Oceania Pacific Arts Residency Program 2026

Deadline: Jun 04, 2026

other

6 weeks (duration)

partially funded

Australia

To Apply

Please visit the application link below to apply.

Opportunity Overview

Creative Australia is now accepting applications for its Oceania Pacific Arts Residency Program 2026. This is an incredible opportunity for established artists to undertake a 6-week residency at the Oceania Centre at The University of the South Pacific in Suva, Fiji.

🎨 About the Program

This residency program is designed to support established artists in their creative endeavors while fostering engagement with the Pacific region.

💰 Benefits

Participants in the program will receive the following benefits:

Artist Fee: NZD 9,000 (approx. AUD 7,373)
Return International Travel: From Australia to Fiji
Accommodation: Provided during the residency
Per Diems: For living expenses
Project Support: NZD 4,000 (approx. AUD 3,273) for:
- Materials and equipment
- Insurance
- Venue and equipment hire
- Promotion and outreach
- Local transport
- Internet access
- Local mentorship
Networking Opportunities: Access to engagement and collaboration opportunities

✅ Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the program, applicants must:

Be Australian citizens or permanent residents
Be established artists with at least 10 years of professional experience
Have a national or international exhibition, performance, or publication history
Demonstrate a strong and ongoing commitment to engagement with the Pacific region
Submit a project proposal aligned with the climate change theme
Be able to engage professionally with international partners

📅 Application Date and Process

Application Deadline: 04 June, 2026
Applicants must submit their project proposals and complete the application process via the designated application website.

For more details about the program, visit the official Creative Australia - Oceania Pacific Arts Residency Program.

To apply, complete the application form available here.

This is a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the vibrant Pacific arts community while contributing to meaningful projects addressing climate change. Don't miss out!

Benefits

Artist fee: NZD 9,000 (approx. AUD 7,373)
Return international travel from Australia to Fiji
Accommodation during residency
Per diems for living expenses
Project support: NZD 4,000 (approx. AUD 3,273) for:
- Materials and equipment
- Insurance
- Venue and equipment hire
- Promotion and outreach
- Local transport
- Internet access
- Local mentorship
Access to networking and engagement opportunities

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