The Federal Government has launched an inquiry into the operations and future of Canberra’s national institutions.
The inquiry, to be conducted by the Parliamentary Joint Standing Committee on the National Capital and External Territories, will report on a range of innovative strategies that Canberra’s national institutions are using to maintain viability and relevance to sustainably grow their profile, visitor numbers, and revenue.
Committee Chair, Ben Morton MP said Canberra’s national institutions were a major drawcard for the capital, attracting local, interstate and overseas visitors.
“They contribute significantly to the local economy and Canberra’s culture,” Mr Morton said.
“In launching this inquiry, the Committee is keen to examine creative ways that national institutions engage with both visitors and the private sector.”
He said these included new forms of public engagement and audience participation, reaching out to the community beyond Canberra, and creating a strong online presence.
Mr Morton said the Committee’s terms of reference include experimenting with new forms of public engagement and audience participation, conducting outreach beyond Canberra, cultivating private sector support, developing other income streams, and ensuring the appropriateness of governance structures.
He said the Committee will also consider any other relevant matters, including the process for establishing new institutions.
The Committee is accepting written submissions until 8 May.
The full terms of reference can be accessed at this PS News link and information on how to make a submission can be accessed at this link.
