Funding boost for ten regional performing arts venues

State government funding scheme 'In the House' is set to invest $740,000 in 10 venues or organisations across regional Western Australia. Since 2020 the program has provided $2.3 million in support for WA venues to enable expanded annual programming and community engagement activities with an aim to increasing employment and tourism opportunities.
The following regional venues were successful in the 'In the House' round for activity starting from January 2023:

• Harvey Recreation and Cultural Centre - $80,000;
• Arts Narrogin Incorporated - $80,000;
• Margaret River HEART - $78,079;
• Albany Entertainment Centre - $80,000;
• Beverley Station Arts Inc - $39,745;
• Queens Park Theatre - $80,000;
• Goldfields Arts Centre - $79,829;
• Ravensthorpe Regional Arts Council - $80,000;
• Bunbury Regional Entertainment Centre - $80,000; and
• Broome Civic Centre - $60,000.

'In the House' is part of the Regional Arts and Cultural Investment Program (RACIP), which aspires to build an  innovative and robust economy by supporting performing arts and entertainment centres in WA's regions.
To find out more about the funding program visit the DLGSC website: https://www.dlgsc.wa.gov.au/funding/arts-funding/in-the-house

Read Minister Templeman's full media statement