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    - - Australian Performing Arts Forum
        The Australian Performing Arts Forum (previously Australian Theatre Forum), run by TNA, is a landmark meeting place for Australian performing arts industry professionals. Held in different locations around the country, this biennial event strengthens the performing arts by addressing current issues regarding policy and practice, sharing knowledge and view points, and cultivating fresh ideas that will, in turn, enrich Australian art, culture and society.
      - LeaderShift
        LeaderShift is an intervention that supports organisations to examine their leadership and business models, investigate more relevant models, and make a commitment to implementing changes that prioritise equity and cultural safety. It supports leaders from diverse backgrounds to thrive within systems that may not be designed to accommodate them, and offers them the inspiration, tools, and peer support to think about how to reinvent these systems.
      - Awards
        TNA is proud to offer and support a range of sector awards, including the Smash Indie Bursary (National), Green Room Awards Sponsorships and Melbourne Fringe Awards (Victorian).
      - Past Programs
        TNA's past programs include:
        
        Victorian Independent Producers' Initiative (VIPI)
        Indie Support
        Safe Theatres
        Power Play
        Creating Out Loud
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        Current programs for the Circus & Physical Theatre sector.
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        News, updates, and opportunities from TNA for the Circus and Physical Theatre sector.
      - CaPT Independent Producers Initiative (CIPI)
        This initiative supports CaPT independent producers across Australia who work with artists in and from Victoria. It will increase the size and the diversity of the CaPT producing pool and includes two of the three core components: the Emerging Producers Lab, Salon Series, and a program of peer coaching sessions for artists.
      - Safe & Sustainable Circus Rigging Initiative
        These programs will support circus riggers to meet the critical need of the Victorian sector for qualified and knowledgeable riggers, and work to improve safety in circus rigging across Australia.
      - Australian First Nations CaPT Sector Initiative
      - CaPT Resources
        Resources for the Circus and Physical Theatre sector from national and international sources, plus research and reports from TNA.
      - CaPT Advisory Committee
        TNA’s Circus and Physical Theatre (CaPT) Advisory Committee maintains strong engagement and information exchange between TNA and the circus and physical theatre industry locally, nationally, and internationally.
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        TNA's ASSITEJ Advisory Committee is made up of representatives from the performance with/for/by young people sector from across the country.
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        A database of companies that create and present artistic work with, for, and/or by young people.
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        TNA's Advocacy Toolkit starts at the very beginning, aims to empower artists and arts workers, and gives them the tools to be effective advocates, both for themselves and for the arts sector as a whole.
      - 2025 Federal Election Campaign
        TNA is calling on the Federal Government to invest in three key areas that will secure fair pay, career pathways, and participation in the arts for all Australians.
      - 2022 Art & Culture Messaging Campaign
        Together with fifteen other national art and culture peak bodies, TNA was a part of an effort to create a sector wide message that drives awareness and influence in the lead up to the Federal election. We invited all members of the arts sector to join the campaign and share the messages.
      - 2022 Federal Election Campaign
        TNA supported members in marginal electorates to make contact with their MPs and candidates to make sure they know about the cultural assets in their electorate, highlight the important role arts and culture has (particularly in recovery from COVID), and seek a commitment from all parties to develop a National Cultural Plan.
  - Research & Resources
    - - Resources
        A range of resources for arts organisations and independents on COVID-19, advocacy, diversity and equity.
      - TNA Research & Reports
        TNA conducts and assists with sector-specific research.
        
