We support arts and cultural development in regional and remote communities to help overcome the obstacles presented by distance and population size. Regional Arts Fund Festivals Australia National Regional Programs—touring The Australia Council delivers National Regional Programs to support tours by performing artists, musicians and exhibitions. Visions of Australia Latest news Funding available for arts activities at regional and remote festivals Round 21 of the Festivals Australia program is now open, with over $700,000 available to support arts projects delivered in regional and remote areas. 9 Sep 2025 Regional arts projects to receive funding boost Forty-four new arts projects will share in over $1 million thanks to the Regional Arts Fund. 26 Jun 2025 New research sheds light on creative workplaces New research has investigated how Australia’s creative workforce and economy can best be supported to thrive and create lifelong careers in the arts sector. 21 Mar 2025 Round 20 of Visions of Australia program open to applications Australians in regional and remote areas will see imaginative exhibitions visit their communities once funding is awarded later this year. 23 Jan 2025 Read more news Funding programs Festivals Australia National Collecting Institutions Touring and Outreach Program Indigenous Languages and Arts program Browse all funding