Help grow our CWQ’s own arts, cultural and creative workforce A new region-wide initiative is putting the spotlight on creative talent and workforce development across Central West Queensland.

The project is focused on building long-term capability and opportunity in the arts, culture and creative industries. Led by the Remote Area Planning and Development Board (RAPAD), it is proudly supported and funded by the Queensland Government through Jobs Queensland. RAPAD is hosting community workshops across the region in July 2025 to share insights into research and get feedback from people across all walks of life and experience to help drive local solutions to workforce challenges and opportunities in this sector.

During the workshop we will present the findings of recent research and analysis into the region and industry. We will be exploring your thoughts around:
• The workforce skills that are emerging or exist for the arts, cultural and creative industries now, and in the future.
• The skills that need to be planned for.
• The support required to attract and keep people to the region and industry and strategies that you have seen working.
• Training and education gaps and supports.
• Emerging trends that might impact skills needs in the future.
• How best to support, grow and develop local businesses.

Key outcomes of this project will include an Environmental Scan Report and a final Workforce

Plan to guide the way forward. Before attending, find out more about the project: bit.ly/CWQGrowYourOwn
Register to attend a workshop: bit.ly/CWQGrowYourOwn-Workshops
Contact: Rachael Webster, RAPAD Project Officer – rwebster@rapad.com.au

This project is proudly supported and funded by the Queensland Government through Jobs Queensland.