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To:
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Date:
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HiSection 47F , please see below:
Statement from the Minister for Indigenous Australians:
I am deeply concerned about reports regarding ‘carpetbagging’ in Alice Springs and South
Australia.
This is a very serious matter, and I welcome Premier Steven Marshall’s decision to refer the
matter to the South Australian Attorney-General and South Australian police.
The Morrison Government is committed to tackling unethical art dealing, which is a problem for
Indigenous Australian artists. I welcome the suggestions from the APY Lands Art Centre
Collective on how this issue can be addressed, and I will work with my colleague the Hon Paul
Fletcher MP, Minister for Communication and the Arts to identify what role the Morrison
Government can play in strengthening protections for Indigenous artists.
I have asked the National Indigenous Australians Agency to look into this matter and provide me
with an urgent update.
Indigenous art is an extremely important market for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander
Australians, and they should be able to practice their art free from any interference or
exploitation. I want to ensure that we have a thriving Indigenous Art sector, where genuine
artists can make a living through sharing their culture with the world.
Regards
Luke Nayna| Senior Media Adviser
Office of the Hon Ken Wyatt AM, MP
Minister for Indigenous Australians
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The Hon Ken Wyatt AM, MP
Minister for Indigenous Australians
Member for Hasluck
MEDIA RELEASE
4 November 2019
MINISTER WYATT TO VISIT THE NORTHERN TERRITORY
Minister for Indigenous Australians, the Hon Ken Wyatt AM MP, will this week travel
to the Northern Territory to meet with community leaders and to hear from locals
about how the Morrison Government can partner with them to deliver better
outcomes.
“This will be my fourth visit to the Northern Territory in five months since becoming
Minister, and it demonstrates the importance the Morrison Government places on the
particular needs and priorities within the NT,” Minister Wyatt said.
“Throughout the week I’ll be listening to locals and discussing a range of issues,
including - reducing youth suicide and improving mental health services; enhancing
community safety; and driving economic development in the Top End.”
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The Minister’s visit to the Northern Territory will include:
· The Ammaroo land hand-back ceremony hosted by the Central Land Council;
· Return of Aranda cultural material ceremony in Alice Springs;
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· Round Table meeting of the Darwin Suicide Prevention Trial steering committee;
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· A Keynote Ministerial address to the Aboriginal Economic Development Forum in
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“It is important that governments listen to local communities, and work in partnership
to develop policy and programmes that best suit their needs on the ground,” Minister
Wyatt said.
“I want to listen to as many Indigenous Australians as possible, and ensure that their
voices are being heard. By building stronger partnerships with organisations and
communities we can drive the progress of work that will shift the pendulum and
improve the lives of Indigenous Australians in the NT.”
Media contact: Luke Nayna, Senior Media Adviser, 0438 231 687
Authorised by Ken Wyatt AM, MP, Member for Hasluck.
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Document 2
From:
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To:
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Subject:
RE: APY Art Centre letter - ABC enquiry [SEC=UNOFFICIAL]
Date:
Tuesday, 5 November 2019 10:17:00 AM
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HiSection please see below:
47F
Statement from the Minister for Indigenous Australians:
I am deeply concerned about reports regarding ‘carpetbagging’ in Alice Springs and South
Australia.
This is a very serious matter, and I welcome Premier Steven Marshall’s decision to refer the
matter to the South Australian Attorney-General and South Australian police.
The Morrison Government is committed to tackling unethical art dealing, which is a problem for
Indigenous Australian artists. I welcome the suggestions from the APY Lands Art Centre
Collective on how this issue can be addressed, and I will work with my colleague the Hon Paul
Fletcher MP, Minister for Communication and the Arts to identify what role the Morrison
Government can play in strengthening protections for Indigenous artists.
I have asked the National Indigenous Australians Agency to look into this matter and provide me
with an urgent update.
Indigenous art is an extremely important market for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander
Australians, and they should be able to practice their art free from any interference or
exploitation. I want to ensure that we have a thriving Indigenous Art sector, where genuine
artists can make a living through sharing their culture with the world.
