COVID-19 RESOURCE REGISTER - MusicNSW

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With so many people in our sector taking a massive hit to their livelihoods in the wake of the Coronavirus, the MusicNSW COVID-19 Resource Register is a hub for resources, support and information to help you navigate this once-in-a-lifetime challenge. They are organised into the following sections:

If you come across a really useful resource we may have missed please let us know at info@musicnsw.com

If you or someone you know needs extra support, Support Act offers crisis relief services for artists, crew and music workers. You can also call their wellbeing Helpline on 1800 959 500.

Support Act also offer a dedicated Helpline for First Nations artists, crew and music workers, which can be accessed by calling 1800 959 500 (option 3) between 8am – 6pm AEST Monday to Friday.

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GOVERNMENT AID PACKAGES

 

HEALTH DEPARTMENT COVID-19 INFORMATION

NSW-specific coronavirus advice as well as information from the Federal Health Department. FederalNSW 
 
OTHER USEFUL LINKS
 

 

GRANT OPPORTUNITIES

SEE OUR FUNDING CALENDAR FOR ALL CURRENT GRANTS 

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CHECK OUT OUR GRANT WRITING VIDEO SUITE TO HELP YOU GET STARTED

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Information & Education

CORONAVIRUS: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

A general COVID-19 information and resource page by GetUp!

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COVID-19 OPERATIONAL PLANNING GUIDELINES: COURSE

Online learning modules developed by the World Health Organisation to help countries scale up their COVID-19 preparedness.

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FREE EVENT TECHNOLOGY TRAINING, TUTORIALS & WORKSHOPS

A list of all free event tech training being offered during the crisis – skill up while you're locked down.

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GUIDE: LIVING WITH WORRY AND ANXIETY AMIDST GLOBAL UNCERTAINTY

Compiled by clinical psychologists, this guide contains psychoeducation about normal and excessive worry, and a selection of practical exercises that you can use to manage worry and maintain well-being. Available here in a number of translations.

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GOVERNMENT AID PACKAGES

CENTRELINK

If you've lost your job or a substantial part of your income we strongly suggest you commence the process for registering for payments from Centrelink.

Check your eligibility: CLICK HERE

ARTS LAW COVID-19 FAQ FOR ARTISTS

Answers to some of the most common questions Arts Law Centre of Australia has received from artists and arts organisations.

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COMMUNITY

GIMME SHELTER

An early intervention mental health program, delivered online and tailored to artist managers.

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MUTUAL AID DATABASE

A searchable state-by-state database of informal mutual aid groups

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VIRAL KINDNESS

Looking for help? Or keen to lend a hand? #viralkindness is an online hub for the rapidly proliferating community care groups. Powered by GetUp!

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FRIENDS OF FUZZY DIRECTORY

A list of resources and ways you can help struggling live events workers and make it through yourself.

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SUPPORT FOR GIG PHOTOGRAPHERS

A roll call of some wonderful Sydney & Melbourne gig photographers who you can support through direct print purchases. From Time Out.

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CAMPAIGNS

CREW NATION: GLOBAL RELIEF FUND FOR LIVE MUSIC CREWS

Live Nation has committed $10 million to supporting touring and venue crews who depend on shows to make a living.

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THE SOUND OF SILENCE

A national industry initiative to raise funds for Support Act and CrewCare.

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SUPPORTING EVENTS

An events initiative established to counter the narrative that meeting places are dangerous in anticipation of the "all clear" from authorities once the threat has passed.

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#LOVERECORDSTORES

A high-profile, global initiative to help independent record stores during the crisis, encouraging customers to shop online with their favourite record stores.

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JOB OPPORTUNITIES

PROJECT DISPLACED

An online community and job board for employees in the airline, arts, tourism and hospitality industries established by an ex-QANTAS employee.

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UN GLOBAL CALLOUT TO CREATIVES

The United Nations (UN) calls on creatives to help translate critical public health messages into work that will engage and inform people across different cultures, languages, communities and platforms. The shortlisted work will reach everyone, everywhere.

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ARTSTASKER

Facebook group offering up the transferrable skills of the arts workers for odd-job needs – AirTasker but for the arts community.

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DOCTORS WITHOUT BABYSITTERS

A private Facebook group aimed at matching doctors in need of childcare with creatives in need of work.

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NSW GOVERNMENT EMERGENCY SUPPLIES REGISTRATION PORTAL

For suppliers to register their capacity to provide critical supplies, raw materials or manufacturing capability to produce critical supplies during the COVID-19 crisis.

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