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Flourishing arts careers for regional artists

Meaningful, inclusive arts experiences

A collegial collaborative arts network

Elevating First Nations arts

Leading an innovative, connected and sustainable arts sector in regional Queensland and beyond that provides value for the community, businesses, government and creative professionals.

The Creative Arts Alliance works across South East Queensland North in partnership with six local councils – Gympie, Noosa, Sunshine Coast, Moreton Bay, Somerset & Redlands.

Creative Arts Alliance recognises that we work and create on the lands of the Quandamooka, Yuggera, Turrbal, Jinibara, Kabi Kabi/Gubbi Gubbi, Waka Waka and Butchula/Badtjala peoples. We acknowledge them as Traditional Owners, Custodians, First Peoples and the first artists, storytellers, performers and creatives of these lands. We pay our deep respects to their Elders past, present and emerging.

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LIVE MUSIC PROJECT SET TO BOOST REGIONAL INDUSTRY

Creative Arts Alliance (CAA) presents a new regional live music project in partnership with five SEQ...

Covid impacts on the Regional Arts Sector

The Creative Alliance (CAA) stands in solidarity with the thousands of creatives, arts workers, mana...

Welcome Mandi McIntyre!

CAA welcomes our new RASN Manager – Mandi McIntyre! Originally from Brisbane, Mandi has spent ...

EOI for Regional Arts Officer

The Creative Arts Alliance (CAA) invites suitable applicants to submit an expression of interest (EO...

Farewell Katie! With gratitude from the whole region

It is with heavy hearts that we let you know that our RASN Manager – the amazing Katie Edmiston, i...

RASN Outcomes continue to exceed expectation in SEQN

It has been a massive last 6 months of the RASN program in SEQN including the development and delive...

Statement from Chair Phil Smith

CAA Chair Phil Smith recently travelled to Somerset, sitting alongside Kabi Kabi Elder, educator and...

Statement from Director Auntie Debra Bennet

Goorie Woman and direct descendant of the Kullali Peoples of South Western QLD and Wakka Wakka and G...

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Sep 18

This Sunday 19 September we are heading to Mooloolaba for Live and Local! We'd love for you to join us at these great venues showcasing a full day of good vibes and great music - make sure you support your Local!

@buckingseahorse
Sunday is always better when you spend it with local live music, in a creative little nook in the heart of Mooloolaba. Come to connect, recharge, taste and enjoy - Coffee, Tea, Pies, Sandwiches, Cakes, Cheese platters, Cocktails, Beer and Wines … and the tasty live tunes from some of the Sunshine Coast’s best performers.

@thewharfmooloolaba
The Heart of Mooloolaba
A landmark at the heart of one of Queensland’s most beautiful locations. The Wharf Mooloolaba is a unique location that’s quintessentially Australian. With the picturesque Mooloolah River and Marina as its backdrop and a variety of entertainment and dining experiences available, it is the perfect setting for you to connect, create and celebrate life’s simple pleasures.

#liveandlocal #liveandlocalsunshinecoast #supportyourlocal

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Sep 17

This Saturday 18 September we are heading to Palmwoods & Eudlo for Live and Local! You can find us at these great venues showcasing a full day of great music - make sure you support your Local!

@homegrownpalmwoods
This quaint garden cottage style venue is the perfect stop over for an afternoon treat. Serving locally sourced produce & small batch in-house roasted coffee. Delightful garden seating for relaxing and serving a seasonal dinner first Saturday of the month. This gig is going to be superb.

@rosebedandfinch
We couldn’t think of a sweeter place to meet with friends & enjoy some local music than the sweetest of sweet Rosebed & Finch. They create the most beautiful, delicious + natural cakes on the Sunshine Coast, and expanding into a savoury and charcuterie range.
All products are vegan, contain no gluten or refined sugars (keto options available), though do contain nuts.

Open as a cafe Tuesday-Thursday 9-4, their certified gluten free and always plant based food is amazing... they also do catering and creative workshops held within the garden space. Their continuous support for local small businesses and farmers sourcing the most amazing organic produce in our region to showcase, is paramount.

We love that they believe that anybody should be able to feel good whilst enjoying the sweeter things in life.

#liveandlocal #liveandlocalsunshinecoast #supportyourlocal

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Sep 16

LIVE AND LOCAL SUNSHINE COAST - FINAL ARTIST DROP!

We are rounding out the Sunshine Coast Live and Local micro-festival with an awesome Sunday at Mooloolaba. Catch your final artists below and stay tuned for our next Live and Local Locations!

SoLar @solar3005
Mason Hope @mason_hope99
JC and the Tree @jcandthetree
Demi Casha @demicasha
Oskar Campbell @oskar.campbell
Karlou @iamkarlou
Nana’s Pie Band @nanaspieband
The Lyrical @thelyrical
Sunza Beaches @thesunzabeaches

Full program on the facebook event page

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Sep 15

LIVE AND LOCAL SUNSHINE COAST - THIRD ARTIST DROP!

