The report draws on socio-economic data1 compiled for the ‘creative hotspots’
included in this study, and all Australian local government areas – as well as desk research, and a small but
diverse sample of key informant interviews in Geraldton.
SCINEMA
Spirit Radio
Project Geraldton - part of project
North Midlands
Midwest Arts Awards
Queens Park Theater
The Residency
Film Harvest Midwest
Sunshine Festival, Nukara Mulle Music Festival
and Wildflower Festival
Festival Hydro Wind and Fontavia. The research team gratefully acknowledge the assistance of the following people and
organisations for providing the information and insights that made this report possible:
Marina Baker, Gallery Officer, Geraldton Regional Art Gallery
Ross Barden, ‘Volunteer Management’ Geraldton Cultural Trust
Jane Barndon, Artist
Fred Block, City of Greater Geraldton
Julian Canny, ‘Ringleader’/Producer, Euphorium Creative
Kim Canny, Majek Collective
Mark Canny, Majek Collective
Trudi Cornish, Manager Libraries, Heritage and Gallery, City of Greater Geraldton
Cam Fitzgerald, Artist
Paula Fletcher, Acting Coordinator Art Gallery and Cultural Development, Geraldton Regional Art Gallery
Dr Howard Gray, Marine Ecosystem Expert and Economic Historian
Minna Hilton, Associate Producer, Euphorium Creative
Lynda Howitt, Artist (lyndahowitt. qut. In addition to creators, Euphorium also emphasizes the development of
Artistic Products and encourages participation in
skill-building activities (eg through Sweet Orange Productions).
Euphorium is a private company specializing in the performing arts, and operates several programs, including
Youth Academy, a program based on improvisational theater and personal development. the ecosystem comprised many elements, but the connections were lacking)
audiences, particularly the difference between events and activities that were provided free versus
those that required a payment, such as selling art or attending a performance. It's clear that
artists are struggling a bit to understand some of the basics of how to build an audience and collaborate on
for more platform opportunities. However, we saw evidence of some disconnection
within the local arts and culture system, and the need for more joined-up facilitation. The
Perth Fringe World Festival also featured some local acts.
