Melba’s newly established Arthur Creative Lilydale arts program has received a significant boost, thanks to a $10,000 grant from Yarra Ranges Council. The money will fund a 20-week program beginning late January.
Melba’s Aboriginal Connections, Liaison & Awareness Officer, Tim White, who is a proud Wiradjuri man, shares his perspective on news Victoria has passed Australia’s first Treaty law, creating a permanent Indigenous voice in parliament. “Treaty is a major step toward self-determination and a powerful affirmation after the disappointment of the Voice To Parliament referendum,” he says.
Three of Melba’s Arthur Creative artists have been honoured with the Emma Barrance Inclusive Arts Award and their performers have received funding from Ballarat City Council to buy much-needed portable music equipment.
Maroondah Council is in the process of shaping its 2026-2030 Disability Action Plan and is calling on residents to complete a brief survey to help make it a more accessible and socially inclusive community.
Accessibility remains a daily issue for people with disability and too often it feels like there’s little we can do to remove these barriers – particularly those that are physical. Not any more. Our ARROW East group has found an app that addresses the problem.
Melba’s Arthur Creative performers are about to spread their wings, thanks to an $8,000 Community Impact Grant from Ballarat City Council. The money allowed Arthur’s performers to buy portable music equipment – such as speakers, keyboards, microphones, mixing desks and lighting – which will enable them to perform at venues they were unable to before.
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