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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Slashing red tape to make heritage sites more energy efficient
Owners of state heritage-listed properties can now install solar panels, batteries, insulation and draught proofing without seeking formal approval, under changes that will make properties more energy efficient and ensure cheaper, renewable energy is accessible to more people.
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The Australian Design Centre to cease operations
Museums & Galleries of NSW is devastated to learn of the impending closure of the Australian Design Centre after 61 years of continuous operation, following a significant reduction in state and federal funding.
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Insights: Ten Years of Murray Art Museum Albury
Blair French explores how MAMA’s bold transformation set a new trajectory for the museum, shaping its identity, ambition, and community role. He reflects on the challenges, sustaining regional arts careers, and embracing experimentation in shaping the next decade.
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2026 Dobell Exhibition Grant Announced
Museums & Galleries of NSW is pleased to announce the Dobell Exhibition Grant recipient for 2026.
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The Alan Sisley Memorial Fellowship
The aim of the Fellowship is to provide funds for a professional gallery staff member to dedicate time to research and develop ideas that will benefit their organisation.
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M&G NSW Board visit Armidale and Tamworth
Each year, the M&G NSW Board visits a regional area in NSW to see firsthand the sector we work with and the work these organisations do for their communities, as well as to hear about the current challenges. Recently, the Board travelled to Armidale and Tamworth, meeting the dedicated staff and volunteers at a number of museums, galleries and Aboriginal cultural centres.
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INSIGHTS – Nambucca Stories: An Interview with Volunteer Historian Rachel Burns
Rachel Burns has spent over a decade preserving the stories of the Nambucca Valley through her volunteer work at the Nambucca Headland Museum. Her new book Nambucca Stories shows how storytelling can connect communities, engage audiences, and strengthen small museums.
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2025 Audience Development Fund Recipients Announced
Museums & Galleries of NSW congratulates the recipients of the Audience Development Fund for 2025.
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Photos: Volunteer Symposium for Regional and Community-Run Museums
The Volunteer Symposium for NSW Regional and Community-Run Museums brought together museum volunteers and museum workers from across the state for two days of presentations, discussions and workshops.
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INSIGHTS: How Fairfield Built a Home for Its Heritage Collection
Carmel Aiello, Coordinator at Fairfield City Museum & Gallery, reflects on the decade-long journey to create the Fairfield Heritage Store, the challenges overcome along the way, and the lessons other museums can draw from their experience in preserving their collections.
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