The latest grants from Victoria’s regional arts package support local groups and tours by flagship organisations.

The Victorian State Government has announced more than $1 million in grants to provide support for a range of tours and arts programmes across the state. The funding aims to attract flagship organisations to regional areas, support local groups to present shows in local venues and strengthen performing arts in regional Victoria.

Announcing the latest round of grants, Minister for Creative Industries Martin Foley said: “Whether it’s in big cities or a small regional town – creative activities make places more liveable, boost tourism and create jobs for artists, organisations and local arts workers.”

“This funding will strengthen regional creativity – supporting major organisations to take their work to regional areas and community groups who are passionate about their local arts scene.”

State Library Victoria, Melbourne Symphony Orchestra and the Wheeler Centre are the three recipients of the recent round of funding to enable them to take a variety of programmes including workshops and professional development sessions to regional towns over the next two years.

Nine artists and companies will share in grants totalling $328,697 through the Touring Victoria programme. Tours include performances by Circus Oz...