        On this page you can find:
        
        The Small to Medium Salary Survey Reports
        The Independent Practice Reports
        The Circus/Entertainment Rigging Report
        Other TNA Research
      - Circus and Physical Theatre Resources
        Resources for the Circus and Physical Theatre sector from national and international sources, plus research and reports from TNA.
  - Databases
    - - Policy Database
        A database to assist performing arts organisations when developing their own policies, plans, procedures and codes of conduct.
      - Circus and Physical Theatre Performing Companies
        A database of Australian Circus & Physical Theatre (CaPT) performing companies.
      - Australian Youth Circus Sector (AYCS) + Sector Training Centres
        A database for Australian Youth Circus's and Circus Schools & Training Centres.
      - Performance with/for/by Young People Companies
        A database of companies that create and present artistic work with, for, and/or by young people.
      - Producers Database
        A database for independent performing arts producers who support independent artists, independent collectives and independent companies. To add yourself to this list, submit your details on this page.
      - Designers Database
        A response to the gender inequity within technical design in the performing arts, this list of female, non-binary and trans designers is intended as a resource for theatre companies, collectives and individuals to hire more diversely in these areas.
      - Riggers Database
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About
- - About TNA
    - - Annual Reports
        Download TNA's annual reports.
      - Strategic Plan
        A summary of TNA’s ten-year vision is for a safe, healthy and relevant performing arts sector.
      - Equity Action Plan
        TNA's Equity Action Plan outlines our commitment and plan toward a more equitable workplace.
  - Our People
    - - Core Staff
        Theatre Network Australia (TNA) has a small but mighty core team of staff.
      - Board
        TNA’s Board Members include representatives of arts organisations and independent artists drawn from around the country.
      - Partners
        TNA's Core Funding Partners, Project Partners and Supporters
      - ASSITEJ Advisory
        TNA's ASSITEJ Advisory Committee is made up of representatives from the performance with/for/by young people sector from across the country.
      - Circus and Physical Theatre Advisory
        TNA’s Circus and Physical Theatre (CaPT) Advisory Committee maintains strong engagement and information exchange between TNA and the circus and physical theatre industry locally, nationally, and internationally.
      - Members List
        View TNA's list of 500+ members.
      - Donors
        TNA would like to acknowledge and thank all of our generous donors who make our support for the independent sector possible.
      - Life Members
        Life membership is awarded to people with over ten years of outstanding contribution to TNA.
  - Work With Us
    - Opportunities to work with TNA will be posted to this page.
  - Our History and Impact
    - A timeline of TNA's impact from 2009 to present.
  - Testimonials
    - Our work in other people’s words.
  - Contact
    - How to get in touch with us.
Our Work
- - News & Media
    - - E-News
        A compilation of the latest grants, opportunities, gossip, and jobs from across the sector.
      - Gatherings
        News and updates on gatherings and events by TNA.
      - Arts with/for/by Young People News
        News, updates, and opportunities from TNA for the Arts with/for/by Young People sector.
      - Circus and Physical Theatre News
        News, updates, and opportunities from TNA for the Circus and Physical Theatre sector.
      - Member Bulletins
        Member Bulletins are only available to current TNA members.
        
        Login to your TNA account or become a member to view this page.
      - Media Coverage
        Sector updates from media publishers, which includes TNA's media releases and appearances.
  - Programs
    - - Australian Performing Arts Forum
        The Australian Performing Arts Forum (previously Australian Theatre Forum), run by TNA, is a landmark meeting place for Australian performing arts industry professionals. Held in different locations around the country, this biennial event strengthens the performing arts by addressing current issues regarding policy and practice, sharing knowledge and view points, and cultivating fresh ideas that will, in turn, enrich Australian art, culture and society.
      - LeaderShift
        LeaderShift is an intervention that supports organisations to examine their leadership and business models, investigate more relevant models, and make a commitment to implementing changes that prioritise equity and cultural safety. It supports leaders from diverse backgrounds to thrive within systems that may not be designed to accommodate them, and offers them the inspiration, tools, and peer support to think about how to reinvent these systems.
      - Awards
        TNA is proud to offer and support a range of sector awards, including the Smash Indie Bursary (National), Green Room Awards Sponsorships and Melbourne Fringe Awards (Victorian).
      - Past Programs
        TNA's past programs include:
        
