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        TNA's Equity Action Plan outlines our commitment and plan toward a more equitable workplace.
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        Theatre Network Australia (TNA) has a small but mighty core team of staff.
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        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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      - Arts with/for/by Young People News
        News, updates, and opportunities from TNA for the Arts with/for/by Young People sector.
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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
  - 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
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        News, updates, and opportunities from TNA for the Arts with/for/by Young People sector.
      - CYPA 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
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  - Members List
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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.
      - CYPA 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

Tax-time Tips for Indies in the Performing Arts

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Resources for tax time to assist indies in the performing arts. Includes ATO’s guide on making personal contributions to your superannuation, as well as information on income averaging.

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Sydney and Melbourne Dance Sector Gatherings: Summary Reports

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The Independent Dance Sector Report was published in April 2024 and included a recommendation for a series of gatherings to occur to connect the sector. Following this, Creative Australia provided funding support for TNA, Dance Makers Collective, and GUTS Dance …

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About
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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
    - 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.
      - CYPA 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.
      - CYPA 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
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Theatre Network Australia

Privacy Policy

Review	Every 2 years
Last Review	April 2026
Responsible Person	CEO and General Manager

Version	Approved
1.0	22 May 2026

1. Introduction

1.1 This Privacy Policy explains how Theatre Network Australia (TNA) collects and handles your Personal Information.

1.2 Theatre Network Australia is committed to protecting your privacy. Establishing a trusting relationship with our stakeholders is central to our work practices.

1.3 Privacy Legislation means, as applicable, the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth, Australia) or supplements, Australian state or territory privacy laws, or any legislation that replaces those laws.

1.4 In this Policy, Personal Information or Personal Data has the same meaning as in the Privacy Legislation.

2. Purpose

2.1. The purpose of this document is to provide a framework for TNA in managing privacy considerations.

2.2. We apply this Policy to all individuals and entities who interact with or for TNA. This includes (but is not limited to) staff, contractors, members, and anyone who engages with TNA through our activities, programs and website.

2.3. We may update this Policy from time to time in accordance with legislative or operational changes. If you would like us to send you a copy of our changes or you have comments or questions regarding this Policy, please contact us using the details provided in clause 13.

3. Types of information we collect

3.1. The type of information that we collect and hold depends on the nature of a person’s involvement with us.

3.2. We only collect your Personal Information where it is reasonably necessary for us to pursue one or more of our functions or activities, or where the law requires us to collect it.

3.3. Depending on the reason for collecting it, the Personal Information we collect may include (but is not limited to):

(a) your name, company name, role, and contact details;
(b) social media handles
(c) payment information and banking details such as credit card details and billing address if you are purchasing a service (e.g. membership) through us;
(d) Personal Information contained in forms, surveys or applications;
(e) Personal Information contained in queries, or feedback about our services;
(f) usage data (which may include your IP address, the pages you have clicked through on our mail-outs and website, websites that referred you to our sites, information about the device you are using, and your wider geographic location).

3.4 In some circumstances, we collect Sensitive Personal Information, which requires a higher level of protection under the Privacy Legislation. We consciously limit how much Sensitive Personal Information we collect, and we only collect it when we have your consent and the collection is reasonably necessary for us to pursue one or more of our functions or activities. In this Policy, Sensitive Personal Information (or Special Category Data) has the same meaning as in the Privacy Legislation.

4. How we collect information

4.1. We ask you for Personal Information when it is reasonably necessary for the activities in which you are seeking to be involved.

4.2. We will only collect your Personal Information by lawful and fair means, including by email, and through forms on our website or through websites we trust.

4.3. Subject to clause 3.2:
(a) We may collect Personal Information from staff, contractors, members, and anyone who engages with TNA through our activities, programs and website.
(b) On occasion, we may collect Personal Information from a third-party. For example, Personal Information may be provided by third-party websites (refer to clause 9).
(c) We collect user data through log files and cookies.
(i) In some cases you can block or delete cookies and still use our services, although if you do, you will be asked for your email address and password every time you log into an account you hold with us.

4.4. We generally obtain consent from the owner of Personal Information to collect their Personal Information. Consent may be provided via a form, in writing or orally (over the phone or in person).

4.5. You are not required to provide the Personal Information and/or Sensitive Personal Information we request. However, if you choose not to provide it, we may not be able to service your needs (see also clause 6).

4.6. You are free to browse our websites anonymously. However, when you register for one of our services (e.g. TNA membership), we require you to register an account using your legal name and provide a valid email address. Receipts (especially tax-deductible receipts) may be invalid unless accurate information, including your legal name, is provided.

5. How we deal with unsolicited Personal Information

5.1. If we receive your Personal Information from you or a third party without having asked for it, and we determine we do not have a need for it, we will destroy or deidentify the information as soon as practicable, so long as it is lawful and reasonable to do so.

6. How we use your Personal Information

6.1. We use your Personal Information for a range of purposes, including:
(a) providing you with our services;
(b) improving our services through quality-improvement activities;
(c) providing you with information, news, offers and surveys;
(e) helping you to access the most appropriate information and tools associated with our website;
(f) providing you with support if you need technical assistance;
(g) processing payments, including membership fees and donations;
(h) communicating important service-related announcements, changes to our services or policies, or password notifications;
(i) providing you with information about your account and newsletters you have signed up to receive;
(j) answering enquiries and resolving complaints;
(k) complying with directions from authorities or legislative requirements;
(l) screening for or preventing potentially fraudulent, illegal or abusive activity;
(m) storing your data so it is available for your future use of our services.