Regards
Luke Nayna| Senior Media Adviser
Office of the Hon Ken Wyatt AM, MP
Minister for Indigenous Australians
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Just getting in touch with a query about the letter to the Minister’s office from the APY Art
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I’ve attached it to this email for convenience. It concerns a plea to the Minister’s office to
protect the Aboriginal art industry, with several specific recommendation for Government
action.
Enquiring as to whether the Government will be responding to the art collective’s concerns.
My numbers are below if you want to chat further.
Thanks,
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Document 3
From:
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To:
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Subject:
Minister Wyatt - Statement [SEC=UNOFFICIAL]
Date:
Tuesday, 5 November 2019 10:16:00 AM
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Hi Section , please see below:
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Statement from the Minister for Indigenous Australians:
I am deeply concerned about reports regarding ‘carpetbagging’ in Alice Springs and South
Australia.
This is a very serious matter, and I welcome Premier Steven Marshall’s decision to refer the
matter to the South Australian Attorney-General and South Australian police.
The Morrison Government is committed to tackling unethical art dealing, which is a problem for
Indigenous Australian artists. I welcome the suggestions from the APY Lands Art Centre
Collective on how this issue can be addressed, and I will work with my colleague the Hon Paul
Fletcher MP, Minister for Communication and the Arts to identify what role the Morrison
Government can play in strengthening protections for Indigenous artists.
I have asked the National Indigenous Australians Agency to look into this matter and provide me
with an urgent update.
Indigenous art is an extremely important market for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander
Australians, and they should be able to practice their art free from any interference or
exploitation. I want to ensure that we have a thriving Indigenous Art sector, where genuine
artists can make a living through sharing their culture with the world.
Regards
Luke Nayna| Senior Media Adviser
Office of the Hon Ken Wyatt AM, MP
Minister for Indigenous Australians
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Document 4
From:
Nayna, Luke
To:
Fordham, Michael
Subject:
Fwd: URGENT UPDATE NIAA Art Probe - media today [SEC=OFFICIAL]
Date:
Wednesday, 6 November 2019 8:42:58 AM
Attachments:
Art Probe APY Lands.pdf
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Morning Luke,
Have just had this request come through to us from the line area…just wanted to
make sure you were sighted.
We are still waiting on formal advice from the line area, but will get back to you
asap.
Thanks,
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Hi Section 22
This was in Andrea’s emails
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Hi Section 22 – will need some lines on the issue and NIAA actions to correspond
with what the Minister has committed to do.
Will need something before 11am ACT time so Minister can respond to media in
NT.
Thank you,
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To:
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Date:
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Hi Section 22
Below are the points that were provided to the MO.
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Please find below cleared media TPs – Art Probe.
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Charles Perkins House 16 Bowes Place Phillip ACT 2606| PO Box 2191 CANBERRA ACT 2601
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The National Indigenous Australians Agency acknowledges the traditional owners of country throughout
Australia and their continuing connection to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to them and
their cultures and to their elders both past and present.
Key messages
· Exploiting Indigenous artists through un-ethical is deplorable—and I take these
allegations very seriously.
· I have asked my department to urgently investigate this issue, and work with relevant
law enforcement agencies as necessary.
· They will work with Art Centres and communities to seek information about individual
cases of ‘carpetbagging’, to provide this to the appropriate authorities.
· Indigenous art is completely unique, there is nothing like it anywhere else in the world.
And it is such a powerful way to tell stories and convey Indigenous culture.
· I am committed to making sure Indigenous artists in this country get a fair return for
their work, and this needs to be joined up across all levels of government.
· Given this particular case is still being investigated, I can’t comment any further at this
time.
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Further points
· Unethical dealing or ‘Carpet bagging’, has long been a concern that causes considerable
distress to individuals and families.
· I am committed to listening to the views of industry experts on how to alleviate this
problem, so that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists receive a fair return for their
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work. This includes taking into consideration the ideas raised by the APY Lands Art
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Centre Collective.
· The establishment of the APY Arts Centre Collective has been somewhat successful in
mitigating unethical behaviour across the APY Lands, however it is clear that further
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· I understand the claims of ‘carpetbagging’ in the APY Lands have been referred to both
the South Australian Attorney General, and the South Australian and Northern Territory
Police and I cannot make any comment on this specific issue at this time.
