Thirteenth International Conference on The Arts in Society

Abstract

In many parts of the world, local government is grappling with a transition - from managing the development and maintenance of local infrastructure, delivery of essential services and economic governance - to responding to the cultural and social needs expressed by their community that impact on how they identify themselves. Residents want the opportunity to discuss inspirational needs including living in a place that offers cultural engagement that is “liveable” and is attractive/interactive offering public art and cultural amenity. This presentation considers the specific contributions encompassed within the broader role of local government that enable local government practitioners to justify to their communities their role and contributions to creative industries and, more important still, maximise benefit both for the community and the creative industries sector itself.