Public Art Commissions / Verified 2 September 2026
Maroondah City Council invites Australian contemporary public artists to submit expressions of interest for artworks in the new Croydon Cultural Hub. Shortlisted applicants receive $1,500 to develop concept proposals. You must hold an ABN, carry Public Liability Insurance of at least $20 million, and meet the September 22, 2026 deadline.
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What the organizer actually says
Deadline. September 22, 2026
“Tuesday 22nd September 2026, 11:50pm; site visits available Tuesday 8th September and Saturday 12th September 2026.”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
Cost to apply. Expression of interest submission is free; shortlisted artists pai (currency unconfirmed)
“Expression of interest submission is free; shortlisted artists paid $1,500 for concept proposal development.”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
What you get.
“$220,000 total budget (including GST) available for commission; shortlisted artists receive $1,500 fee to develop concept proposal.”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
Who can apply. Suitably experienced contemporary public artists; applications accepted nationally (Australian artists); must have ABN and Public Liability Insurance minimum $20 million.
How they choose.
“Panel of Maroondah City Council representatives assess expressions of interest based on selection criteria (innovation, creative excellence, site-responsiveness, previous public art experience of 20+ years lifecycle, teamwork ability); shortlisted artists invited to develop concept proposals for fin”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
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