        Victorian Independent Producers' Initiative (VIPI)
        Indie Support
        Safe Theatres
        Power Play
        Creating Out Loud
  - Circus & Physical Theatre (CaPT)
    - - CaPT Strategy & Programs
        Current programs for the Circus & Physical Theatre sector.
      - CaPT News
        News, updates, and opportunities from TNA for the Circus and Physical Theatre sector.
      - CaPT Independent Producers Initiative (CIPI)
        This initiative supports CaPT independent producers across Australia who work with artists in and from Victoria. It will increase the size and the diversity of the CaPT producing pool and includes two of the three core components: the Emerging Producers Lab, Salon Series, and a program of peer coaching sessions for artists.
      - Safe & Sustainable Circus Rigging Initiative
        These programs will support circus riggers to meet the critical need of the Victorian sector for qualified and knowledgeable riggers, and work to improve safety in circus rigging across Australia.
      - Australian First Nations CaPT Sector Initiative
      - CaPT Resources
        Resources for the Circus and Physical Theatre sector from national and international sources, plus research and reports from TNA.
      - CaPT Advisory Committee
        TNA’s Circus and Physical Theatre (CaPT) Advisory Committee maintains strong engagement and information exchange between TNA and the circus and physical theatre industry locally, nationally, and internationally.
  - Arts with/for/by Young People
    - - Arts with/for/by Young People News
        News, updates, and opportunities from TNA for the Arts with/for/by Young People sector.
      - ASSITEJ Advisory
        TNA's ASSITEJ Advisory Committee is made up of representatives from the performance with/for/by young people sector from across the country.
      - Performance with/for/by Young People Companies
        A database of companies that create and present artistic work with, for, and/or by young people.
  - Advocacy
    - - Advocacy Toolkit
        TNA's Advocacy Toolkit starts at the very beginning, aims to empower artists and arts workers, and gives them the tools to be effective advocates, both for themselves and for the arts sector as a whole.
      - 2025 Federal Election Campaign
        TNA is calling on the Federal Government to invest in three key areas that will secure fair pay, career pathways, and participation in the arts for all Australians.
      - 2022 Art & Culture Messaging Campaign
        Together with fifteen other national art and culture peak bodies, TNA was a part of an effort to create a sector wide message that drives awareness and influence in the lead up to the Federal election. We invited all members of the arts sector to join the campaign and share the messages.
      - 2022 Federal Election Campaign
        TNA supported members in marginal electorates to make contact with their MPs and candidates to make sure they know about the cultural assets in their electorate, highlight the important role arts and culture has (particularly in recovery from COVID), and seek a commitment from all parties to develop a National Cultural Plan.
  - Research & Resources
    - - Resources
        A range of resources for arts organisations and independents on COVID-19, advocacy, diversity and equity.
      - TNA Research & Reports
        TNA conducts and assists with sector-specific research.
        
        On this page you can find:
        
        The Small to Medium Salary Survey Reports
        The Independent Practice Reports
        The Circus/Entertainment Rigging Report
        Other TNA Research
      - Circus and Physical Theatre Resources
        Resources for the Circus and Physical Theatre sector from national and international sources, plus research and reports from TNA.
  - Databases
    - - Policy Database
        A database to assist performing arts organisations when developing their own policies, plans, procedures and codes of conduct.
      - Circus and Physical Theatre Performing Companies
        A database of Australian Circus & Physical Theatre (CaPT) performing companies.
      - Australian Youth Circus Sector (AYCS) + Sector Training Centres
        A database for Australian Youth Circus's and Circus Schools & Training Centres.
      - Performance with/for/by Young People Companies
        A database of companies that create and present artistic work with, for, and/or by young people.
      - Producers Database
        A database for independent performing arts producers who support independent artists, independent collectives and independent companies. To add yourself to this list, submit your details on this page.
      - Designers Database
        A response to the gender inequity within technical design in the performing arts, this list of female, non-binary and trans designers is intended as a resource for theatre companies, collectives and individuals to hire more diversely in these areas.
      - Riggers Database
Membership
- - Join TNA
    - TNA offers membership for individuals and organisations - join today!
  - Members List
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  - Member Login

Melbourne Fringe Awards 2025

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This year, TNA supported two awards at the 2025 Melbourne Fringe Awards. The TNA Change Maker Award is for an artist or arts worker showing outstanding leadership or innovation in equity, justice, inclusion and care, making the performing arts a …

