The Northern Territory (NT) Arts and Culture Infrastructure Survey 2023 (the Survey) was initiated by the NT Government and delivered in consultation and partnership with ANKA and Desart to gain an understanding of the status and development needs of Aboriginal owned art and culture centre infrastructure in the NT. The Survey was delivered via the ‘Have Your Say’ online platform opening on the 12 October 2023 and closing on the 19 November 2023.

This report includes a summary of the Survey results and key infrastructure priorities and issues identified and will be used to inform NT Government and Aboriginal art and culture industry plans that support the development of Aboriginal art and culture in the NT.

Aboriginal-owned art and culture centres are integral to a strong, safe, ethical and sustainable Indigenous visual arts and culture industry and the continued development of Aboriginal art and culture. Sustainable and inclusive facilities not only support best practice in the arts and culture industry, Aboriginal cultural maintenance and sustainability, business and service delivery, but also provide significant cultural, social and economic benefits for Aboriginal artists, arts workers and communities.

The survey invited Aboriginal art and culture centres to provide information on:

1. how the centre currently operates
2. what facilities the centre has to support core business
3. the types of art made
4. the cultural, business and visitor services provided
5. infrastructure priorities and needs for the centre.

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