An online message by the State Government executive now in charge of Arts SA has sparked concerns arts organisations may face further funding cuts.
Adelaide, especially in arts and culture, has always liked to think of itself as being ahead of the curve. But recent announcements – including those in yesterday’s budget – suggest we’ve decided to buck that trend, writes Gail Kovatseff.
In today’s Notes on Adelaide, Arts South Australia loses its executive leadership not long after being stripped of responsibility for a range of high-profile organisations, a surprise “acting, acting” CEO for the Premier’s Department, and we remember the brief involvement of Peter Dutton’s spin doctor in South Australian politics.
These biennial awards, run by Arts SA, were announced in a special ceremony at Adelaide Writers’ Week, followed by a VIP function in the Torrens Parade Ground Drill Hall.