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National Institute of Circus Arts (NICA) Graduate Award 2024

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We’re pleased to announce the recipient of NICA’s Graduate Award for 2024, sponsored by TNA. The award recognises excellence in a graduating student, in their pursuit of becoming an outstanding Australian artist. TNA provides a $250 cash prize and mentorship …

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    - - Annual Reports
        Download TNA's annual reports.
      - Strategic Plan
        A summary of TNA’s ten-year vision is for a safe, healthy and relevant performing arts sector.
      - Equity Action Plan
        TNA's Equity Action Plan outlines our commitment and plan toward a more equitable workplace.
  - Our People
    - - Core Staff
        Theatre Network Australia (TNA) has a small but mighty core team of staff.
      - Board
        TNA’s Board Members include representatives of arts organisations and independent artists drawn from around the country.
      - Partners
        TNA's Core Funding Partners, Project Partners and Supporters
      - ASSITEJ Advisory
        TNA's ASSITEJ Advisory Committee is made up of representatives from the performance with/for/by young people sector from across the country.
      - Circus and Physical Theatre Advisory
        TNA’s Circus and Physical Theatre (CaPT) Advisory Committee maintains strong engagement and information exchange between TNA and the circus and physical theatre industry locally, nationally, and internationally.
      - Members List
        View TNA's list of 500+ members.
      - Donors
        TNA would like to acknowledge and thank all of our generous donors who make our support for the independent sector possible.
      - Life Members
        Life membership is awarded to people with over ten years of outstanding contribution to TNA.
  - Work With Us
    - Opportunities to work with TNA will be posted to this page.
  - Our History and Impact
    - A timeline of TNA's impact from 2009 to present.
  - Testimonials
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  - Contact
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- - News & Media
    - - E-News
        A compilation of the latest grants, opportunities, gossip, and jobs from across the sector.
      - Gatherings
        News and updates on gatherings and events by TNA.
      - Arts with/for/by Young People News
        News, updates, and opportunities from TNA for the Arts with/for/by Young People sector.
      - Circus and Physical Theatre News
        News, updates, and opportunities from TNA for the Circus and Physical Theatre sector.
      - Member Bulletins
        Member Bulletins are only available to current TNA members.
        
        Login to your TNA account or become a member to view this page.
      - Media Coverage
        Sector updates from media publishers, which includes TNA's media releases and appearances.
  - Programs
    - - Australian Performing Arts Forum
        The Australian Performing Arts Forum (previously Australian Theatre Forum), run by TNA, is a landmark meeting place for Australian performing arts industry professionals. Held in different locations around the country, this biennial event strengthens the performing arts by addressing current issues regarding policy and practice, sharing knowledge and view points, and cultivating fresh ideas that will, in turn, enrich Australian art, culture and society.
      - LeaderShift
        LeaderShift is an intervention that supports organisations to examine their leadership and business models, investigate more relevant models, and make a commitment to implementing changes that prioritise equity and cultural safety. It supports leaders from diverse backgrounds to thrive within systems that may not be designed to accommodate them, and offers them the inspiration, tools, and peer support to think about how to reinvent these systems.
      - Awards
        TNA is proud to offer and support a range of sector awards, including the Smash Indie Bursary (National), Green Room Awards Sponsorships and Melbourne Fringe Awards (Victorian).
      - Past Programs
        TNA's past programs include:
        
