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Arts North West is dedicated to supporting and enriching the creative communities of the New England North West.
As the region's peak body for arts and cultural development, we provide resources, funding guidance, professional development, and promotional support for artists, creatives, and cultural organisations.
Our programs foster connections, advocate for the arts, and deliver innovative initiatives that celebrate local talent. Whether you're an emerging or established artist, Arts North West offers the tools and opportunities to help you thrive in a vibrant and connected creative community.
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Career Next Steps
This e-Resource is a practical guide to creating pitch material for your creative practice. Pitching to galleries has three parts:
1. CV or biography 2. Artist statement 3. Good quality images of your work this e-book is a practical guide to creating pitch material for your creative practice. This e-Resource has be developed in partnership with 2 Rivers Pty Ltd.
July 23, 2026
Career Next Steps
All the basic information you will need to commence your art business
July 23, 2026
Career Next Steps
Your portfolio is one of the greatest and most important tools you can have to progress your art career, it has the ability to launch you into greatness or pause your progress, don’t become overwhelmed, there are number of support services and opportunities to support you including Arts North West
July 23, 2026
Career Next Steps
Things don’t always go to plan; this can be a good thing! This can give you a chance to STOP
and revaluate where you are going. You may find that your original goal has changed.
July 23, 2026
Industry Resources
A set of tips, examples and opportunities to support arts and
cultural tourism in NSW.
The resource has a particular focus on regional NSW.
July 23, 2026
Industry Resources
Bullying, harassment and discrimination can happen in all workplaces, including creative workplaces. Everyone deserves a workplace that is safe and respectful. There is help available when they are not.
April 9, 2026
Finance Obligations and Payment Support
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April 9, 2026
Industry Resources
Contracts for creative work can help protect independent contractors and creative businesses. Sometimes an agent may manage and negotiate a contract on behalf of an independent contractor or business. But not everyone has an agent.
June 3, 2026
Industry Resources
Intellectual property (IP) are creations of the mind. There are rights that protect the value of these creations and help monetise them.
April 9, 2026
Industry Resources
There is plenty to consider when starting and running a creative business, from deciding what business structure is right for you and registering your business, to understanding tax, super and insurance, and knowing what records you need to keep.
April 9, 2026
Finance Obligations and Payment Support
Superannuation is a type of long-term investment for retirement. Businesses and organisations must pay super to their employees – and to some independent contractors, entertainers and performers.
April 9, 2026
Industry Resources
Being an employee is different from being an independent contractor, a volunteer or an unpaid intern. It is important to know the difference - and to understand the minimum legal standards for an employment contract.
April 9, 2026
Finance Obligations and Payment Support
Invoicing is how independent contractors and businesses get paid. Find out how to invoice and what an invoice should contain.
April 9, 2026
Finance Obligations and Payment Support
An independent contractor is someone who works for themselves. They are also sometimes called freelancers, self-managed artists, independent artists, sole traders or contractors.
April 9, 2026
Inclusion & Access
Everyone is responsible for keeping children and young people safe in creative workplaces. This includes knowing what to do (and what not to do) when you’re working, paid or unpaid, with children and young people.
June 3, 2026
Inclusion & Access
Safe workplaces keep the arts thriving for everyone. Workplace safety is also the law.
June 3, 2026
Industry Resources
Safe workplaces keep the arts thriving for everyone. Workplace safety is also the law.
April 9, 2026
First Nations Resources
Creating culturally safe and inclusive workplaces is essential to support First Nations peoples to thrive, feel valued and confident to share their culture and contributions within the creative industry.
June 3, 2026
Industry Resources
Everyone has a role in workplace health and safety. Find out how to meet your duties under work health and safety (WHS) laws.
March 26, 2026
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Policies and Strategies
Welcome to the ATSILIRN Protocols for Libraries, Archives and Information Services
March 26, 2026
Finance Obligations and Payment Support
Navigating artist income tax is essential for financial success.