We had a fantastic time at Nambour and Eumundi on the weekend but we are back again on Saturday 18 September at Eudlo and Palmwoods with this stellar bill ✨:

Pat Tierney @pattierneymusic
Will Clift @willcliftmusic
The Dawn Light @thedawnlight_music
Joshua Curtis @joshcurtismusic82
Darcy Kate @darcykatemusic
Adam James @adamjamesmusic
Phin @phin_music
VYN @vynmusic
Lydia Fairhall @lydiafairhall

Jump over to our fb event page for the program and more info on our Live and Local artists!

#liveandlocal #livemusicSEQ #SEQNliveandlocal

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Sep 14

If you're working in the music and events industry on the Sunshine Coast, you'll be kicking yourself if you miss tonight's Live and Local Professional Development session.

Get down to @mccmetropolitan for 2 hours with Dom Miller from 6pm. No need to register, just join in!

Presented in partnership with QMusic and Live Music Office

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Sep 11

Such a pleasure to hear those beautiful melodies from @annaandjordanmusic and joyful storytelling from Bobby Longstaff playing #liveandlocal at @millstkitchen today.

catch us this afternoon at @thevillagepickle and tonight at @sunshinecoastpinball

Tomorrow you can find us at Eumundi!

Amazing lineup curated by @andreakirwin for two full weekends of live gigs! #supportyourlocal

#seqnmusic #creativeartsalliance #originalmusic #visitsunshinecoast

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Sep 10

This Sunday 12 September we are heading to Eumundi for Live and Local! You can find us at these great venues showcasing a full day of great music - make sure you support your Local!

Eumundi Coffee @eumundicoffee
Welcome to the Original Eumundi Coffee ☕️ What a perfect place to see some live music.
Eumundi Coffee has been a favourite for caffeinating locals and visitors to the famous Eumundi Markets since 2011. Come see us Wednesday or Saturday from 6am, the coffee is the best you will find and the smiles are real, if you really love their coffee, you can order online and they deliver it to your door.

Eumundi Pavilion @eumundi_pavilion_markets
We hope you’re ready to get down & groove, cause this location has an incredible vibe! 💃🏼🕺
On the high side of Eumundi, on the Joe’s Waterhole side of the street, you’ll find a lane leading up to a pavilion. Look for the big blue sign with the palm trees. Follow the sloping walk, stopping along the way to check out the stall holders along the side of the lane. You’ll find great produce, interesting products and you may even stop for a psychic reading.

Imperial Hotel Eumundi @imperialhoteleumundi
With so many little nooks & cranny’s to explore, this place has it all 👏🏽
Located in the charming hinterland town of Eumundi (home to the world-famous Eumundi Markets), the iconic Imperial Hotel is renowned for its creative decor, fabulous food, live entertainment and the Eumundi Brewery.

The menu features fresh, seasonal produce from the region with classic pub favourites and a selection of modern dishes. Seriously good food. The Imperial's beautiful beer garden is a favourite with locals and tourists alike - the perfect place to soak up live music grooves. Friday and Saturday nights see some of the best bands and comedians in the business play ticketed shows in 'The Bunker' and 'The Brewery'.

#liveandlocal #supportyourlocal

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Sep 10

LIVE & LOCAL SUNSHINE COAST - SECOND ARTIST DROP!

Sunday 12 September we are heading to Eumundi with this stunner line up:

Kim Kirkman
Damien Campbell
Dangerous Song
Asher Beau - @asherbeaumusic
At Dusk - @atduskmusicband
Solua - @soluaworldmusic
JaZZella Trio - @jaZZellamusic
Phil Barlow and the Wolf - @philbarlowofficial
The Fins - @thefinsmusic

Switch over to our Facebook for artist profiles and the full Sunshine Coast program

#liveandlocal #livemusicSEQ #SEQNliveandlocal #indiemusic #originalmusic #singersongwriter #musictalent #livemusic #liveevents #seequeensland #itslive #Musiceverywhere #musicanywhere #soundsofSEQ #thisisqueensland #regionalarts #discoverSEQ #itsliveinqueensland #experienceSEQ #talentshowcase #artsengagement #celebratingstories #seqn #rasn #artsqld #welovemusic

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Sep 9

Here’s an introduction to some of our live music friendly venues on the coast – make sure you show them some love & head down to the gigs at these locations on the 11th September 👏🏽

@millstkitchen contribute in many ways to our local economy & have an incredible ethos. Check this out!
At Mill St they believe eating locally can benefit both the environment and your health. Putting your dollars into supporting the local community and farmers directly you are voting for the kind of world you want to see.
Fresh.Local.Wholesome.

How could we not love @thevillagepickle?

We're Brendan, Jaimi and Ren have a passion for showcasing amazing local, coast produce shows, as well as local craft beers and locally roasted, organic coffee.

Their famous brisket pastrami is smoked fresh. They are open to the public 6 days a week Tuesday-Sunday and are now open Thursday + Friday evenings.