        Victorian Independent Producers' Initiative (VIPI)
        Indie Support
        Safe Theatres
        Power Play
        Creating Out Loud
  - Circus & Physical Theatre (CaPT)
    - - CaPT Strategy & Programs
        Current programs for the Circus & Physical Theatre sector.
      - CaPT News
        News, updates, and opportunities from TNA for the Circus and Physical Theatre sector.
      - CaPT Independent Producers Initiative (CIPI)
        This initiative supports CaPT independent producers across Australia who work with artists in and from Victoria. It will increase the size and the diversity of the CaPT producing pool and includes two of the three core components: the Emerging Producers Lab, Salon Series, and a program of peer coaching sessions for artists.
      - Safe & Sustainable Circus Rigging Initiative
        These programs will support circus riggers to meet the critical need of the Victorian sector for qualified and knowledgeable riggers, and work to improve safety in circus rigging across Australia.
      - Australian First Nations CaPT Sector Initiative
      - CaPT Resources
        Resources for the Circus and Physical Theatre sector from national and international sources, plus research and reports from TNA.
      - CaPT Advisory Committee
        TNA’s Circus and Physical Theatre (CaPT) Advisory Committee maintains strong engagement and information exchange between TNA and the circus and physical theatre industry locally, nationally, and internationally.
  - Arts with/for/by Young People
    - - Arts with/for/by Young People News
        News, updates, and opportunities from TNA for the Arts with/for/by Young People sector.
      - ASSITEJ Advisory
        TNA's ASSITEJ Advisory Committee is made up of representatives from the performance with/for/by young people sector from across the country.
      - Performance with/for/by Young People Companies
        A database of companies that create and present artistic work with, for, and/or by young people.
  - Advocacy
    - - Advocacy Toolkit
        TNA's Advocacy Toolkit starts at the very beginning, aims to empower artists and arts workers, and gives them the tools to be effective advocates, both for themselves and for the arts sector as a whole.
      - 2025 Federal Election Campaign
        TNA is calling on the Federal Government to invest in three key areas that will secure fair pay, career pathways, and participation in the arts for all Australians.
      - 2022 Art & Culture Messaging Campaign
        Together with fifteen other national art and culture peak bodies, TNA was a part of an effort to create a sector wide message that drives awareness and influence in the lead up to the Federal election. We invited all members of the arts sector to join the campaign and share the messages.
      - 2022 Federal Election Campaign
        TNA supported members in marginal electorates to make contact with their MPs and candidates to make sure they know about the cultural assets in their electorate, highlight the important role arts and culture has (particularly in recovery from COVID), and seek a commitment from all parties to develop a National Cultural Plan.
  - Research & Resources
    - - Resources
        A range of resources for arts organisations and independents on COVID-19, advocacy, diversity and equity.
      - TNA Research & Reports
        TNA conducts and assists with sector-specific research.
        
        On this page you can find:
        
        The Small to Medium Salary Survey Reports
        The Independent Practice Reports
        The Circus/Entertainment Rigging Report
        Other TNA Research
      - Circus and Physical Theatre Resources
        Resources for the Circus and Physical Theatre sector from national and international sources, plus research and reports from TNA.
  - Databases
    - - Policy Database
        A database to assist performing arts organisations when developing their own policies, plans, procedures and codes of conduct.
      - Circus and Physical Theatre Performing Companies
        A database of Australian Circus & Physical Theatre (CaPT) performing companies.
      - Australian Youth Circus Sector (AYCS) + Sector Training Centres
        A database for Australian Youth Circus's and Circus Schools & Training Centres.
      - Performance with/for/by Young People Companies
        A database of companies that create and present artistic work with, for, and/or by young people.
      - Producers Database
        A database for independent performing arts producers who support independent artists, independent collectives and independent companies. To add yourself to this list, submit your details on this page.
      - Designers Database
        A response to the gender inequity within technical design in the performing arts, this list of female, non-binary and trans designers is intended as a resource for theatre companies, collectives and individuals to hire more diversely in these areas.
      - Riggers Database
Membership
- - Join TNA
    - TNA offers membership for individuals and organisations - join today!
  - Members List
    - Find out more about our 500+ current members.
  - Member Login