· I am committed to working with Minister Fletcher, and the South Australian Premier,
the Hon Steven Marshall MP, to put in place a coordinated cross-government and
jurisdiction approach to addressing the issue of unethical behaviour.
· My Agency will seek a seat at the table at a meeting to be coordinated by Arts SA, at the
request of the SA Premier, to further explore potential solutions to these unethical
practices.
· The Australian Government has supported our world-class Indigenous visual arts
movement for over forty years, primarily through Indigenous-owned art centres.
Interview with ABC Alice Springs
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Simon Lauder: In the press yesterday there was some suggestion that APY artists are
being held against their will, or in conditions with carpet baggers or private dealers.
You’ve been written to by the APY Art Collective asking for action. You’ve said you will
look into it – what can you do as Minister for Indigenous Australians?
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Minister: Few things we’re doing already – working with Paul Fletcher – whole issue of
fake art and having a process in which authentic art is tagged in a way that identifies it as
Australian because tourists want the genuine product
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Simon Lauder: But the key issue here is that there are old artists that are going from the
APY, some people believe, unwillingly going to private dealers…others would say they’re
just doing a deal with a private dealer, any place you can play, some would say it’s just
commerce?
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Minister: Some of that is not the case, in my own state we’ve had experiences where
people are put on a plane, convinced to go and when they got to point of destination
wanted to go home because it was only a short period of time
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Minister: They were misled – and the state gov/commonwealth have intervened and
we’ll do the same in the case. But it will take a strategy that looks at the whole
Indigenous art sector
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Simon Lauder: So this is bigger than just this case?
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Minister: Oh yes it is. The art code was put into place, and we thought that it had
worked. But it hasn’t. We’re still seeing this carpet bagging, bulk buying of Aboriginal
artworks at a cheaper rate, then being sold at prices that are significant on the
international market
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Simon Lauder: So you’d like to see stronger sanctions?
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Minister: I personally would yes. I will talk with my colleagues. Carpet bagging is to the
advantage of an art dealer, and I’ve often seen aboriginal artists sell their artwork at a
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Wyatt orders probe into claims of art exploitation
By AMOS AIKMAN , VICTORIA LAURIE
The Australian
Wednesday 6th November 2019
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Wyatt orders probe into
claims of art exploitation
known private dealer “lured” top
AMOS AIKMAN
painters to his studio by exploit-
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ing at least one of their children.
The letter alleged the dealer
Indigenous Australians Minister
had lent money to the son of a sick
Ken Wyatt has ordered his
artist to create a debt his mother
department to urgently investi-
would be forced to repay by paint-
gate claims that some of Austra-
ing for the dealer. That artist’s
lia’s most successful Aboriginal
works can sell for about $45,000
artists are being exploited by un-
on the open market.
ethical dealers in Alice Springs.
Mr Wyatt described the alle-
Mr Wyatt said the Morrison
gations as deeply concerning and
government was “committed to
welcomed the actions taken by
tackling unethical art dealing”
Mr Marshall. “I have asked the
and flagged the possibility of
National Indigenous Australians
introducing extra protections for
Agency to look into this matter
indigenous artists.
and provide me with an urgent
The move comes after South
update,” he said.
Australian Premier Steven Mar-
Mr Wyatt said he wanted to
shall referred allegations raised
ensure Australia had a thriving
by the APY Art Centre Collective
indigenous art sector where
to police and his Attorney-
“genuine artists can make a living
General.
through sharing their culture
The collective, which operates
with the world”.
art centres in SA’s Anangu
The Central Australian indi-
Pitjantjatjara
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genous art sector has long been
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Lands, wrote to Mr Wyatt and Mr
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claims of unethical practices in-
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NATIONAL INDIGENOUS AUSTRALIANS AGENCY
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CEO
Prof.
