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| The Eastern Riverina Arts team has hit the ground running in 2026!
From CASP information sessions and 1:1 meetings across the region to curating a standout exhibition line-up, we’ve hit the ground running in 2026. Add to that new partnerships, creative programs, projects and events - plus uncovering some incredible grants and opportunities - this is one newsletter edition you definitely don’t want to skip.
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Are you a creative looking to level up your creative practice in 2026? Are you a group, collective or company with a bold creative project in the works?
There are multiple streams available through the Eastern Riverina Arts Country Arts Support Program and the Eastern Riverina Writers Grant to support proposals for 2026: For Individuals, max $750 – for professional development or the realisation/presentation of an ambitious artistic outcome, or For Projects, max $3000 – for original creative projects and collaborations that meet the eligibility criteria.
Applications close Monday 2nd February, 2026 at 9am. Apply here.
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| Swampy Plains by Tina DeJongA collective art making journey inspired by our local nature story, this project makes space in our lives to observe wetland communities artistically.
🗓 Exhibition Launch: 6 Feb, 5:30-7:30pm Exhibition Dates: 7 Feb - 1 March 📍 The Ambo Gallery, Wagga Wagga 🔗 More info > |
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| Work in Progress with Annemarie Bolduc & John Riddell
Join us for a drink after work and be inspired by a behind the scenes look at works in development by Annemarie Bolduc and John Riddel. Work in Progress is a regular event in which artists and creatives are invited to show a piece of unfinished creative work (visual, performative, experimental and more), within a context of supportive critique and collaborative networking.
🗓 Friday 13 February | 5:30pm 📍 The Station Creative Workspace
🔗 More Info |
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| ALLY & CARIBE: Afro-Peruvian Jazz & Cuban Dance
Enjoy the captivating sounds of Cuban mambo and rumba, Peruvian festejo and Brazilian aiao from an all star band – along with the incredible dancing of Cruz Vazquez Borges for a night of electrifying rhythms and dynamic dancing.
🗓 Saturday 7 February | 7:30pm 📍The Arts Centre Cootamundra 🔗 More info>
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| Brush with Art Exhibition
Exploring colour and composition as well as investigations and studies from famous artists, each artwork reflects not only the technical growth from each student but also a personal interpretation of the world around them, transforming the ordinary into something extraordinary.
🗓 22 Jan - 17 March 📍 Bundawarrah Centre, Temora 🔗 More info> |
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| Varuna Masterclass Equity Scholarships
Varuna’s curated program of online writing courses and masterclasses helps writers develop their craft, finish their project, and build meaningful connections and networks. The new Equity Scholarship program will fund up to 10 places across their writing courses, for writers for whom the cost of participation would be prohibitive.
🗓 Applications close February 10. 🔗 More info> |
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| The Sydney Opera House Play Award
The Sydney Opera House has an ongoing and rich connection with play and its intrinsic connection to the arts and learning. This award is awarded to a primary school with a learning program, class or an individual student or teacher, that has made a remarkable and ongoing contribution to ‘play in learning’ with demonstrated positive impacts.
🗓 Applications close April 25.
🔗 More info >
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| Songsmiths Applications Open Now
Applications are now open for Songsmiths, a paid Accessible Arts program for songwriters who are d/Deaf or have a disability. Develop your songwriting skills, collaborate with mentors, and create original music across online and in-person sessions.
🗓 Applications close February 9. 🔗 More info> |
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| fourW thirty-five: new writing
Submissions are now open for fourW thirty-five: new writing, one of Australia’s longest-running anthologies of poetry and prose. Open to Australian and international writers, with $500 Booranga Literary Prizes for poetry, short fiction and local work.
🗓 Applications close March 31.
🔗 More info >
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| | | 🌟 St Columba’s Art Prize is an annual celebration of Australian artists seeking to promote diverse forms of creative expression and technical skill. Artists are invited to present ambitious new works, in a variety of mediums, on any theme. More info>
🎨 The Ravenswood Australian Women’s Art Prize to advance art and opportunity for emerging and established women artists in Australia is currently open for entries across a range of categories. More info>
🌊 The SWELL Sculpture Festival is calling for emerging, mid-career & professional sculptors to apply to exhibit to be a part of something spectacular on Currumbin Beach, 11-20 Sept. More info> |
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| 📷 The Man from Snowy River Bush Festival invites artists, photographers, sculptors, and storytellers to take part in the 2026 Art & Photography Exhibition and Elyne Mitchell Photo Story Awards. More info >
📺 SBS, We Go There are calling on Australian factual producers with bold, thought-provoking and innovative new factual series ideas that push creative boundaries and spark national conversations. More info>
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| | | Introducing Culture Club, where the ERA team are spilling the beans on what’s making us think, laugh, groove, and dream this month.
To Read:
“I just started Burning Questions by Margaret Atwood - well, technically I’ve been listening to it on my drive to and from work. Each essay sparks curiosity and reflection. And did you know you can borrow audiobooks straight from the library to your device? So good!” - Brittany Hefren, Acting Executive Director (Maternity Leave Cover)
To Listen To:
“Bombay Bicycle Club has been on repeat at my place lately. Perfect summer tunes.” - Ashleigh Pengelly, Communications & Engagement Coordinator
To Do/Try:
“I recently visited the Orange Art Gallery and was blown away by Harrie Fasher’s exhibition- Before Dawn- a must see!” - Maryanne Gray, Programs and Partnerships Manager
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| | ⭐️ Friendly reminder, if you’re looking for Eastern Riverina Arts to auspice your grant application, you’ll need to fill in an auspicing enquiry no later than 14 days from the due date of your funding application. |
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| Creative Riverina: Explore the Directory
Creative Riverina is your go-to directory for finding and supporting artists, designers, musicians, writers, creative services and more across the Riverina.
Whether you're looking to commission artwork, hire a performer, or find a unique handmade gift, you’ll discover incredible talent right here in our region.
If you're a creative, making a listing is free—promote your work, find new opportunities, and be part of a thriving arts community.
⭐️ Visit Creative Riverina now! |
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