About
- - About TNA
    - - Annual Reports
        Download TNA's annual reports.
      - Strategic Plan
        A summary of TNA’s ten-year vision is for a safe, healthy and relevant performing arts sector.
      - Equity Action Plan
        TNA's Equity Action Plan outlines our commitment and plan toward a more equitable workplace.
  - Our People
    - - Core Staff
        Theatre Network Australia (TNA) has a small but mighty core team of staff.
      - Board
        TNA’s Board Members include representatives of arts organisations and independent artists drawn from around the country.
      - Partners
        TNA's Core Funding Partners, Project Partners and Supporters
      - ASSITEJ Advisory
        TNA's ASSITEJ Advisory Committee is made up of representatives from the performance with/for/by young people sector from across the country.
      - Circus and Physical Theatre Advisory
        TNA’s Circus and Physical Theatre (CaPT) Advisory Committee maintains strong engagement and information exchange between TNA and the circus and physical theatre industry locally, nationally, and internationally.
      - Members List
        View TNA's list of 500+ members.
      - Donors
        TNA would like to acknowledge and thank all of our generous donors who make our support for the independent sector possible.
      - Life Members
        Life membership is awarded to people with over ten years of outstanding contribution to TNA.
  - Work With Us
    - Opportunities to work with TNA will be posted to this page.
  - Our History and Impact
    - A timeline of TNA's impact from 2009 to present.
  - Testimonials
    - Our work in other people’s words.
  - Contact
    - How to get in touch with us.
Our Work
- - News & Media
    - - E-News
        A compilation of the latest grants, opportunities, gossip, and jobs from across the sector.
      - Gatherings
        News and updates on gatherings and events by TNA.
      - Arts with/for/by Young People News
        News, updates, and opportunities from TNA for the Arts with/for/by Young People sector.
      - Circus and Physical Theatre News
        News, updates, and opportunities from TNA for the Circus and Physical Theatre sector.
      - Member Bulletins
        Member Bulletins are only available to current TNA members.
        
        Login to your TNA account or become a member to view this page.
      - Media Coverage
        Sector updates from media publishers, which includes TNA's media releases and appearances.
  - Programs
    - - Australian Performing Arts Forum
        The Australian Performing Arts Forum (previously Australian Theatre Forum), run by TNA, is a landmark meeting place for Australian performing arts industry professionals. Held in different locations around the country, this biennial event strengthens the performing arts by addressing current issues regarding policy and practice, sharing knowledge and view points, and cultivating fresh ideas that will, in turn, enrich Australian art, culture and society.
      - LeaderShift
        LeaderShift is an intervention that supports organisations to examine their leadership and business models, investigate more relevant models, and make a commitment to implementing changes that prioritise equity and cultural safety. It supports leaders from diverse backgrounds to thrive within systems that may not be designed to accommodate them, and offers them the inspiration, tools, and peer support to think about how to reinvent these systems.
      - Awards
        TNA is proud to offer and support a range of sector awards, including the Smash Indie Bursary (National), Green Room Awards Sponsorships and Melbourne Fringe Awards (Victorian).
      - Past Programs
        TNA's past programs include:
        