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To: Minister for Indigenous Australians
Mr Bulman
Mr Exell
Ms Roberts
UNETHICAL PRACTICES IN THE INDIGENOUS ART INDUSTRY
Ms Kelly
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Recommendations - that you:
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Mr Fordham
1. Seek an urgent meeting with the Minister for Communications, Cyber Safety and
the Arts, the Hon Paul Fletcher MP, to discuss unethical practices in the Indigenous
art industry.
Agree / Not agreed
2. Seek agreement to a coordinated approach with Minister Fletcher on the
Government response to the House of Representatives Standing Committee on
Indigenous Affairs’ report into inauthentic art; and the establishment a roundtable,
co-facilitated by the NIAA and Department of Communications and the Arts
(DoCA), with key stakeholders in the Indigenous art industry.
Agree / Not agreed
3. Note that the NIAA will work with DoCA to gather intelligence, consult with the
Indigenous art industry and determine strategies to minimise the risk of exploitation
of Indigenous artists.
Noted
KEN WYATT
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1. Following recent media reports about of the exploitation of Aboriginal artists in the
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Anangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara (APY) lands, you asked the NIAA to look into
unethical practices in the Indigenous art industry.
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2. In response to the reports, you commented that the Indigenous Art Code is not working the
Minister
and that a strategy which considers the entire Indigenous art sector is required. You also
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stated that you would like to see stronger sanctions against carpetbaggers.
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3. We have the opportunity to make a real difference to unethical practices in the Indigenous
art industry, especially carpetbagging, through Government’s response to the House of
Representatives Standing Committee on Indigenous Affairs’
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4. The Minister for Communications, Cyber Safety and the Arts, the Hon Paul Fletcher MP,
is leading the Government’s response to the Committee’s report. We recommend you
request an urgent meeting with Minister Fletcher to seek agreement to a coordinated
approach across your respective portfolios.
5. To send a strong message that the Government is taking this longstanding issue seriously,
we suggest a number of options can be taken, subject to your and Minister Fletcher’s
agreement:
a)
Direct engagement with the sector – NIAA and DoCA co-convene an industry
roundtable before the end of the year to discuss strategies to address exploitation of
artists and carpetbagging. Stakeholders would include artists, peak bodies,
art centres, commercial dealers and galleries.
b)
Action by states and territories – press Minister Fletcher to convene a special
Meeting of Cultural Ministers, a forum of the Australian, state and territory arts
and culture ministers to discuss areas of national significance and mutual interest,
including creative arts and Indigenous cultures. Minister Fletcher is the Australian
Government’s representative on this forum. This forum presents an opportunity to
discuss options for a coordinated national approach. The Northern Territory
Minister for Tourism, Sport and Culture, Hon Lauren Moss MLA, wrote to you on
12 November 2019, indicating the Northern Territory Government’s support for
national efforts to protect Aboriginal artists and to strengthen the Indigenous Art
Code. We are preparing a response to this letter.
c)
Early evaluation of industry practices – press Minister Fletcher to take early
action on the recommendation in the Committee’s report that a detailed evaluation
of industry practices take place no later than two years after the provision
additional funding to the Indigenous Art Code, and that a mandatory code be
introduced if that review reveals few improvements in industry behaviour.
6. We will continue to work with the NIAA Regional Network to identify cases of unethical
practices and take appropriate action, including by referring to appropriate authorities.
We have been advised of some sensitive matters regarding an art centre in Ampilatwatja
and will work with the Regional Network to gather further information and brief you
separately on this issue if necessary.
Background:
7. Cultural affairs, including support for the arts, are primarily the responsibility of
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Minister Fletcher. Through its Indigenous Visual Arts Industry Support (IVAIS) program, for
DoCA funds around 80 Indigenous-owned art centres. The IVAIS program supports the Act
Indigenous Art Code.
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8. In December 2018, the House of Representatives Standing Committee on Indigenous
Affairs published its
Report on the impact of inauthentic art and craft in the style of First the Minister
Nations peoples.
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9. The Committee recommended that the Australian Government consults with the
Indigenous art sector on what resourcing is required for the Indigenous Art Code to fulfil
its potential, and provide funding accordingly. The Committee also recommended that a
detailed evaluation of industry practices take place no later than two years after the
provision of this funding and that a mandatory code be introduced if that review reveals
few improvements in industry behaviour.
