Council
15 December, 2025
SPARK secures funding for two more years
Horsham’s SPARK Arts Education Program has secured $174,727 in funding to deliver another two years of arts experiences for students across western Victoria.
Operated through Horsham Town Hall, the program reaches schools in nine local government areas and gives regional and rural students access to live performances, workshops and exhibitions that would otherwise be out of reach.
Funded by the Department of Education since 2022, the program supports curriculum enrichment and student wellbeing while connecting young people with professional artists and creative career pathways.
SPARK has engaged 5300 students including the Horsham, Hindmarsh, Yarriambiack and West Wimmera municipalities.
Horsham Rural City Council mayor Brian Klowss said the program was making a lasting difference in the region.
“The Horsham-based SPARK program addresses major gaps in arts education for rural students caused by geographic isolation and shortage of specialist teachers,” he said. “For the past two years it has delivered a powerful mix of immersive arts education, igniting creativity and inspiring students of all ages. This is a highly competitive funding process and Council is delighted the full amount requested was received to ensure its continued success.”