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July 16, 2026

Supporter Story: Jenny and Ian Hearnes

We’re shining a spotlight on some of RAV’s generous donors, Jenny and Ian Hearnes.

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July 10, 2026

Impact Story: Strategic Partnerships funding to strengthen regional creative communities

RAV has received funding through the Strategic Partnerships Grants program to deliver three collaborative projects.

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July 8, 2026

Why Professional Indemnity Insurance is a good fit for creatives

Learn how important it is to protect yourself in your professional practice with Professional Indemnity Insurance

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July 7, 2026

Impact Story: Your generosity is helping creativity thrive in regional Victoria

Our end of financial year fundraising campaign is complete – take a look at what we achieved.

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June 29, 2026

Changes to South West Creative Industries Strategy Partnership 

Southern Grampians Shire Council marks a transition from a regional partnership following more than a decade of collaborative work supporting the region’s creative sector. 

Upcoming Events

Member Events
17 Jul

Women of Wit – Castlemaine

Women of Wit showcases the best new, emerging and established women in stand-up comedy.
Member Events
18 Jul

Lyrebird Presents at Meeniyan – The Black Sorrows

The Black Sorrows, one of Australia’s most enduring bands, and led by the charismatic legendary Joe Camilleri, return to Meeniyan Town Hall on 18 July .
Member Events
18 Jul

Storytelling across the seas; From Ballarat, Australia to Rafah, Gaza: Creative Walk & Exhibition Fundraiser

Join walking artist Amy Tsilemanis and friends for a curated creative walk in Ballarat’s CBD, exhibition and lunch raising funds for media student Aseel
Member Events
19 Jun – 19 Jul

East Gippsland Winter Festival

A month-long festival of light, food, music, art and culture.
Member Events
21 Jul

'No Rules' Painting workshop with Jane Downing

Step into a space where there are no rules, no pressure, and no “right way” to create. This is painting at its most playful—messy, intuitive, and full of surprises.

Current Opportunities

Artist Callouts, Expressions of Interest and Prizes
17 Jul
Art Prize – ‘Nature Speaks’ Entries now open until 30 June 2026
Enter this popular environmental arts prize NOW!

Artist Callouts, Expressions of Interest and Prizes
Closes: 19 Jul
Call for Young Creatives: Surf Coast Shire Youth Art Exhibition 2026
Surf Coast Shire are seeking applications from young creatives (12-25 years old) to be part…

Artist Callouts, Expressions of Interest and Prizes
Closes: 20 Jul
The Grace Marion Wilson Emerging Writers Competition
The Grace Marion Wilson Emerging Writers Competition Returns for 2026

Professional Development
Closes: 22 Jul
Forum | Speaking Plainly: Honest conversations for a sector in transition
Victorian Museums & Galleries Forum 2026

Jobs and Volunteering
Closes: 22 Jul
Arts and Culture Engagement Lead
Mornington Peninsula Shire is looking for an energetic, creative connector to help shape the cultural…

Latest Resources

Marketing for Community Presenters: Information Session and Q&A

Learn about Audience Development and how to identify what your community is interested in.

Grant Case Study: Castlemaine the Musical

Supported through a RAF Project Grant, Castlemaine the Musical exemplifies the power of locally driven storytelling.

Insurance for Individuals & Organisations: Information Session and Q&A

In these online information sessions, Simone from GSA Insurance Brokers discussed all things insurance for individuals and organisations.

Audience Atlas Victoria: Insights for Regional Creatives

In this online information session and Q&A Debbie Spence from MHM shares the latest insights from Audience Atlas Victoria 2024.

Grant Case Study: From Woodford to San Francisco, southwest musician Nigel Wearne

Southwest Victorian musician Nigel Wearne was a successful applicant of a Quick Response Grant which supported him to travel to the US and perform at the world-renowned Hardly Strictly Bluegrass festival.

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