Australian Pavilion

This momentum was further reinforced through Revive: A Place for Every Story, A Story for Every Place, the Australian Government’s National Cultural Policy launched in 2023. Revive places First Nations arts and culture at the heart of the national creative landscape, recognising the central role of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the first storytellers, knowledge holders, and cultural custodians of this continent. One of the key commitments under Revive was the establishment of Creative Australia and the First Nations-led governance structures that now guide our division. Revive also underscores the need for cultural sovereignty, ethical engagement, and greater investment in First Nations creative industries, ensuring that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists and organisations have the resources and autonomy to thrive.