Dungog artist and biodiversity farmer Jane Richens is the 2026 Artist-in-Residence at the Fibre Makers Space, part of the National Trust’s Grossmann & Brough Houses in Maitland. Running through to the end of May, the residency invites visitors to drop into the Open Studio on Mondays and Tuesdays, 10am–3pm. Jane’s work weaves together art, heritage…
We’re pleased to let you know our office is now open again after being closed the past 9 days while plumbing repairs were completed. Please note: we’ll be closed this Monday for the Public Holiday. We’d love to see you—feel free to drop in and say hello. Thanks for your patience and understanding during the…
The 2026 Blue Heeler Film Festival is underway, and the committee is inviting members of the Upper Hunter community to help shape it. As the festival continues to grow, they are keen to work closely with filmmakers and creatives from our region to contribute ideas, perspectives, and expertise to help guide the festival’s direction and…
HAVE YOUR SAY: RANSW wants your voice to be heard in the new National Cultural Policy The Australian Government is developing a new National Cultural Policy to shape the future direction of the creative and cultural sector. They are currently seeking public submissions, which will be key in informing the new policy. Building on Revive: A…
Tocal Homestead and Forged Rhythms launches a bold new creative project set to transform the historic forge at Tocal Homestead into a living, breathing instrument. Forged Rhythms will fuse the raw energy of traditional blacksmithing with contemporary sound and video art, turning the rhythms of hammer on anvil, the crackle of the fire, and the…
Pearl has been awarded Best Use of Colour at the Australasian Quilt Convention (AQC), announced at the opening in Melbourne on 9 April. AQC is Australasia’s premier quiltmakers’ event, and 2026 marks its 20th anniversary. Held at Melbourne’s Royal Exhibition Building (Carlton) from 9–12 April, this year’s show featured more than 1,000 submissions from Australia…
NSW artists, producers and arts and cultural organisations can now apply for funding with Create NSW’s 2026 Regional Arts Touring Round 1 and 2026 Arts and Cultural Funding Program (ACFP) Project Funding programs opening today. A total of $4.28 million is available to support local artists and organisations, spanning all artforms, to develop creative practices,…
Our office will be closed for the week while the landlord carries out essential plumbing repairs. During this time, our team will be working remotely and and can be contacted via email and mobile phone. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.
Regional Arts NSW is now welcoming expressions of interest to join our Board of Directors. This is a skills-based Board, servicing RANSW as a company limited by guarantee. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to make a meaningful contribution to the arts in regional NSW. What’s involved: ➡ Directorships are voluntary, unpaid positions…
Create NSW’s 2025/26 Regional Arts Touring fund is delivering more than $850,000 to support 13 productions and exhibitions to head out on tour to 49 regional communities. Arts Upper Hunter was a successful applicant for our project Alive in the Upper Hunter. Alive In The Upper Hunter will create a touring circuit, connecting shows to community halls,…