Gadjigadji Program

The Gadjigadji Program supports First Nations artists and arts workers across the New England North West to develop their projects, build skills and strengthen connections within their communities. The program is ongoing, with applications assessed bi monthly. APPLY HERE

Previous projects

AFC Global Gateways Hong Kong with Colleen Tighe – Buluuy Mirrii
Gomeroi designer Colleen Tighe took her First Nations fashion label Buluuy Mirrii to the Australian Fashion Council's Global Gateways program in Hong Kong in 2026.

Creative Trails with BuggArt – Mobile Art Van Development
Jodie Herden's mobile art van brings multimedia arts workshops to remote and rural communities across the region.

Moree Gomeroi Light 2026
Mona Fernando leads young people from Moree in weaving 100 lomandra lamp shades for a large-scale light installation at BAMM.

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STATUS

Current

Program

ANW First Stories: Moving Forward Together Program

YeAR oF dELIVERY

2025

LGA's

Armidale Regional Council

Gwydir Shire Council

Glen Innes Severn Council

Gunnedah Shire Council

Moree Plains Shire Council

Narrabri Shire Council

Liverpool Plains Shire Council

Tamworth Regional Council

Tenterfield Shire Council

Uralla Shire Council

Walcha Council

Project Information

Description

The Gadjigadji program

The Arts North West: First Stories Programs supports journeys that Promote Revitalising Arts and Cultural Programs in our Communities. Artists and arts workers can apply for various types of support to enhance their projects, which will contribute to the improvement of the First Nations arts sector within the Arts North West region.

Assesments on applications are made bi-monthly by our Aboriginal-led First Stories Committee. Submitting an application does not automatically mean the applicant will receive funding or project support.

The program also offers practical project support through Arts North West, including assistance from the Aboriginal Arts Officer, help with project delivery, and opportunities to strengthen outcomes for artists, communities, and the wider First Nations arts sector across the region.

APPLY HERE