Expression of Interest – Management Regional Arts Centre

Clarence Valley Council is inviting Expressions of Interest from qualified operators to manage its new regional arts centre set to officially open in mid-2027.

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Museums of History NSW and Museums & Galleries of NSW Strengthen Partnership to Support Regional Museums

Museums of History NSW and Museums & Galleries of NSW have formalised a renewed partnership agreement that will strengthen support for museums and galleries across New South Wales.

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Celebrating First Nations Voices Through Touring Exhibitions this NAIDOC Week

This NAIDOC Week, Museums & Galleries of NSW celebrates the strength, creativity and cultural leadership of First Nations artists and curators featured across our national touring exhibitions program.

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2026 Volunteer Museum Grant Program – Round 1 Recipients Announced

Museums & Galleries of NSW would like to congratulate the successful applicants for our Volunteer Museum Grant Program Round 1 for 2026.

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Insights: Creating a Time Portal at Scone Museum

Anna Fraser and Suzannah Jones reflect on collaboration, community participation and the creative process behind an immersive installation inspired by the stories within a regional museum collection.

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Give away – Exhibition tables

The State Library of NSW has a number of exhibition tables to give away to museums or galleries

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Insights: Cecilie Knowles on Art, Wellbeing and Community

Cecilie Knowles, Public Engagement & Education Officer at Orange Regional Gallery, co-developed the pilot art and wellbeing program Connecting to Place to strengthen meaningful and ongoing relationships between the Gallery and migrant and refugee communities.

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Call for Expressions of Interest – Register of Peers

Museums & Galleries of NSW is inviting expressions of interest from individuals across the museum, gallery, and Aboriginal cultural centre sector in NSW to join our Register of Peers.

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Fellowship, Mentorship and Volunteer Placement Program Recipients

We are pleased to announce the recipients of the recent round of the Fellowship, Mentorship, and Volunteer Placement Program. This program provides valuable professional development opportunities for museum and gallery staff and volunteers throughout New South Wales.

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Insights: Rilka Oakley on Reimagining the Gallery Experience Through sensorial

An insights interview with Rilka Oakley on creating an immersive touring exhibition designed with and for neurodivergent audiences.

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Vale Libby Newell

M&G NSW is deeply saddened by the recent passing of Libby (Elizabeth) Newell. Libby was a dedicated and passionate contributor to the museum sector, particularly to small, volunteer-run museums that benefited greatly from her knowledge and enthusiasm.

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Volunteer Museums: Engagement with Aboriginal Cultural Heritage

Developed by Aboriginal Culture, Heritage & Arts Association (ACHAA) in partnership with Museums & Galleries NSW, this one-day training program supports museums to work respectfully, confidently and ethically with Aboriginal cultural heritage, collections and communities

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New Chair and Board Appointment Announced at M&G NSW

Museums & Galleries of NSW is delighted to announce the appointment of Judy Jaeger as Chair, replacing outgoing Chair Kylie Tung.

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We Farewell Kate Gahan and Celebrate her Storyplace Legacy

Museums & Galleries of NSW farewells Kate Gahan, whose vision, leadership and dedication have been central to the creation and evolution of Storyplace.

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Give away – 2 showcases

The State Library of NSW has two showcases to give away to a museum or gallery.

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Insights: Leading the Redevelopment of Newcastle Art Gallery

Lauretta Morton OAM reflects on the leadership, resilience and collaboration required to deliver one of the most significant cultural redevelopments in regional Australia.

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Alan Sisley Memorial Fellowship 2025 recipient announced

Regional & Public Galleries NSW Association has announced Gemma McKenzie-Booth, Learning Coordinator at Lewers: Penrith Regional Gallery, as the recipient of the Alan Sisley Memorial Fellowship.

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NSW Arts and Culture recognised on Australia Day 2026 Honours List

Museum and Gallery sector personnel were among those honoured across the state this year.

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Project Development Grants and round two of the Volunteer Museum Small Grants for 2025 announced

Museums & Galleries of NSW congratulates the successful applicants in the 2025 Project Development Grants and the second round of the Volunteer Museum Small Grants.

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Celebrating Access and Inclusion at Parramatta Artists’ Studios

As we mark International Day of People with Disability, we celebrate Parramatta Artists’ Studios (PAS), recipient of the Accessible Arts Award for Access and Inclusion at the 2025 IMAGinE Awards. PAS stands out as a leader in the sector, embedding equitable access for Deaf and Disabled artists and audiences across every part of its work.

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