Campaspe Artist in Residence (CAIR) Program 2027

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Campaspe Artists in Residence (CAIR) Program

About the CAIR Program

Council welcomes applications from early career, mid-career or established:

  • Practising artists;
  • Curators; or
  • Creative researchers

Program objectives

Campaspe Shire Council invites Expressions of Interest (EOI) from artists, curators and creative researchers to participate in the Campaspe Artists in Residence (CAIR) Program.

The program supports creative practitioners by providing dedicated time, professional support and opportunities to develop their artistic practice, undertake research, explore local stories and landscapes, and strengthen connections with community and place. As part of Council's commitment to supporting First Nations-led arts and cultural practice and acknowledging the contribution First Nations artists make to cultural life in our region, at least one Artists in Residence opportunity has been identified for First Nations artists.

The residencies are designed to support a diverse range of creative activities, including research, experimentation, skill development, creative production and community-connected practice.

Applications are welcomed from practitioners working across all artistic disciplines and early, mid and established career stages.

Priority will be given to applicants who demonstrate:

  • Artistic merit and commitment to professional practice;
  • A connection to Campaspe Shire or a strong authentic interest in our local places, stories and communities;
  • A clear and achievable residency proposal;
  • Potential to contribute to the cultural life of the region through creative development, research, collaboration or community engagement.

Key Dates

Applications open: Thursday, 24 September 2026.
Applications close: Friday, 20 November 2026 by 5pm.
Outcomes assessed/announced: December 2026. 
Projects may start from: February 2027. 
Projects must finish no later than 27 November 2027. 
Residency documentation and reflection: no later than four weeks after project completion.

Council CAIR Program Contacts:

Pia Bonzi - Arts and Culture Support Officer on 03 5481 2881 or 0417 440 437 or email p.bonzi@campaspe.vic.gov.au

Suzy Barlow - First Peoples Engagement Officer on 03 5481 2871 or email s.barlow@campaspe.vic.gov.au

Kris Tito - Arts and Culture Coordinator on 03 5481 2818 or 0457 977 685 or email k.tito@campaspe.vic.gov.au