Country Arts Support Program (CASP) Grants Now Open
Applications NOW OPEN Applications close 5pm, Monday 29 July 2019 ABOUT THE COUNTRY ARTS SUPPORT PROGRAM CASP is an annual small grants program administered by Regional Arts NSW (RANSW) on…
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Annual Events
No matter when you visit the Mid North Coast or are looking for something creative to see or do you will be spoilt for choice. Every week or weekend there…
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Artist Markets
Local markets are a window into the heart of any community, particularly in the country. Here you will find lovingly made crafts, innovative art, homemade goodies, fresh local produce and…
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Food & Art
What better way to discover or buy some art, than by combining the experience with a great coffee or meal? There are an ever-growing number of cafes on the Mid…
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Galleries
It is not surprising that with such an inspirational landscape and relaxed lifestyle that the Mid North Coast has become the home of many talented and respected artists. What is…
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Heritage Places Trail
The rich heritage of the Mid North Coast is found not only in the stories and collections of our museums but in our buildings and landscapes. This Trail highlights some…
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Inclusive Arts Trail
Inclusive tourism is about reducing uncertainty around what to expect from a destination or service. It’s about creating an environment where all people feel welcome and included, empowering them to…
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Indigenous Culture
The Mid North Coast covers the Worimi, Biripai, Dunghutti and Gumbaynggirr Nations with an increasing number of opportunities for visitors to now experience a range of aspects of indigenous culture. As…
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Just for Kidz
There is always something on for KIdz on the Mid North Coast whether it’s after school or holiday times. You can always check our What’s On calendar for the latest…
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Major Events
Major or hallmark events bring a wide range of social, cultural and economic benefits to a region and attract a significant proportion of their visitors or participants from outside of…
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Museums
You can tell a lot about an area by what the locals have chosen to collect and keep. Tucked away in museums big and small all over the Mid North…
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Online Trails
Step back in time and watch history come alive by selecting one of our digital trails. Explore the history and stories of the region by using a smartphone, a tablet…
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Performance
Performing arts on the Mid North Coast includes all forms of dance, music, theatre and for good measure we have thrown in great film. It knows no bounds from small…
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Public Art
Art restores the soul and there is no reason why you can’t do this as you exercise the body on a gentle stroll or walk around the Mid North Coast…
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Recycled Art
Artists have always been free to create any art form out of any object or material that is available to them. Today there is an increasing interest in art that uses…
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The Creative Waterfall Way
The Waterfall Way is one of the major scenic routes of New South Wales. It is also the location of numerous creative and arts activities and three of our designated…
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The Written Word
The written word can be a powerful tool of art and creativity. The most obvious repository of such works is the extensive network of libraries throughout the region. They reflect…
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Walk on the Cultural Side
A great way to discover an area is to set out on foot and gain a sense of place, There are a number of self guided tours you can follow…
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Creative Partnerships On Show
Local artists and businesses rise to the New Year challenge 50 of the region’s most talented artists will reveal their latest work at Coffs Harbour Regional Gallery this February, in…
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Talented screen industry practitioners from Southern NSW, the Riverina, Central Western NSW, the mid North Coast and the Northern Rivers are a step closer to achieving their career ambitions after…
Learn MoreSWIFF 2019 10 -25 January
The 4th Screenwave International Film Festival (SWIFF) begins on 10th January, bringing the most expansive feature film program across Regional Australia to the Coffs Coast. Over 60 features films have…
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EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR BLOG Two years ago I had the pleasure of opening the ‘A Little to the Left Studio & Gallery’ in Taree which was established by the sheer passion,…
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Attention all teachers of the arts on the Mid North Coast. The NSW Government is soon January 1 2019) to roll out its $100 voucher per child to undertake arts/creative…
Learn MoreSWIFF 2019 SET TO OPEN WITH A BANG
Aussie film history mash-up TERROR NULLIUS will kick off the 2019 film festival on January 10th. Highly political two-person art collective Soda_Jerk will help launch the ScreenwaveInternational Film Festival’s fourth edition…
Learn MoreCreate NSW and Australia Council call on NSW visual arts leaders for Venice Biennale mentors
In partnership with the Australia Council for the Arts, Create NSW is calling for expressions of interest from inspiring NSW-based visual arts leaders to attend the Venice Biennale 2019 as…
Learn MoreSecond year of support for immersive VR & AR arts development from Create NSW
Applications are now open for the second year of Create NSW’s support for artists to develop immersive virtual reality (VR) and now also augmented reality (AR) art experiences, with $120,000…
Learn More‘Tactile Textiles Overland’ An aerial textile & painted landscape
To coincide with the Third Tamworth Triennial Textile Open House at Coffs Harbour Regional Gallery, Coffs Harbour Arts Group is presenting the opportunity to participate in a one off art…
Learn MoreEmerging Writers’ Festival artist call out
The 2019 Emerging Writers’ Festival will take place from 19–29 June in Melbourne. The artist call-out for the 2019 Emerging Writers’ Festival is now open! Whether you have a specific…
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CONNECTING FILMMAKERS IN REGIONAL NSW WITH SCREEN INDUSTRY OPPORTUNITIES If you’re an aspiring screenwriter or director living in regional NSW, there aren’t many opportunities to progress your career – that…
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Saltwater Freshwater Arts Alliance and Grow the Music with the support of the NSW Local Aboriginal Land Council partner up with a program of events to discover new Aboriginal talent…
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ENTRIES OPEN to Nextwave Regional Youth Film Festival
Published: June 18, 2019
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