Yep, there’s a Pinball parlour on the coast!
@sunshinecoastpinball hold unique private parties, weekly club events, are open to all ages, skill sets and abilities and have some pretty cool family friendly deals. They've got three refurbished slate tables for everyday use, so you'll always be able to rack up a game, and original classic arcade games that you can't find anywhere else, including Daytona USA, Time Crisis 2, Sega Rally, Big Buck Hunter, Alien Armageddon, Space Invaders, Pac-Man, Donkey Kong, Street Fighter, plus heaps more PLUS a premium fast track air hockey table delivering first class fun. Everyone loves air hockey.

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Sep 7

LIVE & LOCAL SUNSHINE COAST - FIRST ARTIST DROP!

Live and Local kicks off at Nambour on Saturday 11 September - Here's a look at your first artists:

Lydia Fairhall @lydiafairhallmusic
Bobby Longstaff @roblongstaffmusic
Anna & Jordan @annaandjordan
Joe Man Murphy @joemanmurphy
Hayden Hack
Karen Law Trio @karenlawmusic
Peruvian Flashback @peruvianflashback
Shen Panthers @shenpanthers
Forrest Run @forrestrunofficial

For the full program, jump over to our Facebook page.

Artwork @listentothegraphics

#liveandlocal #livemusicSEQ #SEQNliveandlocal #indiemusic #originalmusic #singersongwriter #musictalent #livemusic #liveevents #seequeensland #itslive #Musiceverywhere #musicanywhere #soundsofSEQ #thisisqueensland #regionalarts #discoverSEQ #itsliveinqueensland #experienceSEQ #talentshowcase #artsengagement #celebratingstories #seqn #rasn #artsqld #welovemusic

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Sep 7

The Live & Local afternoon show on Sept 11 in Nambour will be at @thevillagepickle ! 🍔🌻
Featuring:
2pm - @joemanmurphy
3pm - @haydenhack.music
4pm - Karen Law Trio

You can listen to spotify playlists featuring some of the Live & Local artists on the Peace Run Records Spotify Reposted from @peacerunrecords

Artwork @listentothegraphics

#liveandlocal #livemusicSEQ #SEQNliveandlocal #indiemusic #originalmusic #singer #musictalent #livemusic #liveevents #seequeensland #itslive #Musiceverywhere #musicanywhere #soundsofSEQ #thisisqueensland #regionalarts #discoverSEQ #itsliveinqueensland #experienceSEQ #talentshowcase #artsengagement #celebratingstories #seqn #rasn #artsqld #welovemusic

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Sep 7

Reposted from @peacerunrecords Live & Local day one lunchtime concert in Nambour! 🎵
Saturday September 11 at Mill St. Kitchen & Pantry features:
10am @lydiafairhall
11am Bobby Longstaff
12pm @annaandjordanmusic

You can listen to the day one Live & Local Nambour playlist featuring some of the artists, just search Peace Run Records on Spotify.

Artwork @listentothegraphics

#liveandlocal #livemusicSEQ #SEQNliveandlocal #indiemusic #originalmusic #singer #musictalent #livemusic #liveevents #seequeensland #itslive #Musiceverywhere #musicanywhere #soundsofSEQ #thisisqueensland #regionalarts #discoverSEQ #itsliveinqueensland #experienceSEQ #talentshowcase #artsengagement #celebratingstories #seqn #rasn #artsqld #welovemusic

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Sep 2

SUNSHINE COAST LIVE & LOCAL MICRO-FESTIVAL PROGRAM ANNOUNCED 🎉

Sunshine Coast Live & Local Micro-Festival is employing 71 music makers showcasing in 10 venues across the Sunshine Coast region over 4 jam-packed days. Hit the link in our bio to check out the exciting line up on our vibrant poster from @listentothegraphics

The Live & Local Sunshine Coast Micro-Festival gigs are family friendly, absolutely free and no bookings are required; however there is limited seating so early arrival is recommended.

You can expect to see pop-up gigs across Nambour Saturday September 11, Eumundi Sunday September 12, Palmwoods and Eudlo Saturday September 18, and Mooloolaba on Sunday September 19 featuring 36 different acts from soloists to bands.

Thanks to our partners @rasnqld @artsqueensland @sunshinecoastcouncil @qmusicnetwork @livemusicoffice @apraamcos

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Aug 7

We couldn't be luckier to have this amazing woman onboard as our Curator for the Redlands region Live & Local program 👏🏽

Multi disciplinary artist and proud Quandamooka woman, @nixbag has worked in the music industry for over 15 years as a performing artist, creative coach, singer songwriter, emerging producer/curator, events worker & Co ordinator.

She has had consistent involvement in grass roots artist development, community engagement and community policy development, recently as a change-maker with QYAC artist reference group to develop the arts & culture policies, now currently with Redlands Council continuing this highly valuable work.

Nix has also spent around 6 years running open mics around Wynnum Manly encouraging artists of all ages to develop their stage craft as live performers . Most of these artists are now enjoying the pursuit of a career in music with her enthusiasm and encouragement. Her work as a creative coach spans 6 years doing interpersonal exploration with creatives on breaking through what their barriers are in producing art. She has also worked with the Bayside Trackers program to engage indigenous school children to learn by sharing their traditional songlines and dances and supporting traditional artists in professional development.

