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COVID-19 Audience Outlook Monitor – Phase 3 report out now

Sep 22, 2020

National results from the third phase of the COVID-19 Audience Outlook Monitor are now available.

Children making puppets at Claremont Christmas Event, 2014. Facilitated by Spare Parts Puppet Theatre. Photo by Jessica Wyld

Now open — Creative Communities COVID-19 Recovery Program

Sep 1, 2020

Applications are now open to the DLGSC and Lotterywest Creative Communities COVID-19 Recovery Program.

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House of Representatives Standing Committee on Communications and the Arts inquiry into Australia’s cultural and creative industries and institutions

Aug 31, 2020

Australia’s cultural and creative industries and institutions will be the focus of a new Parliamentary inquiry.

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Electors’ special meetings during COVID-19

Aug 19, 2020

Ministerial Circular 5 2020

As you are aware, the Local Government Amendment (COVID-19 Response) Act 2020 was passed by Parliament on 16 April 2020 and came into effect on 21 April 2020.

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Governance update — Engaging with the Community

Aug 18, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic has presented many challenges for local governments and their communities but it has also highlighted the innovative ways local governments are working to produce the best outcomes for their communities.

WA getting back on track with $5.5 billion Recovery Plan

Aug 18, 2020

The State Government released the $5.5 billion WA Recovery Plan in late July, which included huge investments in infrastructure, schools, TAFE and community facilities.

DLGSC and Lotterywest Creative Communities COVID-19 Recovery Program – coming soon

Aug 6, 2020

The arts play a significant role in supporting communities to tackle disruption and re-establish local connection, strength and resilience beyond the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.