March 26, 2026
Finance Obligations and Payment Support
Income tax exemption checklist – Cultural organisations
March 26, 2026
Industry Resources
If you run an arts or recreation business, you need to know about relevant laws, licences and permits and other important topics for your industry such as copyright.
March 26, 2026
Industry Resources
Accessible Arts is the peak arts and disability organisation in NSW.
They advance the rights of, and opportunities for, people with disability or who are d/Deaf to develop and sustain professional careers in the arts and have equitable access to arts, culture and screen.
March 26, 2026
Policies and Strategies
Disability Inclusion Action Planning resources
April 7, 2026
Finance Obligations and Payment Support
Find all of the latest MEAA resources from enterprise bargaining agreements, standard contracts, tax and superannuation info to agents' lists and freelance rates. Please note, most resources are only available to MEAA members and can only be viewed by signing in with your membership ID.
April 9, 2026
Industry Resources
Our extensive collection of resources is here to help you navigate the complexities of the workplace regulatory landscape.
April 7, 2026
Policies and Strategies
This guide describes the ethical and legal issues that museums, galleries and libraries need to consider when they acquire or borrow cultural material.
March 26, 2026
Policies and Strategies
ICIP is a short way of saying Indigenous Cultural and Intellectual Property. ICIP means all aspects of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples’ traditional knowledge and cultural expressions. This is also sometime referred to as “cultural heritage”.
March 26, 2026
Industry Resources
Moral rights protect the personal relationship between a creator and their work even if the creator no longer owns the work, or the copyright in the work. Moral rights concern the creator’s right to be properly attributed or credited, and the protection of their work from derogatory treatment.
April 7, 2026
Industry Resources
Arts Law’s contract templates help artists and businesses build good legal contracts so everyone is on the same page. Each contract template includes a How To Guide and has example clauses you can edit to suit your situation.
April 7, 2026
Industry Resources
Need permission to use artwork? By working with us you can be confident you are meeting best practice, clear agreements are in place and the process is easy for you.
March 26, 2026
Industry Resources
ICOM is a membership association and a non-governmental organisation which establishes professional and ethical standards for museum activities.
April 7, 2026
Industry Resources
The AIATSIS Code outlines four principles that underpin ethical Australian Indigenous research
March 26, 2026
Industry Resources
This is where you will find information and practical help on cataloguing, collection policy, collection management systems, loan, deacessioning and gift of deed forms and so on. You might also look in Organisational management for resources relating to compliance—legal, taxation, copyright etc. as well as cultural policy, marketing and branding.
April 9, 2026
Industry Resources
AICCM has developed a Disaster Preparedness Calendar to help cultural organisations act in a timely manner and be prepared for the hazards prominent in their region.
April 9, 2026
Finance Obligations and Payment Support
Financial Information Service. Make confident money decisions.
March 26, 2026
Industry Resources
National Standards for Australian Museums and Galleries 2.0
March 26, 2026
Finance Obligations and Payment Support
NAVA Code of Practice & Australian Society of Authors Rates of Pay
April 7, 2026
Career Next Steps
Business Plan for Creative People, Template created by Monica Davidson of Freelance Success
April 9, 2026
Industry Resources
An online resource of traditional mark making
April 7, 2026
Industry Resources
The Australian Copyright Council provides free information sheets available to download
April 7, 2026
Industry Resources
The Live Music Office works to increase opportunities for live music in Australia by identifying and advocating for better policy, regulation and strategy.
March 26, 2026
Industry Resources
The Australian Taxation Office provides details about obtaining Deductible Gift Recipient Status.
April 7, 2026
Industry Resources
Insurance is a hot issue for artists and arts organisations.
April 9, 2026
Industry Resources
Today's office: how to work from somewhere else
April 7, 2026
Finance Obligations and Payment Support
Support to help you send an invoice, including templates.
