Rhoda Roberts Trailblazer Award

Creative Australia

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Closes

November 10, 2026

Effort

About 3 hours

Cost to apply

Free

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What it is

The Rhoda Roberts Trailblazer Award recognises a First Nations leader whose visionary work, innovation and influence have transformed the arts and cultural sector through pioneering approaches and the creation of new opportunities for others. The award honours individuals whose leadership has opened doors, expanded opportunities and driven lasting change for First Nations artists, cultural practitioners and communities, with impact extending beyond their own artistic achievements.

Who it is for

First Nations (Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander) artists or arts and culture workers aged 18 and over who have worked in the First Nations arts and culture sector for 25 years or more and are based in Australia.

Open to artists in Australia.

The call says: “Source page restricts to Australia”

indigenous

Where

Australia

When

November 10, 2026

Runs May 27, 2027 to May 27, 2027

What you get

$80,000 award presented at the First Nations Arts and Culture Awards ceremony on 27 May 2027.

What you need to apply

Nominee's CV or extended biography
Samples of the nominee's work
Letters of support from national or international established or recognised creatives, cultural leaders or organisations, 4 required

How long it takes

About 3 hours

Medium application. Estimated from the 3 items this application asks for, not from the organisation.

Cost to apply

Free

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Go to the application

https://australiacouncil.fluxx.io/user_sessions/new