A new era for the development and promotion of Moira’s vibrant arts sector has begun with Moira Shire Council endorsing its first ever Arts and Culture Strategy 2020-2026.
Mayor Libro Mustica said the 5-year strategy would provide a blueprint for council in delivering financial and other meaningful support to foster opportunities, activities and events that meet the needs of and forge connections between Moira’s artistic and broader communities.
“The strategy will harness the exciting breadth and depth of Moira’s existing arts and culture activities, knowledge, expertise and enthusiasm,” Cr Mustica said.
“Simple actions such as conducting an audit of venues that can support events and exhibitions through to developing mentoring programs that involve our many creative arts practitioners are examples of how we intend to build on our existing strengths.
“Community arts and cultural activities are the unsung heroes of our community’s health, wellbeing, quality of life and, increasingly, our tourism. They are about inclusion, respect and celebration – from our First National People’s culture and identity, through to welcoming newer arrivals from around the globe.”
One of the first changes to emerge from the strategy will be a call for expressions of interest to establish up to four creative hubs to build creative expertise in Cobram, Nathalia, Numurkah and Yarrawonga.