In addition to these roles, Nix currently works passionately to support mental health awareness in the arts as a MHFA instructor, drawing on her education and experience as a health professional and lived experience working in the arts and events industries.

Keep your 👀 peeled for our event announcements, coming SOON!

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Aug 7

It’s been a few weeks since the announcement of the resignation of our first employee and Foundation RASN Manager - the amazing Katie Edmiston

But we’d like to officially say ‘farewell’, as she starts the next part of her brilliant career.

Katie contributed more to the Creative Alliance than just her vast passion, intelligence, strategic brilliance, compassion, community genius and sharp insights into our sector. In doing so, she has made a powerful contribution to the growth of the Queensland arts community over the last 3 years and helped turn CA from a startup arts NFP, into an important regional vehicle for arts and cultural partnerships, cutting edge programs and transformative networks.

We’ll be forever grateful for your huge contribution to CA Katie and we wish you well. We look forward to working with you again sometime soon!

The Board and Team - Creative Alliance

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Jul 30

Joining the curator team for Live & Local is the talented and delightful Cara Robinson of @hatfitzandcara 🤩

Cara Robinson has over 30 years experience in the music industry as an artist, writer and producer, 20 years as a booking agent for independent artists. Cara has written music for and collaborated with numerous artists including David Holmes and Corrine Bailey Rae, on top of her own 6 albums and 3 EP’s, all original compositions.

She completed a National Diploma and BA-HONS in Music before moving on to manage various bands, and touring them overseas to the UK and Europe, as well as Japan, USA and Canada. Her main project has been manager, booking agent and member of Australia’s well known act Hat Fitz and Cara for the last 12 years. She was also hired as professional soprano singer for the production of Carnival Messiah which was performed in front of the Queen at the Common Wealth institution in London. She also performed at the Abbey Theatre in Dublin as a singing wall of peace.

Cara has spent years mentoring young artists, working in England for the Bronze project which helped young artists move forward with their creative career in the industry of music. She was also a member of the CED (Community Education Department) in Leeds University for over 4 years and part of The Moving On Music project integrating jazz music into correctional boys facilities and youth detention centres and teacher at the B-Tech National Diploma institute of Music in Ireland. More recently she has been program consultant for the Blues Stage at the Woodford Folk Festival and plays a hands-on role in helping the bands from overseas into Australia and Australian bands to start their journey creating their music overseas.

She believes that the more information young artists have the more tools they have to navigate their way successfully in this world today and to recognise the people that help you on your way up in music is an integral quality as an artist.

Welcome aboard Cara!

#LiveandLocal #LiveMusicSEQ #LocalArtist #OriginalMusic #BluesandRoots #hatfitzandcara #visitqueensland #MusicCommunity

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Jul 30

Expressions of Interest for Live & Local project have been extended until August 8th.

LIVE AND LOCAL IS THE FIRST OF ITS KIND FOR THE SOUTH EAST QUEENSLAND REGION – A SERIES OF MICRO EVENTS SHOWCASING LIVE, ORIGINAL MUSIC ORGANISED BY THE CREATIVE COMMUNITY, FOR THE GREATER COMMUNITY.

This project will be delivered as part of the Regional Arts Services Network (RASN) and Creative Arts Alliance partnership with Arts Queensland encompassing Gympie, Noosa, Sunshine Coast, Redland and Moreton Bay City council regions. We are also pleased to announce Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF), Live Music Office, APRA/AMCOS and QMusic are also, all presenting partners of the first edition of Live & Local.

These key industry partners have garnered support to fund and run the initiative which aims to support the creative and career development of original music creators and future music venues.

“This project is a natural progression for CAA, following the successful workshops, forums, mentoring and professional development we have hosted over the past three years.” CAA Chair Phil Smith said.

“Live and Local is a national project but we have tailored it to the specific needs of the communities our RASN covers, to bring businesses that are traditional live music venues and those who are interested in investing in live music together, and matching them with musicians from the regions.

“The curators in each region understand the landscape of the local scene and have brought several new businesses on board to deliver live music events through the micro-festivals which we aim to have lasting programming that impacts into the future.

The national partnership with the Live Music Office will enable music industry mapping, policy development and more – which is a vital right for music – one of the industries hit hardest by COVID.”

The inaugural Live and Local Program is a capacity building project being rolled out over 5 regions, which will focus on strengthening and supporting local live music, through the presentation of a series of micro festivals.

Our first priority is to encourage as many local musicians as possible, see the link in our bio for more info ⬆️

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Jul 26

It's such a privilege to have someone as passionate about music as Amy Kate Music on our team for Live & Local - Let's get to know her a little better ✨

Amy Kate is a Brisbane-based acoustic-pop singer and multi-instrumentalist. As well as being a full time musician gigging throughout South East Queensland Amy Kate also spends her time as a music teacher specialising in vocals, guitar, piano and classroom music.

In 2017 AK created Young Mic, an open mic for under 18’s generating opportunities for young musicians to perform in the local community. Four years on and Young Mic has seen over 100 young musicians from the Moreton Bay Region leap out of their shells, gain confidence, perfect their stagecraft and perform for local audiences.