        Victorian Independent Producers' Initiative (VIPI)
        Indie Support
        Safe Theatres
        Power Play
        Creating Out Loud
  - Circus & Physical Theatre (CaPT)
    - - CaPT Strategy & Programs
        Current programs for the Circus & Physical Theatre sector.
      - CaPT News
        News, updates, and opportunities from TNA for the Circus and Physical Theatre sector.
      - CaPT Independent Producers Initiative (CIPI)
        This initiative supports CaPT independent producers across Australia who work with artists in and from Victoria. It will increase the size and the diversity of the CaPT producing pool and includes two of the three core components: the Emerging Producers Lab, Salon Series, and a program of peer coaching sessions for artists.
      - Safe & Sustainable Circus Rigging Initiative
        These programs will support circus riggers to meet the critical need of the Victorian sector for qualified and knowledgeable riggers, and work to improve safety in circus rigging across Australia.
      - Australian First Nations CaPT Sector Initiative
      - CaPT Resources
        Resources for the Circus and Physical Theatre sector from national and international sources, plus research and reports from TNA.
      - CaPT Advisory Committee
        TNA’s Circus and Physical Theatre (CaPT) Advisory Committee maintains strong engagement and information exchange between TNA and the circus and physical theatre industry locally, nationally, and internationally.
  - Arts with/for/by Young People
    - - Arts with/for/by Young People News
        News, updates, and opportunities from TNA for the Arts with/for/by Young People sector.
      - ASSITEJ Advisory
        TNA's ASSITEJ Advisory Committee is made up of representatives from the performance with/for/by young people sector from across the country.
      - Performance with/for/by Young People Companies
        A database of companies that create and present artistic work with, for, and/or by young people.
  - Advocacy
    - - Advocacy Toolkit
        TNA's Advocacy Toolkit starts at the very beginning, aims to empower artists and arts workers, and gives them the tools to be effective advocates, both for themselves and for the arts sector as a whole.
      - 2025 Federal Election Campaign
        TNA is calling on the Federal Government to invest in three key areas that will secure fair pay, career pathways, and participation in the arts for all Australians.
      - 2022 Art & Culture Messaging Campaign
        Together with fifteen other national art and culture peak bodies, TNA was a part of an effort to create a sector wide message that drives awareness and influence in the lead up to the Federal election. We invited all members of the arts sector to join the campaign and share the messages.
      - 2022 Federal Election Campaign
        TNA supported members in marginal electorates to make contact with their MPs and candidates to make sure they know about the cultural assets in their electorate, highlight the important role arts and culture has (particularly in recovery from COVID), and seek a commitment from all parties to develop a National Cultural Plan.
  - Research & Resources
    - - Resources
        A range of resources for arts organisations and independents on COVID-19, advocacy, diversity and equity.
      - TNA Research & Reports
        TNA conducts and assists with sector-specific research.
        
        On this page you can find:
        
        The Small to Medium Salary Survey Reports
        The Independent Practice Reports
        The Circus/Entertainment Rigging Report
        Other TNA Research
      - Circus and Physical Theatre Resources
        Resources for the Circus and Physical Theatre sector from national and international sources, plus research and reports from TNA.
  - Databases
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YOUR PRIVACY

Last updated: 15 September 2021

At TNA we are committed to protecting your privacy as a customer and an online visitor to our website. We use the information we collect about you to maximise the services that we provide to you. We respect the privacy and confidentiality of the information provided by you and adhere to the Australian Privacy Principles. Please read our privacy policy below carefully.

INFORMATION WE COLLECT FROM YOU

In the course of your visits to our website or use of our products and services, we may obtain the following information about you: name, company name, email address, telephone number, credit card details, billing address, geographic location, IP address, survey responses, support queries, blog comments and social media handles (together ‘Personal Data’).

Our services are not directed to persons under 18 and we do not knowingly collect Personal Data from anyone under 18. If we become aware that a child under 18 has provided us with Personal Data, we will delete that information as quickly as possible. If you are the parent or guardian of a child and you believe they have provided us with Personal Data without your consent, then please contact us.
You can review, correct, update or delete your Personal Data by either logging into your account and making the changes yourself or contacting us directly to do so.

HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

Personally Identifiable Information: We use the information we collect to deliver our services to you, including: communicating with you, providing technical support, notifying you of updates and offers, sharing useful content, measuring customer satisfaction, diagnosing problems and providing you with a personalised website experience.

Marketing communications are only sent to you if you have requested or subscribed to them. You can opt out of our marketing communications at any time by unsubscribing or emailing us and your request will be actioned immediately.

Non-Personally Identifiable Information: We also use the information we collect in aggregated and anonymized forms to improve our services, including: administering our website, producing reports and analytics, advertising our products and services, identifying user demands and assisting in meeting customer needs generally.

Any information you choose to make publicly available, such as blog comments and testimonials on our website, will be available for others to see. If you subsequently remove this information, copies may remain viewable in cached and archived pages on other websites or if others have copied or saved the information.

STORAGE AND SECURITY OF YOUR INFORMATION

We will use all reasonable means to protect the confidentiality of your Personal Data while in our possession or control. All information we receive from you is stored and protected on our secure servers from unauthorized use or access. Credit card information is encrypted before transmission and is not stored by us on our servers.

