Artists applaud long-term national culture plan

Professor Deborah Cheetham performs at the Hotel Esplanade, Melbourne.

Professor Deborah Cheetham performs at the Hotel Esplanade, Melbourne. The federal government has unveiled its new five-year plan to help revive the arts sector after the pandemic. Source: AAP / James Ross

Members of Australia's art community have welcomed a new five-year plan for the arts and culture sector. First Nations culture is at the centre of the policy. A new body will also be created to deal with complaints on fair pay, sexual harassment, bullying and discrimination in the industry.


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