Department of Creative Industries, Tourism, Hospitality and Sport media releases

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Departmental release
3 July 2024

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.

Departmental release
2 July 2024

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.

Departmental release
25 June 2024

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.

Departmental release
7 June 2024

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.

Departmental release
30 May 2024

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.

Departmental release
29 May 2024

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.

Departmental release
24 May 2024

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.

Departmental release
23 May 2024

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.

Departmental release
10 May 2024

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.

Departmental release
7 May 2024

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. 

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