The City of Ballarat is seeking input from the following individuals and organisations:

- community members who seek access or currently use fit-for purpose spaces for creative and cultural practice (for example, spaces that offer dance classes, rehearsal and performance opportunities, workshops or arts education)

- community members who are looking to or already participate in creative and cultural practice (for example, dance classes, performance classes and activities, arts workshops, exhibitions or networking)

- arts organisations and membership groups

- creative and cultural practitioners from hobbyist, to emerging, mid career or professional.

The purpose of this engagement is to take stock of how well the CIty of Ballarat provides for and meets the needs of the creative and cultural sector. This survey will inform a report which will include reporting on service gaps and recommendations.

The purpose of this engagement is to take stock of how well the CIty of Ballarat provides for and meets the needs of the creative sector. This will form a report which will include reporting on service gaps and recommendations.

Non-negotiables include:

• Current budgeted commitments of the City of Ballarat to invest into infrastructure / property purchase / extension of current arts and cultural services

• Increase in FTE (staffing levels)

• Funding for groups or individuals