Department of Creative Industries, Tourism, Hospitality and Sport media releases
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Applications open for infrastructure grants
The latest round of funding under the NSW Government’s Infrastructure Grants program is now open, with more than $6 million available for community projects across the state.
Parents first line of defence in teenage gambling prevention
The NSW Government is enlisting parents in its efforts to protect children from gambling harm in light of statistics showing parental behaviour strongly influences teenage gambling attitudes.
Hotel licensee fined for forcing patrons to exit through gaming room
Requiring patrons to walk through a gaming room to leave a south Sydney hotel has seen its licensee prosecuted, convicted, and fined.
Liquor & Gaming officers help venues prepare for ski season
Liquor & Gaming NSW compliance officers have headed to the snowfields to help venues prepare for the opening of the snow season this weekend.
Next generation of Western Sydney musicians receive career-defining opportunity
FRIDAY*, Gemma Navarrete and Yellowline have been named as the recipients of the 2024 Generations - Western Sydney Music (Early Career) Fellowship, giving these talented up-and-coming solo artists and collectives the support, expert guidance and platform to help amplify their careers.
Liquor accords share insights to create safer communities
Creating safer and more vibrant communities was top of the agenda at the annual NSW Liquor Accords Forum in Newcastle yesterday.
Seventeen spectacular NSW creative productions set to tour and engage regional audiences
Audiences of all ages, from every corner of the state, will enjoy unforgettable experiences when 17 outstanding performing arts productions and cultural programs head out on tour, thanks to Create NSW’s Regional Arts Touring 2023/24 fund.
Major arts and culture investment delivers more experiences for audiences and strengthens NSW creative industries
Audiences across the state will soon have access to 131 creative projects and programs that showcase the exceptional calibre of talent and imagination of NSW’s creative industries.
Two year ban for licensee after patron served 22 beers
The former licensee of a Newcastle hotel has been banned from holding a liquor licence for two years after an intoxicated patron was served the equivalent of more than 35 standard drinks.
Roadshows to elevate regional night-time economy
Newcastle, Central Coast and Wollongong districts looking to boost their night-time economy will soon be able to take advantage of Office of the 24-Hour Economy Commissioner programs and initiatives.