General News
18 October, 2026
Public spaces need your vision
ARTISTS across Moyne Shire are invited to be a part of the council’s BIG ART.SMALL TOWNS public art program.
The program transforms everyday spaces into outdoor exhibition sites (such as the current exhibition on the exterior of the Koroit Theatre).
Council has introduced a single, annual application process to select artworks for three exhibition periods between February and November next year.
Expressions of interest opened last Monday, October 5, and applications are now welcome.
The project showcases local and regional artists through large-scale installations.
Successful artists will receive a $1500 artist fee per site, with their work professionally reproduced and displayed for approximately three months.
Moyne Shire mayor Cr Jordan Lockett said the program created ongoing opportunities for regional artists while bringing creativity into local communities.
“BIG ART. SMALL TOWNS. makes creativity visible in our communities and gives artists opportunities to showcase their work in places where people live, work and visit,” Cr Lockett said.
“Building on our first exhibition, we’re excited to see more regional artists featured across Koroit.
“Having one application process for the year also helps artists plan ahead while delivering a changing program of artworks for residents and visitors to enjoy.”
The current inaugural exhibition concludes in November 2026, making way for a youth-specific exhibition as part of Youth Fest celebrations.
Emerging and established artists can submit existing works or propose new pieces, with no set theme.
Council will manage artwork production, installation and promotion.
This is the only general expression of interest round for the 2027 program, with a separate youth application process later in the year.
Applications will close on Friday, November 13.
For more details and an application form visit www.moyne.vic.gov.au/Public-Art
