Grants & Fellowships / Verified 7 September 2026
Creative Australia offers free international residencies and First Nations Arts & Culture Awards for Australian citizens and permanent residents who are practicing artists or arts workers. Applicants must not have overdue grant reports or owe money to Creative Australia. The next deadline is September 15, 2026.
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What the organizer actually says
Deadline. September 15, 2026
“Applications close: Tuesday 15 September 2026 at 3:00pm (AEST). Must be registered in application system minimum two business days prior.”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
Cost to apply. Free to apply
“Free”On file — not confirmed on a public page
What you get. International residencies, First Nations Arts & Culture Awards, matched funding
“$15,000 grant; furnished atelier apartment (approx. 80 sqm) with workspace and living space on Suomenlinna Island; weekly community meetings; facilities and equipment access; HIAP Open Studios participation option.”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
How long. Three months; two possible dates: 12 April – 4 July 2027 or 16 August – 14 November 2027.
Who can apply. Australian citizens or permanent residents; practicing artists or arts workers (individuals only, not groups/organisations); cannot have overdue grant reports or owe money to Creative Australia.
How they choose.
“Industry advisors and Creative Australia staff assess applications on Quality (artistic practice and vision), Viability (feasibility and relevance), and Impact (career development and professional networks).”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site
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