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July 5, 2025

First Nations Reference Group: lead a regional Victorian First Nation’s creative voice

Express your interest in joining a regional creative First Nations Reference Group.

Creative Communities
Membership
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July 4, 2025

Member Story: Little Gallery Trentham

The Little Gallery in the heart of picturesque Trentham is one of Central Victoria’s premier artist run spaces.

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Organisational Updates
June 24, 2025

Final Report from the Inquiry into cultural and creative industries in Victoria

The final Report from the Inquiry into cultural and creative industries in Victoria has been released. Download here.

Funding
Media Release
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June 18, 2025

$143,722 Announced for Regional Artists and Communities in Victoria

Seven Project Grants have been awarded more than $140,000 in Victoria through the Australian Government’s Regional Arts Fund.

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Organisational Updates
June 17, 2025

Welcome to two new RAV Board Members

The Board of Regional Arts Victoria are thrilled to welcome two new Board members

Upcoming Events

Member Events
From: August 7, 2025

15:23 A Re-collection of Resistance

Exhibition to mark the 20-year anniversary of one woman’s escape from eight years of coercive control. 7-30 August 2025 at THB Studio, Ballarat Central.
Member Events
From: August 3, 2025

Electronic Music and Abstract Feature Film

A very special live music and film performance followed by a local filmmaker’s abstract feature film. 3 August 2025 at the La Trobe Art Institute.
Member Events
From: November 8, 2025

Lyrebird Presents at Meeniyan – Frank Yamma and Radical Son

A very special double-header evening. Two performances from Frank Yamma and Radical Son. Friday 8 November 2025 at the Meeniyan Town Hall.
Member Events
From: July 23, 2025

LaMama Regional CONNECT

La Mama Connect Mobile will be visiting Yarrawonga to meet and consult with theatre makers and creatives to discuss Pathways, Networking, Community Building and Professional Development, as well as scoping opportunities for regional and metro exchange. 23 July 2025 at the Old Railway – Lott Street, Yarrawonga
Member Events
From: July 19, 2025

Your Stage: Blackwood Open Mic, Featuring Barry James Gilson

Winter series of open mic nights at Martin Street Coffee Roasters, Blackwood. Saturday nights from 6pm at the Martin Street Coffee Roasters, Blackwood 19 July, 16 August, 20 September

Latest Resources

Sustainable Business and the Visitor Economy: Information Session and Q&A

Despina Karatzias of the Victorian Tourism Industry Council (VTIC) discusses sustainability across environmental, cultural, social and commercial business practices, as well as some ways creatives can tap into Victoria’s visitor economy.

CaPT Professional Development Series – The Artforms of Circus & Physical Theatre

A valuable hour-long webinar offering in-depth knowledge tailored for teams seeking a deeper understanding of circus and physical theatre.

CaPT Professional Development Series – Exploring Collaborative Ventures: Unlocking Partnership Models in the Circus Industry

In this webinar Fergus Linehan delved into the realm of collaborative ventures within the circus industry.

What to Present to Your Community

Options to help decide what type of live performance or event you would like to present for your community.

Getting Set Up as a Community Presenter

You have a hall or a venue and a community that’s excited about the creative possibilities of the space – that’s a great start!

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