In 2020 AK worked as lead coordinator for Creative Arts Alliance’s, Plug In Music Mentorship. Plug In provided emerging musicians from SEQN access to creative practice and industry development facilitated by leading industry reps, venues, festivals, originations and professional musicians.

Amy Kate loves to balance her own career as a musician and educator whilst also supporting young local talent in the community, knowing that every given opportunity is one step closer to living and breathing a job that you absolutely love, music.

What a gem, glad to have you Amy 👏🏽
#liveandlocal #soundsofSEQ #thisisqueensland #regionalarts #discoverSEQ #itsliveinqueensland #experienceSEQ #talentshowcase #artsengagement #celebratingstories #seqn #rasn #artsqld #welovemusic

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Jul 23

You may be wondering who the legends are behind each micro event for Live & Local, wonder no more 🤩. Welcome Emily Murphy 👏🏽

Music manager and event producer @traipsing_em has years of experience in the music industry across various roles. For the past 10 years, she has managed a number of First Nation singer/songwriters; released music as a publicist; and curated and contributed to professional development across the country and in Canada.
With an entrepreneurial spirit, she has worked for herself since 2005 creating events, working with communities and ensuring a lasting legacy wherever she goes. She has completed contracts as Programmer of @gympiemusicmuster, curator of programs for University of Southern Queensland’s immersive Indigenous program, music and business manager for Shellie Morris as well as CBF and @artsqueensland grant assessor.

Over her career she has managed the careers of other creatives, assisted in the creative and economic development of two festivals in remote Australia (Yirrkala and Kakadu), produced a weekly event in the Queen Street Mall in Brisbane through a contract with @brisbanecitycouncil promoting inclusion and diversity and project managed the development of two community centred albums of diverse peoples. Emily is a passionate go-getter committed to communicating with respect, she actively promotes inclusion, legacy and diversity in all her projects.

#meetthecurators #gympieregion #liveandlocal #livemusicSEQ #gympiemusic

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Jul 22

Are you an emerging performer or band? Do you fancy the opportunity to play a live gig & network with industry professionals? We want to hear from YOU!

EOIs are closing soon for original musicians from Gympie, Noosa, Sunshine Coast, Moreton Bay and Redlands to take part in a region wide festival of micro events showcasing and celebrating our local talent!

Applications & more info on the SEQN Live and Local can be accessed via the link in our BIO ⬆️

Thanks to our partners and collaborators:@rasnqld, @gympieregionalcouncil, @noosa_council,@sunshinecoastcouncil, @moretonbayregion, @redlandcouncil, @livemusicoffice, @qmusicnetwork

#liveandlocal #livemusicSEQ #SEQNliveandlocal #emergingmusicSEQ #Musiceverywhere #musicanywhere #soundsofSEQ #emergingartist #emergingtalent #thisisqueensland #regionalarts #supportlocalmusicians #discoverSEQ #itsliveinqueensland #experienceSEQ #talentshowcase #artsengagement #celebratingstories #seqn #rasn #artsqld #gympiemusic #noosamusic #sunshinecoastmusic #moretonbaymusic #redlandsmusic #welovemusic

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Jul 11

MEET OUR CREATIVE BUSINESS CHAMPIONS ✨

Katie Woods

I have over twenty years in arts and cultural management roles. I studied music performance and began my career as a professional orchestral musician working in Australia and the UK before moving into arts management. I have worked in roles across the sector for major performing arts and not-for-profit organisations, most recently as an Executive Producer at the Queensland Performing Arts Centre.

As a Creative Business Champion I am here to assist you with grant writing and fundraising, including developing project plans, budgets and evaluation plans. I can also work with you on developing and managing collaborative partnerships and supporting positive stakeholder relationships. I’m looking forward to working with you!

To get in touch with Katie or find out more, go to the link in our bio

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Jul 10

MEET OUR CREATIVE BUSINESS CHAMPIONS ✨

Elliott Bledsoe

I have been working in arts marketing for more than 10 years, with a focus on opportunities for the arts afforded by digital technologies. There is so much inspiring, innovative and important art across Australia that can benefit from well planned and executed marketing and communications. I want to support artists and arts organisations to understand the value that comes from strategic communications, and to help them make marketing planning part of their practice, rather than an afterthought or an unwanted budget line item.

As a Creative Business Champion, I can help you be strategic, consistent and integrated with your marketing and communications efforts. I can give you advice on a range of marketing activities and channels including web content, media releases, social media, media comment and interview, branding, advertising, establishing metrics, monitoring progress and undertaking ongoing reporting on and evaluation of your marketing. I also have experience with a range of digital technologies including website content management systems (CMS), social media management tools, electronic direct mail (EDM) systems and live streaming platforms.

To meet Elliot or find out more, hit that link in our bio

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Jul 9

MEET OUR CREATIVE BUSINESS CHAMPIONS ✨

Shelley Pisani

My career in the arts spans 26 years from studio artist to gallery director, curator, consultant and artistic director. Currently I operate three home-based businesses. The Ideas Distillery is an arts consultancy business specialising in arts-led innovation. Ink Block Designs is my visual arts and design practice. Makers’ Shopfront is an online platform to grow visual arts entrepreneurship launching in mid-2021.

