- Six regional galleries share in $129,407 for upgrades from the Cook Labor Government
- Upgrades include new lighting, enhanced exhibition spaces and storage improvements
- Funding will strengthen the capacity of regional galleries to present high-quality exhibitions and improve visitor experiences
- Cook Labor Government fostering a vibrant and creative economy
Regional communities across Western Australia will benefit from improved gallery facilities and exhibition experiences, with six regional galleries sharing in $129,407 of Cook Labor Government funding.
The investment has been made through the Public Regional Galleries Improvement Fund, supporting upgrades that will enhance the presentation of exhibitions, gallery functionality and visitor experiences across the State.
These upgrades will help regional galleries better care for and present artworks, while creating more welcoming and fit-for-purpose spaces for local communities and visitors.
Recipients of the latest round of the Public Regional Galleries Improvement Fund include:
- Geraldton Regional Art Gallery - $8435 for the replacement of equipment and new gallery plinths;
- Beverley Station Arts Gallery - $14,033 for presentation, storage and wayfinding upgrades;
- The Bank Gallery, Carnamah - $15,102 to extend exhibition spaces;
- Arts Narrogin - $29,473 for gallery lighting upgrades and a rotating collection display space;
- Vancouver Arts Centre, City of Albany - $30,976 for the construction and installation of floating walls in the Main Gallery; and
- Bunbury Regional Art Gallery - $31,388 for upgrades to enhance artist and visitor experiences.
The Public Regional Galleries Improvement Fund supports infrastructure improvements that strengthen the capacity, sustainability and accessibility of public art galleries in regional Western Australia, enabling them to deliver high-quality arts experiences and host touring and loaned exhibitions.
Comments attributed to Creative Industries Minister Simone McGurk:
"Regional galleries are important places for communities to connect with art, culture and each other. This funding will give six galleries the opportunity to make practical improvements that will enhance how they present exhibitions and welcome visitors.
"From new lighting and exhibition spaces to improved storage and visitor experiences, these projects will help regional galleries continue to provide high-quality arts experiences for their communities.
"The Cook Labor Government is proud to support regional arts infrastructure and ensure Western Australians living outside Perth have access to vibrant and well-equipped cultural spaces."
Comments attributed to Regional Development Minister Stephen Dawson:
"This investment, supported by Royalties for Regions, will support galleries to improve their facilities, showcase more exhibitions and create better experiences for the communities and visitors they welcome.
"Supporting projects like these helps strengthen the appeal of our regional towns, while creating opportunities for local artists and supporting the broader visitor economy.
"The Cook Labor Government is continuing to invest in regional communities so that Western Australians, wherever they live, can enjoy great arts and cultural experiences close to home."
