Video games are one of Australia’s largest arts sectors. This report canvasses how Australia’s games sector can weather economic headwinds and compete in a more challenging global games market. It recommends more public support and a dedicated national agency for video game development and promotion.

In a fiscally challenging environment, data indicates that governments should pursue strategic and structural change to maximise government investment in Australia’s arts and culture system. On a GDP basis, Australia is spending around one-quarter less than its OECD peers on ‘recreation, culture and religion’. This paper identifies actions and big picture opportunities.

The report provides an updated, data-driven assessment of diversity across Creative Australia’s workforce, investment and Australia’s arts and cultural sector. It establishes a framework for tracking change over time and measuring progress against broader national indicators. The report maintains a strong focus on communities that have historically faced barriers to participation and leadership in the...

Australians are spending more on music than ever before, but less is going to Australian artists. Policy support matters – Australia’s arts funding is among the lowest in the developed world. United States artists dominate Australian charts, but the example of Taiwan shows what better support for the arts can do.

The report is the first national survey of Australia’s street dance community. It provides insights into the demographic make-up of Australia’s street dance community, the places and hours in which people practice, employment and career pathways, along with Australian street dancers’ professional and creative ambitions.