The City of Charles Sturt has a strong commitment to the development and provision of arts and cultural opportunities that are progressive, innovative and embrace a variety of stimulating approaches, mediums and scales.
In recognising this, the City of Charles Sturt has adopted a Public Art Policy and Guidelines to assist the community to create and install public art within the city.
Throughout the year, the City of Charles Sturt also offers a variety of opportunities in the arts, including, public art commissions, exhibition spaces, film competitions, community and public art projects, Arts & culture grants, events and festivals sponsorships, artist-led workshops and book launches to name a few.
Our Arts and Culture Grant supports local artists, arts organisation and residents deliver new creative projects.
Local artists are welcome to exhibit artwork at no cost at our Civic Centre, and selected Libraries and Community Centres. We have space for artworks and sculptures large or small, indoors or outdoors.
The City of Charles Sturt offers a range of funding opportunities to support events that bring people together, celebrate culture, activate local places and contribute to a vibrant and connected community.
Through our Event Grants and Event Sponsorship Program, we support a diverse range of community events that align with our Community Vision and create positive outcomes for residents, visitors and local businesses.
Artist Expression of Interest
Croydon Playground Reserve Public Art
The City of Charles Sturt invites artists to submit an Expression of Interest to develop a site-responsive public artwork for the basketball court at Croydon Playground Reserve.
The artwork should make a distinctive creative contribution to the reserve, respond meaningfully to the site and its community context, and enrich the way people experience and use the space. Artists working in a range of mediums are encouraged to apply.
Expression of Interest close on Sunday 6 December 2026.
View the Artist Brief for more information about the project and how to apply.
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Creative Businesses in Charles Sturt
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More information
Place Making
P: 8408 1111
E: placemakers@charlessturt.sa.gov.au