great art. –– We will strengthen the capacity
excellence: Over eight in ten Australians agree of artists to make excellent work
support arts organisations by identifying and fast tracking
it is exciting to see new styles and
to lead in innovation, the development of exceptional
types of art, and a similar number artists to become an internationally
collaboration and development agree they are inspired by the acknowledged talent.
of original work skill of great artists.
–– We will foster experimentation
I
and risk-taking in all art forms by
d i v e r s i t y: t is important that all artists should
stimulating artists and organisations to
be able to express their art, no matter
fuel diverse practice from experiment in their artistic practice.
from where they come. Australia has
artists of many different –– We will continue to invest in
the highest proportion of overseas-born
backgrounds people amongst large OECD nations. initiatives that drive innovation and
However, only two-thirds of Australians artistic vibrancy in arts organisations.
agree that the arts currently reflect the –– We will fuel diverse practice
cultural diversity of Australia. We want from artists of many backgrounds
to change this by supporting a more by investing in a Cultural
diverse range of artists in our work. Diversity Program.
–– We will create a more efficient
A resilient stable infrastructure of arts
and flexible grants program to
organisations offers career pathways
enable artists to express their
for artists through small, medium and
artistic vision.
major companies. We will continue to
support the stability and flexibility of
Image: Australian Chamber Orchestra
this infrastructure across all art forms.
Credit: Paul Henderson-Kelly
goal the arts enrich
three d a i ly l i f e fo r a l l
abundance : Australians know that art can Every Australian should be able to
enrich us. Over eight in ten believe experience the transformative power
infuse everyday life with
the arts make for a richer and of art, no matter where they live, what
arts and culture
more meaningful life. Nine in ten language they speak, or how much
they earn.
inclusion: feel the arts are an important
part of a child’s education. We will focus on bringing art into
ensure more Australians
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our daily lives:
have access to and engage ublic engagement with
with the arts the arts is high and has grown –– We will infuse everyday life with
over the past few decades. the arts by helping the arts to reach
n e w g e n e r at i o n : More people are creating art than ever new audiences in unexpected
strengthen artistic experiences before and attendance and reading places, events and communities.
have increased steadily. Research –– We will ensure more Australians
by, with and for children and
shows that this is good for Australia: have access to the arts by partnering
young people
artists make an important contribution with states, territories and local
to society, building our ability to governments on targeted arts
leverage : express ourselves and our identities, development in regional and
increase public and private our sense of wellbeing and happiness, urban areas.
investment in the arts and enhancing our creativity.
–– We will strengthen artistic
We will promote greater appreciation experiences by, with and for children
for the arts, and a deeper and young people by facilitating
understanding of their value. collaboration between young people
and more established artists
Attitudes towards the arts have evolved to create new work.
over the last fifteen years. Two in three –– We see the opportunity to increase
Australians now think that the arts are public and private investment in
affordable and relevant to them. We want the arts. We will develop a strategy
Australian audiences to have even greater to leverage additional funding.
access to the arts.
Image: Musica Viva Schools Program
Credit: Keith Saunders
goal Austr alian s ch eri sh
fo u r Abo r i g i n a l a n d To r r e s S t r a i t
I s l a n d e r a r t s a n d c u lt u r e s
e n r i c h m e n t: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander
Islanders are the longest artists will be celebrated as heroes.
embed Aboriginal and
continuous art and culture More Australians will have the chance
Torres Strait Islander arts and
makers on earth. Most Aboriginal to engage meaningfully with Indigenous
cultures into Australian arts arts and cultures.
and Torres Strait Islanders are
brilliance: culturally active, with two in three We will focus on supporting
attending a cultural event each Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander
boost investment
year. Research shows almost arts and cultures:
in artistic excellence
all Aboriginal and Torres Strait
–– We will embed Aboriginal and
Islanders want to participate more
belonging : in cultural activities, but there
Torres Strait Islander arts and cultures
increase Australians’ experience into Australian arts by creating
is a real risk that culture will a brokerage service to support
of Aboriginal and Torres Strait be lost as elders pass away. organisations to collaborate and
Islander arts and cultures
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program Indigenous created work.
ustralians agree indigenous
culture is an important part of –– We will boost investment in artistic
j o u r n e y: excellence by investing in the
Australian culture, and many say
support Aboriginal and development of signature works
it is not well represented; and as a result
Torres Strait Islander young only a minority actually engages with by Aboriginal and Torres Strait
people to practice and Indigenous arts in a regular way. Two in Islander artists and organisations.
experience their culture three Australians have a strong or growing –– We will increase Australians’
interest in Indigenous arts, however, only experience of Aboriginal and Torres
two in five have actually engaged with Strait Islander arts and cultures by
Indigenous arts in the past year. creating an Indigenous market and
audience development strategy.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander –– We will support young Aboriginal
arts and cultures are precious. More and Torres Strait Islander people to
Australians should be able to experience practise and experience their culture
them. Oodgeroo Noonuccal said “The by supporting an intergenerational
artist educates the public” – now is the transfer of Indigenous arts and
time for us to cherish Aboriginal and culture knowledge.
Torres Strait Islander arts and cultures.
Image: Djuki Mala Chooky Dancers
Credit: Sean YoungThis Plan –– Through our grants we fund a Boar d m em b ers
range of arts activities including the
This document sets out our vision for creation of new work, collaborations, Mr Rupert Myer AM, Chair
the arts in Australia. It also defines the touring, productions, exhibitions, Ms Robyn Archer AO, Deputy Chair
goals and strategies that will guide our performances, publishing, recording, Mr Tony Grybowski
work over the next five years. promotion, marketing and Mr Waleed Aly
It responds to our new legislation audience engagement. Ms Lee-Ann Buckskin
and is informed by sector and –– We provide multi-year funding to Mr Adrian Collette AM
nationwide consultation. arts organisations across Australia Mr Khoa Do
that create and present work
Professor Matthew Hindson AM
and service the arts and artists.
Abo u t U s –– Through targeted programs and
Ms Mary–Ellen King
Ms Sophie Mitchell
The Australia Council for the Arts strategic initiatives we support
Ms Samantha Mostyn
is the Australian Government’s the arts sector and lead change
where needed. Mr Tim Orton
arts funding and advisory body.
The Australia Council was originally –– We advocate for the arts sector
established as an independent and deliver original research
statutory authority through the and analysis to inform policy
Australia Council Act 1975. On 1 July and strengthen the arts industry.
2013, the Australia Council Act 2013
commenced, updating the functions
of the Australia Council. The Australia
Council is accountable to the Australian F O R M O RE
Parliament and to the Government IN F O RMATI O N :
through the Minister for the Arts.
Australia Council for the Arts
372 Elizabeth Street, Surry Hills NSW 2010
PO Box 788, Strawberry Hills NSW 2012
Image 1: New Australian Pavilion, Venice Phone: +61 2 9215 9000
Credit: Image courtesy of Denton Corker Marshall Toll-free: 1800 226 912
Image 2: Anita Hegh, Tom Usher, Lachlan Elliott
Email: comms@australiacouncil.gov.au
and Nathaniel Dean in Sydney Theatre Company’s This plan references Arts in Daily Life: Australian
The Secret River Participation in the Arts, an Australia Council report
Credit: Heidrun Löhr released in May 2014. a u s t r a l i a co u n c i l . g o v . a uYou can also read
