British Council | Australia

Apply now for our Connections through Culture Grants

Supporting connections between Australia and the UK arts sector. Applications close on 12 August 2026.

The session centred Australian First Nations perspectives, offering a guided, contextualised engagement with the Rising Voices exhibition.

British Council Australia is supporting the participation of five artists at the forefront of contemporary practice.

Australia’s grants will focus exclusively on Climate Action and Sustainability, with grants of up to £5,000 available.

Bat Night Market is a multi-sensory installation set in a speculative future where bats are extinct.

We bring the best of UK creative talent to Australia and engage in innovative projects.

We facilitate dialogue and contribute to a more open, inclusive and prosperous world.

We bring the latest developments in science and technology to wider audiences.