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News briefs
The Australia Council for the Arts, the Federal Government's arts funding and advisory body, has moved to: 372 Elizabeth Street, Surry Hills NSW 2010
Tel: (02) 9215 9000
Fax: (02) 9215 9111
PO Box and toll-free numbers remain the same: PO Box 788, Strawberry Hills, NSW 2012 Toll-free 1800 226 912
ARTS and culture and the new tax system
This booklet provides an outline of the New Tax System, in particular how the goods and services tax (GST) works. It has been produced by the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) specifically for businesses and organisations operating in the arts and culture industry. The booklet is available on the ATO website at www.taxreform.ato.gov.au. Printed copies will be available early in 2000.
Further information (including other industry-related booklets) can be obtained from the ATO website. You can also phone the ATO Business Tax Reform Infoline on 13 24 78 or obtain A Fax From Tax on 13 28 60.
Coles Myer becomes first Centenary Patron
The National Council for the Centenary of Federation has announced that Coles Myer Ltd has accepted its invitation to become a Patron for the Centenary Year.
As a Patron, Coles Myer will be contributing towards Centenary events and projects around the country, and will work with the National Council and State and Territory Committees to assist with centenary activities at a local level.
The National Council established the Patrons' Program and national sponsorship opportunities to channel the interest and support of the corporate sector.
While the Federal and State and Territory Governments have contributed considerable resources for projects and activities to mark the Centenary Year, the Council recognises that the support of corporate Australia will broaden the scope and reach of the anniversary.
A space for reconciliation in the Art of Place
Indigenous artists have until 31 March 2000 to enter the fifth National Indigenous Heritage Art Award. This highly successful, nationwide art competition and associated exhibition, The Art of Place, is a much anticipated biennial event in Canberra.
The Australian Heritage Commission offers the awards-and prize money totalling $44 000-to encourage Indigenous people to use their art to communicate the significance of their special heritage places. Indigenous artists across the nation are invited to submit work that represents a place they believe to be part of their heritage.
For the first time in 2000, an award will be given in a 'Reconciliation Category' for artworks created by Indigenous and non-Indigenous artists working together.
This year, the Art Award, including the Art of Place Exhibition, will be
a key event at Old Parliament House in Canberra during the Olympic Games.
Interested artists should contact:
Art Award Coordinator
5th National Indigenous Heritage
Art Award
Australian Heritage Commission
GPO Box 787 Canberra ACT 2600
Call Toll Free 1800 687 093