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![A strong project proposal can take idea into reality. Photo of a figure wearing a cardboard box on their head with the letters ‘BRAIN’. Above it is a hand holding the word ‘IDEA’ in red.](https://www.artshub.com.au/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/07/pexels-shvets-production-7203724-e1720756986539.jpg?w=310)
Good project proposals: 5 dos and don’ts
From open calls to grant applications, project proposals are assessed in a competitive process that can benefit from strategising.
![A blue and black illustration of a lightbulb with symbols bursting out of it.](https://www.artshub.com.au/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/07/learning-3245793_1280.jpg?w=310)
Roadmap to Success – Learning Module 1, How We Developed the Roadmap Canvas
The first in a new series of videos offering practical advice for creative businesses and produced by The Big Idea…
![An urban roadway at night, with the blurred headlights and taillights of cars painting stripes of colour as they move towards and away from the camera.](https://www.artshub.com.au/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/07/pexels-ivan-rebic-2942497-4513688.jpg?w=310)
On the move: latest arts sector appointments
Our weekly round-up of Australian arts sector comings and goings.
![pay rise. Over a business desk one hand passes a clipboard to someone else's hand.](https://www.artshub.com.au/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/07/pexels-sora-shimazaki-5673502-e1720951322134.jpg?w=310)
How to succeed when negotiating a new salary or a pay rise
When negotiating for a pay rise, always take the time to consider the other party's situation and capabilities.
![The 2023 Darwin Festival's closing weekend at the Ski Club. A crowd is gathered around a brightly lit stage at sunset. Palm trees and other trees are silhouetted against the sunset and festooned with strings of lights.](https://www.artshub.com.au/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/07/DF23_27thAug23_0205_Closing-Weekend-at-the-Ski-Club_-Credit-George-Fragopoulos-1.jpg?w=310)
From cyclone tragedy to cultural celebration: Darwin Festival celebrates 45 years
In its 45th year, Darwin Festival commemorates the destruction wrought by 1974's Cyclone Tracy with the world premiere of a…
![Midsumma on the move, destination: unknown. A photo of three people moving a rainbow prop inside an office space with white walls and grey carpet. There is a trolley nearby and other storage times such as a signage with the word ‘Queer’.](https://www.artshub.com.au/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/07/IMG_4257-e1720744332346.jpeg?w=310)
Midsumma in dire need of new office after being forced to vacate
Midsumma’s team was issued a 30-day notice ending tomorrow for their Hanover House location, despite being assured of tenancy until…
![Two meerkats - it looks like one is whispering a secret to the other.](https://www.artshub.com.au/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/07/Untitled-design.webp?w=310)
This week's arts news and trending topics
In case you missed them, here are this week's top arts news stories.
![Imogen Batt-Doyle, winner of The Cloncurry Poetry Prize 2024 with an ode to the Outback. Photo: Supplied. A person squatting on the peak of a mountain with the sun setting in the background.](https://www.artshub.com.au/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/07/Imogen-Batt-Doyle_winner-2024-1-e1720506159677.jpg?w=310)
Opportunities and awards
Residency to create site-responsive work inside chic hotel, winners of Bush Music Fund, crime book finalists, and more!
![Two contemporary dancers make shapes with their bodies in a gallery setting.](https://www.artshub.com.au/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/07/Sundance.jpg?w=310)
New support for UK/Australian collaborations
The British Council has announced the opening of applications for its Connections Through Culture arts grants, supporting new cultural projects…
![Flag black top, red bottom and yellow circle centre. Aborigingal Australia.](https://www.artshub.com.au/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/07/Screen-Shot-2024-07-08-at-9.07.45-am-e1720393792618.png?w=310)
First Nations power list: 41 recent appointments making a difference
ArtsHub recognises a large group of recently appointed First Nations arts professionals.