10. The committee also recommended that funding be made available through the IVAIS
program to assist artists and art centres affected by carpetbagging.
11. NIAA reviewed and contributed to an early version of the draft Government response.
The draft response notes that funding to the Indigenous Art Code is set to increase from
2019-20, with a national funding commitment from all states and territories as well as
further funding from the Australian Government. The draft response notes but does not
commit to a detailed evaluation of industry practices.
12. The Indigenous Art Code was established in 2010 to preserve and promote ethical trading
in Indigenous art. The Code helps protect Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists by
requiring sellers of their art to commit to treating artists fairly, honestly and respectfully.
It is a set of rules and guidelines that art dealers commit to follow, to ensure ethical
practices and to protect artists from exploitation. The Code is voluntary and signatories
can disengage at any stage.
13. While the Code has been relatively successful in the mediation and referral of complaints,
it has had difficulty progressing more complex complaints, particularly in relation to
dealers that have chosen not to become signatories to the Code.
Andrea Kelly
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Consultation: DoCA, Central Australia,
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ATTACHMENT A RECOMMENDATIONS - REPORT ON THE IMPACT OF
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List of recommendations
Recommendation 1
The committee recommends as a matter of urgency that the Productivity
Commission conducts a comprehensive inquiry into the value and
structure of the current market for First Nations art and crafts. This
inquiry should incorporate the following elements:
a detailed structural breakdown of the different parts of this
market and the operators within it;
the total value of the fine art market stratified by the different
avenues through which this art is produced, procured and sold;
the total value of the souvenir and craft market stratified by the
different avenues through which these products are produced,
procured and sold;
the market value of inauthentic souvenirs and art sold in Australia;
the revenues generated by art centres;
the barriers facing art centres and First Nations artists who wish to
sell fine art or souvenir style items in mainstream markets; and by
a summary reflecting both the number and value of imported
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Recommendation 2
The committee recommends as a matter of urgency that the Australian
Government consults with the Indigenous Art Code and the First Nations
art sector on what resourcing is required for the Indigenous Art Code Ltd
to fulfil its considerable potential, and provides this funding as a means
of protecting both our unique Indigenous cultures and protecting the
future and value of this market for Australian and International visitor
purchasing.
The committee further recommends that a detailed evaluation of industry
practices take place no later than two years after the provision of this
funding. A mandatory code should be introduced if that review reveals
few improvements in industry behaviour and little reduction in the
prevalence of imitation First Nations art and craft.
Recommendation 3
The committee recommends that the Australian Government establishes
and funds a separate arm of the Indigenous Business Sector Strategy that
is specifically aimed at art centres. This arm should incorporate the
following aspects:
a business advisory hub that will advise art centres on how to
access mainstream souvenir markets;
seed funding for art centres to build capacity, including staff
training, to enter mainstream souvenir markets, including
mentoring and monitoring strategies; and
solutions to the lack of infrastructure, particularly housing, that
prevents many art centres from hiring and retaining art centre
managers.
Recommendation 4
The committee recommends that the Australian Government develops an
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Recommendation 5
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Recommendation 6
The committee recommends that IP Australia develops a Certification
Trade Mark scheme for authentic First Nations art and craft in full
consultation with all relevant stakeholders
Recommendation 7
The committee recommends that additional funding be provided
through the Indigenous Visual Arts Industry Support program to:
enable First Nations organisations such as art centres to advise and
support artists who have been affected by carpetbagging; and
work with advisors from the Departments of Social Services,
Employment and Prime Minister and Cabinet to plan a detailed
program of interactive, financially viable assistance for First
Nations artists or individuals who have been abused in this way,
including a model to estimate any budgetary implications.
Recommendation 8
The committee recommends that the Australian Government begins a
consultation process to develop stand-alone legislation protecting
Indigenous Cultural Intellectual Property, including traditional
knowledge and cultural expressions.
The committee is mindful of the current Australia Council inquiry into
the feasibility of a National Indigenous Art and Cultural Authority. The
committee fully supports the establishment of this body and
recommends that it be part of the consultation process.
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