My qualifications are in visual arts and arts management, but my work has seen me manage a not-for-profit regional arts production company, a regional gallery, cross-artform projects, festivals and large-scale, strategic regional arts projects.

As a Creative Business Champion I will be able to assist artists with career mapping and business development opportunities, as well as groups and organisations looking to take a more entrepreneurial approach. Together we can find the right structure to support your creative practice.

I am also really keen to work with people who are interested in taking on leadership or producing roles in their communities, connecting them to opportunities, training and the resources needed to facilitate growth. I can also be a sounding board for those emerging and established leaders needing a discerning ear in regards to career, projects and business development.

To set up a chat with Shelley, head to the link in our bio

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Jul 8

MEET OUR CREATIVE BUSINESS CHAMPIONS ✨

Stuart Watters
As a Creative Industries practitioner for over 25 years, I’ve been a musician, organisational manager, consultant, entrepreneur, public servant and have served on multiple boards, advisory bodies managing stakeholder relations at the highest level in local, national and international contexts. Ongoing roles in the music and technology industries have been the foundation of my career to date, but I have worked across commercial, not-for-profit and public sectors. I ran both QMusic and AIR holding those roles for 5 years respectively then set up my own company n 2009 providing a range of services to the music and creative industries.

As a Creative Business Champion I will be able to assist you with helping run your enterprise as a business. As a business owner myself it’s important to understand what is required to effectively set up a business but also how to establish yourself strategically and to ensure you are capitalising on opportunities that present themselves and not over investing in activity that may be a distraction. I love getting people into the right headspace to take their ideas and help direct their energy so they are maximising the opportunities in front of them.

To talk with Stuart or one of our other champions, go to the link in our bio

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Jul 7

MEET OUR CREATIVE BUSINESS CHAMPIONS ✨

Ant McKenna

I’ve been working in creativity for 30 years and have gained a reputation as a dynamic and forward-thinking artist, worker, producer, project developer, fund sourcing specialist and manager. I’ve taken time away from being Program Manager of Brisbane Multicultural Art Centre (BEMAC), where I oversaw programs at the Qld Multicultural Art Centre (QMC) and across South East Queensland, including Arts Queensland’s Regional Arts Services Network in Logan & Ipswich as well as partnering with District Studios to produce the QUBE Effect project for Brisbane City Council.

Previously I’ve worked with Arts Queensland and Sunshine Coast Council as well as Q Music. I’m also a Director of the Creative Arts Alliance and continue to work as a musician.

As a Creative Business Champion I am looking forward to supporting you to develop great funding applications, fund sourcing plans and income generating strategies. I can help with budgets, planning, project development, partnership development, etc but just generally helping you to find dollars to support your creative work.

To talk to Ant or one of the other team members, follow the link in our bio

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Jul 6

MEET OUR CREATIVE BUSINESS CHAMPIONS ✨

Nancy Bamaga

Eso, I have links with Thabu Burum/Samu clan from Saibai Island in the Torres Strait Islands. I am a community development practitioner specialising in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander businesses and communities and my expertise can be applied to individuals and the wider community. I have worked across the visual arts and performing arts as well as the retail and cultural tourism sectors for over 30 years. My experience covers community development, event management, business development working both locally and nationally.

As a Creative Business Champion, I will be able to assist and work with you in identifying business ideas and opportunities and support you to build your career pathway to be market ready and, within your industry, identifying opportunities to connect you with government agencies and build your network of other business.

For more details or to arrange a chat with Nancy, go to the link in our bio

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Jul 6

MEET OUR CREATIVE BUSINESS CHAMPIONS ✨

Ruth Atkinson
I’m an experienced Producer and Manager with a 30-year career working on the business side of the Arts and Media industries. Based in Toowoomba, I’m a partner in RAVA Productions, Director of Curious Arts Festival and co-owner of Visual Focus, an audio-visual integration and events company.

My career experience spans roles in venue management and programming, arts marketing, tour coordination, television and media production as well as essential business strategy and management. Through Visual Focus, I’m growing my abilities with audio-visual technology integrated in theatrical and business activities. I hold an MBA, Post Graduate (Arts and Cultural Management) and a Bachelor of Business (Marketing).

As a Creative Business Champion, I will be able to assist you with planning and problem solving around the business development, structures and systems, strategic and project plans, touring and arts markets, assisting with entrepreneurial risk and financial management, arts marketing, benchmarking and contractual obligations. I’m passionate about helping artists focus on their creative practice, linking to opportunities and know-how in the business side of the arts.

To find out more or to chat to Ruth, head to the link in our bio

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Jun 29

What a massive last 6months of our #rasn program in #seqn
check out all the outcomes and achievements at https://caa.creativealliance.org.au/rasn-update/

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Jun 27

EOIs are now open for original musicians from Gympie, Noosa, Sunshine Coast, Moreton Bay and Redlands to take part in a region wide festival of micro events showcasing and celebrating our local talent!

