Sydney’s first Centre for LGBTQIA+ History and Culture has officially opened at the former site of the Old Darlinghurst...
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Colouring the city: Wyndham’s decade-long public art plan
Tess Macallan Arts, Council, Features, Recreation 0By Tess Macallan, Journalist, Council Magazine As Australia’s cities and suburbs continue to expand and change, creating vibrant communities...
Plans revealed for renewal of Goolugatup Lowerlands
Kody Cook Arts, Civil Construction, Council, News, Planning, Recreation 0The City of Melville has revealed that it has been working with Whadjuk Traditional Owners and Elders to develop...
By Camilla Walker, Nillumbik Shire Council It’s been a tough few years for Melbourne’s creative community, with the freedom...
VIC Council releases new opportunities for youth
Tayla Oates Arts, Community Services, Council, News, Spotlight, VIC 0Baw Baw Shire Council has created two new opportunities to empower the region’s youth, with both funded by the...
23 NSW Councils receive graffiti management grants
Tayla Oates Arts, Council, News, NSW, Urban Development 023 Councils across New South Wales have received grants to revitalise underused public spaces and prevent graffiti vandalism. The...
Council supports creative community through ArtsACTION program
Tayla Oates Arts, Council, News, Recreation, Spotlight, VIC 0Nillumbik Shire Council, alongside five other Melbourne Councils, is set to launch the ArtsACTION initiative – which will provide...
Geelong community groups to share $690,000 in grants
Tayla Oates Arts, Council, Parks, Project, Public facilities, Recreation, Sports, VIC 0The City of Greater Geelong’s 2022-23 Community Grants program has awarded 118 local clubs and organisations $690,000 in funding...
Smart mural lighting up community experience and safety
Holly Tancredi Arts, Council, News, Project, Recreation, Smart Cities, Urban Development 0The installation of a new photoluminescent community mural has marked the beginning of Yarra City Council’s smart technology solutions...
WestInvest to fund community hubs in Wollondilly
Rebecca Todesco Arts, Council, Footpaths, News, NSW, Planning, Public facilities, Spotlight, Urban Development 0The latest local government area to benefit from the $5 billion WestInvest Fund is Wollondilly Shire Council, with a...
Wyndham City Council’s 10 Year Art Plan 2022-2032 has been given the green light by Council, with the plan...
Council opens grant applications for business development initiatives
April Shepherd Arts, News, Recreation, Spotlight 0The City of Melbourne has opened applications for grants of up to $10,000 for individuals and organisations that deliver...
Collingwood heritage site revamped into indigenous fashion hub
April Shepherd Arts, Community Services, Cultural Services, Environment and Sustainability, Features, Project, Public facilities 0In Melbourne a historical church hall and caretaker’s residence in Collingwood has been transformed into a First Nations fashion...
Lord Mayors: why do some councils get royal recognition?
Council Journalist Arts, Community Services, Cultural Services, Features 0From David Attenborough to Adele, royal titles are typically bestowed in recognition of an individual’s contribution to their field....
The City of Melbourne’s Moomba Festival is preparing for a grand return in March 2022, with new efforts to...
$100,000 for local arts and culture initiatives
laurendelorenzo Arts, Community Services, Council, Cultural Services, News, Spotlight 0A new round of funding from the City of Stirling’s Community Creativity Fund has been announced, with over $100,000...
Mornington Peninsula releases grants for community, accessibility, environment
April Shepherd Arts, News, Recreation, Spotlight 0The Mornington Peninsula Shire Council in Victoria is encouraging community members, organisations and local businesses to participate in four...