2027-2032 Townsville City Arts and Culture Strategy

Overview Townsville City Council is seeking a suitably qualified Supplier to lead the development of the Townsville City Arts and Culture Strategy 2027–2032. The Strategy will articulate a shared vision for a connected, creative and culturally vibrant Townsville and provide a practical framework for Townsville City Council, community organisations, cultural institutions, artists, creatives, businesses, Traditional Owners, First Nations communities and funding partners to work together to deliver meaningful cultural, social and economic outcomes. Scope The scope includes: Undertaking background research and analysis Reviewing relevant Townsville City Council strategies, policies, programs and investment mechanisms Assessing the current arts and cultural landscape, including opportunities for sector development, creative industry growth, place-making, tourism, community wellbeing and social inclusion Designing and delivering an inclusive stakeholder and community engagement process, including engagement with artists, creatives, cultural organisations, Traditional Owners and First Nations communities, community groups, education and industry representatives, funding bodies, government agencies and the broader community Preparing a clear and practical strategy that establishes a shared vision, strategic priorities, objectives, outcomes and measurable actions for arts and culture in Townsville Identifying opportunities to strengthen Council's grants, partnerships and investment approaches, improve alignment with community outcomes, and leverage collaboration across government, industry, education, philanthropy, community and cultural sectors Preparing an implementation and evaluation framework outlining priority actions, milestones and timeframes, responsibilities, resource implications, funding considerations and performance measures to support delivery over the life of the strategy Information Requested Final deliverables are expected to include: Background research and situational analysis Consultation summary Draft Arts and Culture Strategy Final Arts and Culture Strategy Practical implementation and evaluation framework Contract Terms and Conditions The contract ends on completion of the Services or Wednesday 30 June 2027, whichever comes first