Applications now open:
https://forms.gle/W6wqPd9An3QmLnmx8

For more info on the SEQN Live and Local head to:
https://caa.creativealliance.org.au/live-and-local/

Thanks to our partners and collaborators:
Regional Arts Services Network - RASN Arts Queensland Gympie Regional Council Noosa Council Sunshine Coast Council Moreton Bay Regional Council Redland City Council Live Music Office QMusic

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Jun 26

MEET OUR CREATIVE BUSINESS CHAMPIONS ✨

Lenine Bourke

I am an artist and community engagement specialist; I also work as a consultant and arts executive. Over the last 20 years I have worked as Artistic Director of a not for profit, Executive Director of a national peak body, been lead artist and facilitator on many projects, worked at all levels of government including Arts Queensland and the Australia Council for the Arts as Director of Community Partnerships, and worked with many diverse communities. I engage the public in arts and cultural practices to address social, cultural, environmental and political issues. This has taken me to regional and remote communities, major arts venues in every capital city, festivals, galleries, theatres, school halls and outdoor spaces. My work in community engaged practice has also been toured internationally. I am a researcher and currently completing my PHD in contemporary community engaged practices and public pedagogy. I work across other sectors including, education, health, disaster, environment, housing and broad social impact programs.

As a Creative Business Champion I will be able to assist you with engaging individuals, organisations, communities and the broader public. To really plan short term and long term community engagement processes, projects, programs and public outcomes. Exploring the biggest social and cultural impact opportunities together with the people you are collaborating. I am able to support you cross sectors and in partnership and stakeholder management. As well as measuring the benefits of your work, evaluation, debriefing and deep reflection. Working interculturally and internationally with diverse communities is my focus. Developing staff and team skills in this area as well as volunteer management, site management and event management.

To find out more or to connect with Lenine, head to the link in our bio

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Jun 24

MEET OUR CREATIVE BUSINESS CHAMPIONS ✨

Dr Erica Rose Jeffrey

I believe in the power of movement connected to positive social change. I have worked internationally as a performer, choreographer, educator, and facilitator. I completed a Masters in Peace and Conflict Studies at the University of Queensland and a PhD from Queensland University of Technology focusing on dance and peace. A Director of Peace and Conflict Studies Institute Australia (PaCSIA), I am engaged in arts and peacebuilding projects internationally. I am the founding Director of Dance for Parkinson’s Australia and was instrumental in launching classes nationwide as well as in the Asia Pacific region.

As a life-long dancer, I take an embodied approach to community based work. I am an experienced facilitator, educator and researcher involved a variety of social impact projects in diverse cultural contexts. I regularly work both in the field as a practitioner designing and delivering programs as well as in academia as a researcher and educator. This provides experience of both grass-roots community practice and ongoing reflection and application of theory. I have expertise in building meaningful community relationships and cross-sector partnerships as well as research and advocacy.

For more info and to connect with Erica, go to the link in our bio

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Jun 24

MEET OUR CREATIVE BUSINESS CHAMPIONS ✨

Athol Young

I am a Community Cultural Development worker with a focus on developing projects and programs that encourage community leadership, networking, artist development, access and audience development, partnership and stakeholder development and community engagement.

Over 30 years working in the Arts and Cultural sector including Community Arts, Theatre and Performing Arts, Festivals and Events, Visual Arts and Youth and Children’s Arts. I have operated in the local government, theatre, community arts, gallery and festival sectors in both Brisbane and regional and remote Queensland.

Arts and Cultural activity should be the glue that holds society together, can be a tool to drive social change and diversity should be showcased and celebrated in all its forms.

As a Creative Business Champion, I will share my expertise to help you to develop and clarify career and project goals, aims and outcomes including cross cultural and cross generational connections and maximising local economic benefits. I can support you to build partnerships and project stakeholders, and identify possible alternate funding streams, as well as professional and creative development and strategic, longer term, big picture thinking. I am looking forward to assisting with identifying pathways of access and audience development through creative “layering” and clear messaging.

To find out more, go to the link in our bio

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May 30

Head down to Gympie Regional Gallery to spend a relaxing morning weaving with Kabi Kabi Elder Aunty Bev Hand, who has immense knowledge of Indigenous traditions and history around South East Queensland. Happening Wednesday June 9.

Aunty Bev celebrates the sacred bunya trees of the Blackall Range through festivals, art, song, dance and weaving.

Held in conjunction with the exhibition 'Songlines: Lines of Connecting, Dreaming and Remembering.'

Bookings can be made at www.connectingstories.net/events

image credit: Beverly Hand (Kabi Kabi), Big Bunya (Still), 2020 - 2021, Video 1 minute, 37 seconds, courtesy the artist.

@gympieregionalgallery #seqnrasn #CreativeArtsAlliance #FirstNationsArt #ConnectingStories #GympieArtGallery

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May 29

Jump on the bus and head for the Ration Shed Museum. Be guided by Indigenous Elders while you explore symbols and meaning, read stories of strong women past and present, and learn what life was like for Indigenous people living under ‘The Act’.