December 3, 2025
Finance Obligations and Payment Support
Arts North West is committed to supporting artists in our region, especially with fair compensation and superannuation. As the peak arts organisation of the New England and North West, we pay contracted artists and arts workers for their labour as well as their negotiated artist fee, including superannuation.
December 3, 2025
Industry Resources
Cultural Tourism is a strategic focus for Arts North West and the network of 15 Regional Arts Development Organisations in NSW. The Regional Arts Network (RAN) commissioned a research report in 2024 on Cultural Tourism in regional NSW, undertaken by Patternmakers and funded through Create NSW. As part of this research process, Arts North West identified and collated over 3500 inputs of data to better understand the impact and affects of Cultural Tourism in the NSW as well as our region.
July 23, 2026
Industry Resources
Provides event organisers with minimum requirements and a best practice framework to enhance access and inclusion across a diverse range of events.
February 14, 2025
Industry Resources
With so many arts and cultural organisations providing online programs and services during the COVID crisis, accessibility has never been more important. Here are some hot tips to help you make your digital content and online events more accessible and inclusive.
February 14, 2025
Industry Resources
A one-stop shop of handy resources for musicians including regional guides, downloads and a music industry directory.
April 7, 2026
Industry Resources
The Australian Copyright Council provides free information sheets available to download from their website
August 27, 2025
Finance Obligations and Payment Support
Artists thrive by balancing creativity with business skills. Build a strong business platfrom to thrive and manage finances effectively. Set clear goals to sustain your practice and achieve long-term success.
April 7, 2026
Career Next Steps
An artist statement is a brief statement which tells us about your artwork. A good artist statement will increase a viewer’s understanding of your work and facilitate deeper engagement with your concept and creative intentions. This manual, created in conjunction with the New England Regional Art Museum, will help you craft the statement to best capture your creative practice with examples of working artist statements, and a support steps to take you through the process.
February 14, 2025
Industry Resources
Creative Workplaces was established for artists, art workers and arts organisations to promote and enable fair, safe and respectful workplaces in the arts and culture sector. Creative Workplaces recognises artists as both creatives and workers.
August 27, 2025
Industry Resources
Creative Plus Business offers a range of practical business webinars and online modules specifically tailored to creative people, that are filled with fun and flair.
February 14, 2025
Industry Resources
Creative Plus Business offers a range of practical business resources, specifically tailored to creative people, that are accesible and insightful.
April 7, 2026
Grant Writing
THIS GUIDE HAS BEEN COMPILED TO ASSIST WITH SUBMISSIONS TO THE GRANTS PROGRAMS CURRENTLY ADMINISTERED BY REGIONAL ARTS NSW (RANSW):
March 25, 2026
Grant Writing
There are a large number of grants and other funding opportunities available to artists and organisations in regional NSW. Regional Arts NSW has developed a grants calendar, which list grants according to funding body or closing date.
February 14, 2025
Finance Obligations and Payment Support
This resource outlines key business insurance options for creatives, designed to protect and empower, it helps creatives navigate financial and legal responsibilities while safeguarding their work and livelihood.
February 14, 2025
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Finance Obligations and Payment Support
This resource explains Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) status, outlining its significance for organizations seeking tax-deductible donations in Australia. It covers eligibility criteria, application processes, and compliance requirements. Designed for nonprofits and arts organizations, it provides clear guidance on securing and maintaining DGR status to enhance funding opportunities and donor engagement.
April 7, 2026
Finance Obligations and Payment Support
This resource offers a comprehensive guide to writing invoices, including essential elements like payment details and formatting tips. It also explains Statement by Supplier forms and GST requirements, ensuring compliance with Australian tax laws.
April 7, 2026
Policies and Strategies
Developed by The NSW Government Department of Creative Industries, Tourism, Hospitality and Sport Create NSW, the ‘Creative Communities Policy’ recognises the unique place of the arts, culture and the creative industries in NSW, the state with the largest cultural and creative workforce, the oldest and most distinctive cultural institutions, and the most diverse population. It is an inclusive 10-year policy that supports artists, creatives and cultural organisations and importantly, expands to include, for the first time, the rapidly growing creative industries.
