2026 Stanthorpe Art Prize

Entries close: 4 March 2026 Since 1972, the biennial Stanthorpe Art Prize has been a beacon for artistic talent, attracting entries from across Australia. The exceptional quality of the selected works underscores its esteemed position within the Australian arts community. Total Prize pool $50,000. For all the details please visit https://www.srag.org.au/stanthorpeartprize2026

2026 Lester Youth Awards

Entries close: 5 March 2026 The Lester Prize Youth Award encourages the creative talents of young and aspiring artists. It is open to all High School students across Australia. The Prize allows entrants to showcase their works and present their unique artistic perspectives; helps to build confidence to further their art practice; and allows them…

2026 NAIDOC Award Nominations

Nominations close: 8 March 2026. Nominations are now open for the National NAIDOC Awards, which celebrate the outstanding contributions and excellence of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples across 10 award categories For all the details please visit https://www.naidoc.org.au/awards/2026-national-naidoc-awards-nominations

2026 National NAIDOC Week Poster Competition

Entries close: 1 March 2026 The National NAIDOC Poster Competition is now open and is an opportunity for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to showcase their creative talent on a national stage. Artwork entries should celebrate and reflect the 2026 National NAIDOC Week theme – 50 Years of Deadly. For all the details please visit https://www.naidoc.org.au/posters/2026-poster-competition

Aboriginal Affairs NSW Cultural Grants Program

Program closes at 5pm, 31 March 2026.  Applicants can apply for grants from $1,000 to $20,000. Program objective The AANSW Cultural Grants Program: Supports Aboriginal communities to strengthen, protect and maintain traditional and contemporary expressions of Aboriginal culture Supports Aboriginal cultural events and activities Contributes to Aboriginal community wellbeing and healing through Aboriginal culture and…