The bus will be leaving from the Gympie Regional Gallery on Saturday June 12.

You will need to book tickets for this one: go to www.connectingstories.net/events

Image credit: The Ration Shed Museum

@gympieregionalgallery #seqnrasn #CreativeArtsAlliance #FirstNationsArt #ConnectingStories #GympieArtGallery

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May 28

Held in conjunction with her exhibition Response, join artist Carol McGregor for a Possum skin wristband workshop, Sunday 6 June, 10am - 1pm

Learn about the importance of possum skin cloaks as an artform, and as a means to strengthen community and individual identities. Gain insight into the significance of these materials and techniques and create your very own ethically sourced possum skin wristband to take home.

Grab your tickets now by heading to www.connectingstories.net/events

Image: Participants attending Carol McGregor’s possum skin wrist band workshop at RAG, Cleveland in July 2019.

#seqnrasn #CreativeArtsAlliance #FirstNationsArt #ConnectingStories #RedlandArtGallery #Response @redlandartgallery @carolmcgregor_art

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May 27

Country Connects Us at The Condensery - Somerset Regional Art Gallery

This exhibition of mixed and multimedia works tells a story of the deep and continuous connections that are guided by their country.

Featuring the works of artists Jason Murphy, Allan Kina, Aunty Enid Morris, Uncle Noel Blair, Cailtin Murphy and Jinibara children, this exhibition is rich in cultural knowledge and artistic expression.

Country Connects Us is showing until 18 July as part of Connecting Stories.

Image credit: 1. Country Connects Us exhibition view featuring works by Aunty Enid Morris, 2. Installation view of works by Jason Murphy, 3 Allan Kina, Incubation of Eggs (1 of 4), 2018 - 2021, acrylic on canvas.

#seqnrasn #CreativeArtsAlliance #FirstNationsArt #ConnectingStories #TheCondensery @SomersetRegionalCouncil @jason.murphy.735 #JinibaraArts #CountryConnectsUs @allankina

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May 26

Gympie Regional Gallery is having a family day on Saturday 29 May in connection to their current Connecting Stories exhibition, Songlines: Lines of Connecting, Dreaming and Remembering.

10 - 11am, Bring the kids and spend a morning with Sara Moore from Ocher Bee making some lovely wooden clapsticks.

11.30am - 12.30pm, Join Tracy Hardy, Gamilaroi woman and founder of Wattleseed Nutrition, Health and Wellbeing for a special Wayapa Wuurrk session and learn ways that we can all connect a little more deeply to ourselves, each other and our collective Mother, Earth.

All activities are free and suitable for the whole family but bookings are essential, so head to www.connectingstories.net/events to secure your spot.

Image credit: 1. Tracy Hardy, photo: @blackochrephotography, 2. Ochre and clapsticks, image via Gympie Regional Council.

#seqnrasn #CreativeArtsAlliance #FirstNationsArt #ConnectingStories #GympieArtGallery #Songlines #FirstNationsCulture @gympieregionalgallery @ocher_bee @wattleseednutrition

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It's a beautiful day for our final day of Live and Local here in Mooloolaba 🥳🎶🌴 we're starting off at Bucking Seahorse Cafe with Soula then Mason Hope and JC and the Tree💕💫
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Day 3 Live and Local Festival at Rosebed & Finch listening to the fantastic Adam James🌴🥳🌻🙌🎶 A perfect day to enjoy live music and Local hospitality ☕ thankyou Creative Arts Alliance Live Music Office Sunshine Coast Council APRA AMCOS 👏💥💫we're heading back to Homegrown Cafe Palmwoods after this to finish off the day's program🤩🤙🌟
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Day 3 Live and Local Festival at Rosebed & Finch listening to the fantastic Adam James🌴🥳🌻🙌🎶 A perfect day to enjoy live music and Local hospitality ☕ thankyou Creative Arts Alliance Live Music Office Sunshine Coast Council APRA AMCOS 👏💥💫were heading back to Homegrown Cafe Palmwoods after this to finish off the days program🤩🤙🌟
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My definition of heaven 🎉🙏🎶🌴 Live and Local Festival at Homegrown Cafe Palmwoods listening to Pat Tierney Music 💯🌟💫magic! Day 3 over 2 stages featuring 9 artists is off to a fantastic start🙌🌷
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My definition of heaven 🎉🙏🎶🌴 Live and Local Festival at Homegrown Cafe Palmwoods listening to Pat Tierney Music 💯🌟💫magic! Day 3 over 2 stages featuring 9 artists is off to a fantastic start🙌🌷
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“Across its first three years of operation, CAA has consistently demonstrated an appetite and ability to champion regional arts practices and enable the creation of new work – with a particular and necessary emphasis on First Nations arts practices. These are invariably of a high quality and continue to be critically and socially engaged.”

Michael Brennan Gallery Director, Noosa Regional Gallery

“Our relationship with Creative Alliance allows us to pursue our shared goals for regional artists and audiences and we look forward to building on this as CAA’s continues its growth and influence in the SEQN region.”

Kris Stewart, Chief Executive, QMusic