Following on from its public consultation during 2018, the Commonwealth Government has announced a new National Performing Arts Partnership Framework, which will include up to eight years funding for partnership organisations. According to the media release the framework will provide:
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‘a clear approach to prioritising outcomes for the Australian performing arts sector, audiences and communities, such as growing First Nations arts
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a pathway to expand the number of funded companies through a two-stage invitation and assessment process
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stability of funding balanced with flexibility so governments can jointly respond to changing priorities
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increased transparency and accountability through enhanced reporting, and
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a new approach to rewarding artistic and organisational excellence.’