6.2. We may also collect, hold, use and disclose Personal Information for purposes:
(a) which we explained at the time of collection; or
(b) which are required by law; or
(c) for which you have provided your consent; or
(d) which are necessary for maintaining the reliability and security of infrastructure and services.

6.3. We only use or disclose your Personal Information for the above purposes, or for purposes that you consent to, or for other related purposes that you would reasonably anticipate.

6.4. To the extent you submit content to public areas of our websites (for example, on a public database), it will be available to the public and we may reuse or republish it. If you request that such content be removed, we will promptly remove it.

6.5. If you have any concerns about us using your Personal Information in any of these ways, please notify us immediately.

7. How we store and handle your data

7.1. We hold Personal Information in a number of ways, including in electronic databases, and websites we trust.

7.2 We take reasonable steps to:
(a) make sure that the Personal Information is accurate, up to date and complete, and (in the case of use and disclosure) relevant;
(b) protect the Personal Information from misuse, interference, loss, unauthorised access, destruction, modification or disclosure;
(c) destroy or permanently de-identify Personal Information that is no longer needed. (However, we will keep information for a longer period where necessary to comply with contractual, regulatory or legal requirements.)

7.3 Any Personal Information we provide to you through your online account(s) with TNA is password-protected.
(a) You must not reveal or share your password with anyone.
(b) We will never ask for your password, (whether initiated by you or us).

8. Accessing and correcting your Personal Information

8.1. If you would like:
(a) confirmation that we hold your Personal Information;
(b) to access your Personal Information; or
(c) to correct your Personal Information

you can request this by using the contact details in clause 13.

8.2. We will respond to your request within a reasonable period and within any timeframe specified by the Privacy Legislation. You may make an urgent request to access or correct your Personal Information, which should include the reasons for the urgency.

8.3. Prior to allowing access to your Personal Information, we may ask you to take steps to verify your identity.

8.4. We will allow you to access your Personal Information unless there is a sound reason not to, including where:
(a) giving access would have an unreasonable impact on the privacy of others; or
(b) we reasonably consider that your request for access is frivolous or vexatious; or
(c) it is not permitted under the applicable Privacy Legislation.

8.5. If we refuse to give you access to your information, we will give you a notice setting out our reasons.

8.6. If you believe that information we hold about you is incorrect or out of date, please contact us and we will take all reasonable steps to amend the information in line with your request.

8.7. If the information has been collected on behalf of others (refer to clause 4), we may direct you to contact the relevant party to initiate your request.

9. Third party service providers

9.1 TNA uses some third-party service providers (sub-processors) in order to support our website and operations. These third-party service providers can include foreign entities that operate in an overseas jurisdiction.
(a) We select reputable third-party service providers on the basis of their published privacy policies.
(b) By using our services and interacting with TNA, you acknowledge that third-party service providers that are foreign entities may not be required to protect your Personal Information in a way that provides comparable safeguards as those provided in the Privacy Legislation.

9.2. Any questions related to our use of third-party service providers can be directed to us via the contact details in clause 13.

10. Direct marketing

10.1. We only use your Personal Information to let you know about our services where we have your consent, or where we are otherwise permitted by law to do so. We may contact you for these purposes in a variety of ways, including by email or telephone.

10.2. We do not sell your Personal Information to any third-party for the purposes of direct marketing.

10.3. Where you have consented to receiving marketing communications from us, your consent remains current until you advise us otherwise. You can opt out at any time, by:
(a) contacting us as set out in clause 13;
(b) advising us if you receive a marketing communication that you no longer wish to receive; or
(c) using the unsubscribe facility that we include in our electronic messages.

10.4. We do not use your Sensitive Personal Information (refer to clause 3.4) for the purposes of direct marketing.

11. Notification of a data breach

11.1 If we become aware of unauthorised access to or loss of your Personal Information, we will promptly:
(a) notify you;
(b) investigate the cause;
(c) do our best to remedy any consequences; and
(d) tell you what steps we have taken to prevent a reoccurrence.

11.2 Unauthorised access to or unauthorised disclosure of personal information, or a loss of personal information, are handled in accordance with the relevant authority as follows: oaic.gov.au/privacy/notifiable-data-breaches.

12. Complaints

12.1 If you have a complaint about how we collect or handle your Personal Information, please contact us using the contact details in clause 13. We treat any claims of privacy breaches seriously and will do our best to respond to your complaint within seven days of receiving it.

12.2 If you are unhappy with our response, you can refer your complaint to the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner in Australia or the Office of the Privacy Commissioner in New Zealand.

13. How you can contact us

13.1 Please contact us if you have any queries about the Personal Information that we hold about you or the way we handle it. Our contact details are set out below:
(a) Call us on (03) 9947 1015 or
(b) Email us on info@tna.org.au
(c) Send a letter to us at:

Theatre Network Australia
Level 1, Trades Hall
54 Victoria St, Carlton VIC 3053

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