To enable us to deliver our services, we may transfer information that we collect about you, including Personal Data, across borders for storage and processing in countries other than Australia. If your Personal Data is transferred and processed outside Australia, it will only be transferred to countries that have adequate privacy protections.

We retain your personal information for as long as needed to provide services to you and as otherwise necessary to comply with our legal obligations, resolve disputes and enforce our agreements.

In the event there is a breach of our security and your Personal Data is compromised, we will promptly notify you in compliance with the applicable law.

COOKIES AND PIXELS

A cookie is a small file placed in your web browser that collects information about your web browsing behaviour. Use of cookies allows a website to tailor its configuration to your needs and preferences. Cookies do not access information stored on your computer or any Personal Data (e.g. name, address, email address or telephone number). Most web browsers automatically accept cookies but you can choose to reject cookies by changing your browser settings. This may, however, prevent you from taking full advantage of our website.

Our website uses cookies to analyse website traffic, provide social media sharing and liking functionality and help us provide a better website visitor experience. In addition, cookies and pixels may be used to serve relevant ads to website visitors through third party services such as Google Adwords and Facebook Adverts. These ads may appear on this website or other websites you visit.

SHARING YOUR INFORMATION WITH THIRD PARTIES

We do not and will not sell or deal in Personal Data or any customer information.

Your Personal Data details are only disclosed to third party suppliers when it is required by law, for goods or services which you have purchased, for payment processing or to protect our copyright, trademarks and other legal rights. To the extent that we do share your Personal Data with a service provider, we would only do so if that party has agreed to comply with our privacy standards as described in this privacy policy and in accordance with applicable law. Our contracts with third parties prohibit them from using any of your Personal Data for any purpose other than that for which it was shared.

DISCLOSURE OF YOUR INFORMATION

We may from time to time need to disclose certain information, which may include your Personal Data, to comply with a legal requirement, such as a law, regulation, court order, subpoena, warrant, in the course of a legal proceeding or in response to a law enforcement agency request. Also, we may use your Personal Data to protect the rights, property or safety of https://tna.org.au/, our customers or third parties.

If there is a change of control in one of our businesses (whether by merger, sale, transfer of assets or otherwise) customer information, which may include your Personal Data, could be transferred to a purchaser under a confidentiality agreement. We would only disclose your Personal Data in good faith and where required by any of the above circumstances.

LINKS TO OTHER WEBSITES

This website may contain links to other websites. These links are meant for your convenience only. Links to third party websites do not constitute sponsorship or endorsement or approval of these websites. Please be aware that we are not responsible for the privacy practices of such other websites. We encourage our users to be aware, when they leave our website, to read the privacy statements of each and every website that collects personally identifiable information. This privacy policy applies solely to information collected by this website.

CHANGE IN PRIVACY POLICY

As we plan to ensure our privacy policy remains current, this policy is subject to change. We may modify this policy at any time, in our sole discretion and all modifications will be effective immediately upon our posting of the modifications on this website. Please return periodically to review our privacy policy.

CONTACT US

If you have any questions or concerns at any time about our privacy policy or the use of your Personal Data, please contact us at info@tna.org.au and we will respond within 48 hours.

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The information contained in this website is for general information purposes only and is provided by Theatre Network Australia (TNA). While we endeavour to keep the information up to date and correct, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability or availability with respect to the website or the information, products, services, or related graphics contained on the website for any purpose.

Any reliance you place on such information is therefore strictly at your own risk. You need to make your own enquiries to determine if the information or products are appropriate for your intended use. In no event will we be liable for any loss or damage including without limitation, indirect or consequential loss or damage, or any loss or damage whatsoever arising from loss of data or profits arising out of, or in connection with, the use of this website. Through this website you may be able to link to other websites which are not under the control of TNA. We have no control over the nature, content and availability of those websites. The inclusion of any links does not necessarily imply a recommendation or endorse the views expressed within them. Every effort is made to keep the website up and running smoothly. However, TNA takes no responsibility for, and will not be liable for, the website being temporarily unavailable due to technical issues beyond our control.

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