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Community supports more investment by the WA Government in arts and culture

• 82% of respondents agreed that the WA Government should invest in arts and culture to ensure activities are available to the public.
• 55% of respondents thought the Western Australian Government’s allocation of $2.47 per person per week for arts and cultural activities, services and facilities in WA was too low, while 36% thought it was about right. Only 9% of respondents thought it was too high.

Arts and culture are an important part of childhood and child development

• When respondents were asked to rate the value of arts, culture and creativity in their own life, 59% of respondents gave a high rating of 4 or 5 out of 5. Only 3% of respondents said arts, culture and creativity provided no value at all.
• Personal value dropped to 68 index points after reaching a 10-year high of 70 index points in 2025.

Arts, cultural and creative activities contribute to community health and wellbeing:

• 83% of respondents agreed that arts and culture make them feel good.
• 81% of respondents agreed that attending or participating in arts, cultural and creative activities and events has a positive impact on their mental health.
• 73% of respondents agreed that attending or participating in arts, cultural and creative activities improves their sense of belonging and connection with others.
• 81% of respondents agreed that attending or participating in arts, cultural and creative activities improves understanding and respect for different cultures and perspectives.
• In recognition of the valuable role that arts and culture plays in people’s lives, 31% of respondents gave back to the arts, cultural and creative sector over the past 12 months, mostly by donating money or volunteering.