Carla Zampatti had a beautiful soul.

She was much more than a creative leader and an astute entrepreneur. Her passion for the arts was immense and her generosity to arts companies, particularly the Sydney Dance Company, was legendary. My love and deepest sympathy to her family.

The news that those who work in and love the arts have been waiting for. Well done Paul Fletcher 👏🏻

Read about it here: pm.gov.au/media/250-mill…

After a hard few months the people of NSW deserve the chance to let their hair down and sing. Great Southern Nights is a brilliant initiative from our NSW Government for the live music sector. Shout out to Dan Rosen and the ARIA team for their work on this. Watch the reel 🎥

Interesting statistics on the arts sector as it looks to emerge from the COVID-19 lock-down.

theaustralian.com.au/commentary/job…

Twenty years ago, I walked across the Harbour Bridge to mark the first National Reconciliation Week. Twenty years later, we still need to be “In This Together” to achieve meaningful reconciliation.

#InThisTogether #NRW2020

From June 1 residents of NSW will be allowed to visit cultural institutions. This is a great opportunity to support your local galleries by visiting them over the Queen's Birthday long weekend, or to go out and see one of the many museums across NSW!

📸: Art Gallery NSW

The search for 100 yrs of Australian cultural history is on! Ask your family and friends, search your attics, check your walls and garages. With over 6000 missing portraits you never know where one might be.

Read the ABC Article here:

abc.net.au/news/2020-05-1…

Mirra Whale, 2018

Over $1 million to Aboriginal Land Councils to assist with combating illegal dumping on Aboriginal land. Thank you NSW EPA

We could all use a bit of escapism right now! While our libraries are closed for a little while you can still access thousands of free ebooks, local & overseas newspapers, magazines and other resources from home online. Join @StateLibraryNSW at bit.ly/3aO9s2I

I am delighted the Art Gallery NSW is collaborating with artists, musicians, performers and workers in the creative industries to commission new works and connect artists with audiences online with #togetherinart .
See what’s going on at bit.ly/2V1ZXq9

Eligible small to medium arts, screen and cultural organisations can apply for grants of up to $10,000 from April 17th as part of the $750 million Small Business Fund for NSW announced today. For more information go to: bit.ly/2x1L27h

Not too sure of the latest rules? It's important to know what you CAN and what you CAN'T leave your home for during this period of #COVID19 isolation.

Check out our list below for a quick go-to guide!

#stopthespread #lookafterourmob #nswalc

Starting tomorrow the Sydney Opera House digital initiative – From our House to Yours – will bring performances, talks, podcasts, articles and behind-the-scenes content to our homes while the venue’s doors are temporarily closed to the public. Check it out – bit.ly/33WJBmB

Important health resources and advice for NSW Aboriginal communities is now available online at bit.ly/3dEcV5H
Please share with friends and community.

#Covid19 updated response and advice:
Stay at home unless you absolutely need to for things like
- going out irregularly for groceries 🛒
- short solo exercise 🏃‍♀️🚴‍♂️
- medical reasons or if you are caring for family 🏥
Keep up to date at nsw.gov.au

The NSW Aboriginal Land Council and the Registrar for the ALRA have implemented immediate provisions and advice to support Local Aboriginal Land Councils. Please see their joint statement here: bit.ly/2UpCKPk

It’s more important than ever to take care of your mental health 🧠 🏥
🤳keep in touch with your network
☎️don’t forget to call a relative
📺 and take time to switch off the news and have your own time

Watch this video for more advice and simple steps

NSW arts and culture community are doing it tough like many others. Create NSW is working to understand their needs and responding with practical short term measures. These measures are an important first step in helping our sector through this time bit.ly/2WFEsOh

Supermarkets & pharmacies in NSW will now be able to trade around the clock, if they choose to, so people can access essential goods whenever they need them during this period. Businesses & people need more flexible arrangements right now, and we're making it happen. #COVID19au

I'm pleased to say Parliament today passed an amendment to the Long Service Leave Act allowing workers who wish to access LSL early to do so, with mutual agreement from their employer. This will help to support families during this difficult time. #nswpol #auspol Business NSW