Regional Arts Development Fund
The Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF) is a partnership between the Queensland Government and Banana Shire Council to support local arts and culture in regional Queensland.
There are two funding categories:
- Individual Professional Development
- Community Project
RADF promotes the role and value of arts, culture and heritage as key drivers of diverse and inclusive communities and strong regions. RADF invests in local arts and cultural priorities as determined by local communities.
2026/2027 RADF Application Dates:
| FUNDING ROUND |
CLOSING DATE |
ELIGIBLE PROJECTS |
| Round 1 2026/27 |
Midday, Monday 27 July 2026 |
For projects starting after 7 September 2026 |
| Round 2 2026/27 |
Midday, Monday 26 Oct 2026 |
For projects starting after 7 December 2026 |
| Round 3 2026/27 |
Midday, Monday 25 Jan 2026 |
For projects starting after 8 March 2027 |
| Round 4 2026/27 |
Midday, Monday 26 Apr 2026 |
For projects starting after 7 June 2027 |
Important Information
- In the event that funding is expended there may be less funding rounds offered.
Successful RADF Applicant Winterfest - Biloela
Individual Professional Development Grants
Objective: To nurture the creative and talented individuals in the Banana Shire and encourage growth in their practice.
These grants are to support individual professional and emerging artists or arts and cultural workers living in the Banana Shire to undertake professional development activities located within Australia. These activities will support the participant to grow and excel in their chosen field of practice.
Activities could include, but are not limited to:
- Attendance to professional development seminars, conferences, master classes or workshops.
- Mentorships or organised activities with industry professionals.
- Placements with recognised arts and cultural organisations.
- Travel, accommodation and associated costs with attending your activity.
Grant Amount:
Community Project Grants
Banana Shire RADF Funding categories are based on the Banana Shire Local Arts and Culture Priorities 2018-20, established through community feedback. If your project does not align strongly with these categories, consider how you could tailor its delivery, or contact the RADF Liaison Officer (RLO) for more information about other funding opportunities.
- Events and Festivals
Objective: For the provision of arts and culture activity within local events and festivals.
- Performances and Productions
Objective: To provide creative performances and productions to Banana Shire communities.
- Skills Development
Objective: Strengthen the local arts and cultural community and encourage growth and participation through providion of skills development opportunities. With particular focus on new and emerging artists and cultural workers.
- Creative Generation
Objective: Foster a new generation and build a community that values and participates in arts and culture regularly by providing activities that cater for children and young people.
Grant Amount:
- up to $3000 (or $5000 for significant projects involving multiple communities).
RADF Assessment Panel
RADF Grants are assessed by a panel of community members and Banana Shire Councillors. Their assessments are collated by Banana Shire Council staff and a recommendation is prepared for Council approval. The Banana Shire Council invites community members to join the RADF Assessment Panel, contact us if you are interested in this volunteer opportunity.
More Information
| RADF Liaison Officer |
Bridie Weaver |
| Post |
Banana Shire Council
Po BOX 412
BILOELA QLD 4715
|
| Email |
enquiries@banana.qld.gov.au |
| Phone |
(07) 4992 9500 |
| In Person |
Banana Shire Regional Art Gallery
62 Valentine Plains Road
To ensure availability call or email to make an appointment |
| Arts & Culture News |
Email enquiries@banana.qld.gov.au to join the Arts & Culture Mailing List |
