ANNOUNCEMENTS

After seven years of keeping our stories sharp, our deadlines sane, and our communications free from accidental typos that could have started international incidents, we’re wishing our brilliant Communications Officer Ray Duggan, a very happy retirement. Thank you for bringing clarity, creativity, and just the right amount of mischief to every project. We miss you already. Enjoy the next chapter — you’ve more than earned it!

From the staff and Board at South West Arts and END FM

'In the spirit of reconciliation, South West Arts acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.'

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Hallway Gallery at South West Arts

Biami ~ by Norman Stewart "Yackaduna"

RALLY Rural Innovators is calling for artists and arts organisations ready to spark change in their communities. This free program connects regional creatives with the skills, support, and networks they need to kickstart or grow arts‑led regeneration projects.
Participants gain:
•    Six online workshops + creative connection sessions with industry experts and plenty of space to swap ideas with fellow innovators.
•    Access to the Rural Innovators online portal, including the regeneration resource library and peer network.
•    An invitation to the RALLY Regeneration Forum in Kandos, April 2026.
•    The chance to apply for a bursary to help you get there.
If you’re ready to shape the future of rural creativity, applications are open now. Register online here

Big Win for Local Youth Radio Station with Over $80,000 in New Funding.

ENDFM Youth Radio Station, proudly supported by South West Arts, has received more than $80,000 through the 2024/25 Arts and Cultural Funding Program.

South West Arts Executive Director, Kerry-Anne Jones, said the project is an important step in supporting the next generation of creative talent in the region.

"This funding helps us keep investing in young people – especially those who might not always get the same opportunities, like First Nations youth, people from different cultural backgrounds, and those living in remote or disadvantaged communities."

If you would like to know more about the project or would like to get involved, please contact us via the ENDFM website

Learn more

Connect easily with government services and access the information and support you need on the Australian Government’s Digital Youth Hub.
You'll find information about:
- Health and well-being
- Education and training
- Employment
- Life stuff
- The environment
Plus, you’ll discover upcoming opportunities to have your say through surveys, consultations and more.
The Hub is managed by the Australian Government’s Office for Youth.

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The centrepiece of the tool is its easy-to-use mapping and route-building interface. Users can also access detailed venue information, including contact and booking details, capacity and accessibility info, and technical specifications – everything needed to take the stress and guesswork out of touring regional locations for the first time. Find out more