National cultural policy: discussion framework

• Peter Garrett
• National Cultural Policy Consultation

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02 November 2009This brief discussion framework lists some of the key points the Australian Government hopes will guide contributions from the public towards the development of a National cultural policy for the next ten years.

Discussion so far is in response to these questions:

• What positive steps would you like to see to advance Australian Culture?
• What do you think should be priorities for a national cultural policy?
• What other issues do you think are important?

Contributions can be made and read at the National Cultural Policy web forum here>.

Furthermore, in a speech at the National Press Club on 27 October, the Arts Minister Peter Garrett identified three key themes:

1. Keeping culture strong;

2. Engaging the community; and,

3. Powering the young.

The full speech is available here>.