The Policy and Strategy branch is responsible for developing strategy and policy that fosters a strong arts and cultural environment. In particular we identify distinct needs and opportunities for developing a stronger arts and cultural sector and increasing creative activity in NSW.
Our work includes consultation and research on priorities identified by government and the sector, development and review of our funding programs and the creation of partnerships and initiatives across government agencies.
We work collaboratively with the funding programs branch of Arts NSW to ensure that strategies are evidence-based and effectively delivered through the funding bodies. We also work with the NSW Cultural Institutions, the Australia Council and federal, state and territory arts departments, local government and other NSW Government departments and agencies.
Policy and Strategy staff
Greg Withers
Director, Policy and Strategy
(02) 8218 2210
email: greg.withers@arts.nsw.gov.au
Clare Nadas
Manager, Policy and Partnerships
(02) 8218 2216
email: clare.nadas@arts.nsw.gov.au
Greg Kenny
Senior Policy Officer
(02) 8218 2217
email: gregory.kenny@arts.nsw.gov.au
Martine Magers
Senior Policy Officer
(02) 8218 2220
email: martine.magers@arts.nsw.gov.au
Helen Machalias
Policy Officer
(02) 8218 2219
email: helen.machalias@arts.nsw.gov.au
Rebecca Goosen
Policy Support Officer (part time)
(02) 8218 2251
email: rebecca.goosen@arts.nsw.gov.au
Lauren Bourke
Policy Support Officer
(02) 8218 2215
email: lauren.bourke@arts.nsw.gov.au
Rachel Imms
Administrative Officer
(02)8218 2244
email: rachel.imms@arts.nsw.gov.au
Kim Spinks
Manager, Strategic Initiatives
(02) 8218 2211
email: kim.spinks@arts.nsw.gov.au
Liza-Mare Syron
Senior Indigenous Cultural Development Officer
(02) 8218 2213
email: liza-mare.syron@arts.nsw.gov.au
Nea Cahill
Project Officer
(02) 8218 2212
email: nea.cahill@arts.nsw.gov.au
Michael Geia
Administrative Officer, Indigenous Cultural Development
(02) 8218 2214
email: michael.geia@arts.nsw.gov.au