February 14, 2025
Policies and Strategies
The Australian Government released its landmark National Cultural Policy—Revive: a place for every story, a story for every place, on 30 January 2023. Revive is a 5-year plan to renew and revive Australia's arts, entertainment and cultural sector. It delivers new momentum so that Australia's creative workers, organisations and audiences continue to thrive and grow, and so that our arts, culture and heritage are re-positioned as central to Australia's future.
February 14, 2025
Filming Protocols
The Local Government Filming Protocol 2009 is designed to reduce red tape, energise the state's screen industry, and encourage more filmmakers to shoot their productions in New South Wales. The protocol makes it easier for filmmakers to work on locations around the state by giving all Councils one set of rules for processing approvals. The new system works both ways, with the Government having also established a Code of Conduct for the screen industry, designed to ensure that filming is sensitive to community needs.
July 23, 2026
Policies and Strategies
A Road Occupancy Manual will assit in the process of road closures in NSW. A Road Occupany Licence (ROL) is required for any activity likely to impact traffic flow, even if that activity takes place off-road.
December 3, 2025
Policies and Strategies
The Aboriginal Arts and Culture Protocols guide supports respectful engagement with Aboriginal communities in arts and culture projects. It offers practical advice on cultural protocols, collaboration, and safeguarding cultural heritage. Designed for artists and organizations, it ensures ethical practices, fostering meaningful partnerships and honoring Aboriginal knowledge, traditions, and creative expression
February 14, 2025
Policies and Strategies
The New England North West Regional Plan 2041 is a strategic blueprint by the NSW Government, guiding the region’s growth and development over two decades.It aims to create more homes, jobs, and resilient communities while protecting natural landscapes and fostering innovation in agriculture, renewable energy, and regional connectivity. Designed to support government, councils, businesses, and communities, the plan ensures sustainable progress for the region’s future.
December 3, 2025
Marketing and Branding
This resource provides practical tips for creating impactful poster designs,with insights into balancing aesthetics and functionality. Perfect for beginners and professionals, it equips users to design eye-catching posters that leave a lasting impression.
March 25, 2026
Policies and Strategies
A comprehensive toolkit providing best practice guidance for public art. Designed for government agencies and local councils commissioning public art, the Public Art Toolkit outlines best practice in policy, commissioning, construction, and engagement with artists.
February 14, 2025
Marketing and Branding
This resource provides a step-by-step guide to writing an effective media release, covering structure, tone, and key elements like headlines and quotes. It offers tips on crafting compelling stories, targeting the right audience, and ensuring media coverage, equipping users with the skills to communicate news and announcements professionally.
March 25, 2026
Marketing and Branding
This resource explains the essentials of image use and permissions, covering copyright, licensing, and fair use. It offers practical guidance on sourcing images legally, understanding usage rights, and seeking permissions.
March 25, 2026
Marketing and Branding
This resource explores various types of marketing, from digital and content marketing to traditional strategies like print and events.
March 25, 2026
Marketing and Branding
This resource delves into social media essentials, offering tips on building an online presence, creating engaging content, and leveraging platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn. It covers strategies for audience growth, analytics, and effective communication, empowering users to maximize their social media impact for personal, professional, or organizational success.
April 9, 2026
Grant Writing
This resource simplifies project planning, offering clear steps to transform ideas into actionable plans. It covers goal setting, timelines, budgeting, risk management, and team coordination. Designed for creators and leaders, it equips users with practical tools and strategies to organize, execute, and achieve project success efficiently and effectively.
March 25, 2026
Grant Writing
This resource offers practical insights into grant writing, guiding users through crafting compelling proposals to secure funding. It covers key components such as identifying suitable grants, structuring applications, and articulating goals effectively. Designed for both beginners and experienced applicants, it empowers users to navigate the grant process with clarity and confidence
June 3, 2026
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