about wra
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Western Riverina Arts (WRA) is a not-for-profit organisation that works in partnership with our member councils: Narrandera Shire Council, Leeton Shire Council, Griffith City Council and Murrumbidgee Council to support, develop and promote arts and culture in the Western Riverina. Formally launched in 2011, WRA is part of a network of 15 Regional Arts Boards in NSW that link through to Regional Arts NSW. Western Riverina Arts is funded by the NSW State Government through Create NSW, and through contributions from its Member Councils.
With a population of over 50,000 people and several high profile artists the Western Riverina has an active, diverse and rich cultural life. Covering nearly 14,000 square kilometres, Western Riverina Arts is the peak arts conduit organisation in the region. We aim to support the needs and culture of our communities, acting to ensure the vitality and sustainability of arts and culture by:
Developing audiences
Encouraging community capacity
Developing pathways for artists and creative communities
Promoting cultural events
Initiating project activity
Strengthening regional cultural development
Connecting creative communities
