A 10-year roadmap for the Queensland Arts sector will include a new model for regional arts service delivery.
State Arts Minister John-Paul Langbroek said the new strategy aimed to grow the arts, cultural and creative industries in the lead-up to the Brisbane 2032 Games and beyond.
“With just seven years to go until the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, I am focused on ensuring arts, culture and creativity are embedded in its planning and delivery,” Minister Langbroek said.
He said the Strategy included $39.2 million in four-year core funding for 53 arts groups through the Organisations Fund 2026-2029.
“The investment will support the highest-ever number of arts recipients, including 13 new entrants and eight regional arts organisations.”
Minister Langbroek said the first 12-month action plan included critical initiatives including the development of a State-wide arts and cultural legacy plan, an arts education and creative careers roadmap, and increased support for regional arts and culture.
“Increased funding of $9.4 million secured through this year’s Queensland Budget will also support a new model of regional arts service delivery from 2026, including the continued delivery of key regional festivals including Woodford Folk Festival, the North Australia Festival of Arts and Opera Queensland’s Festival of Outback Opera.”
