Creative industries

Image credits: artworks by Ms Brown (this page) Austin (Business menu) in the Back Alley Gallery, Lismore Laneways.

Lismore City Council recognises the artistic, social and economic value of its outstanding arts community and creative industries. We appreciate working with diverse creative leaders across the sector through our engagement, activities, facilities, initiatives and promotions.   

Here you can find links to Lismore City Council information and resources relating to creative industries, including:

Visit Lismore

Visit Lismore where you can find out more about arts, culture and what's on across the Lismore Local Government Area.

CONVERGE

CONVERGE, a 2024 creative enterprise development program, funded by the NSW Reconstruction Authority.

Lightbox Lane Public Art Program

The Lightbox Lane Public Art Program is a biannual initiative transforming Lightbox Lane in Lismore into a vibrant, evolving gallery of illuminated artworks. This program showcases local artistic talent, celebrates cultural identity, and fosters community connection through public art.

Safer Cities: Her Way

Lismore City Council is committed to enhancing our CBD as a safe and welcoming environment for all. We were thrilled to announce our participation in the Safer Cities: Her Way Program, a collaborative initiative between Transport for NSW and 10 pilot councils across NSW, including Lismore in 2024. This program delivered demonstration projects focused on improving safety for women, girls and gender-diverse individuals in public spaces and transport hubs.

Safer Cities: Her Way Lismore CBD Safety Project and artists' profiles.

Mural and Street Art Guidelines

Mural and Street Art Guidelines(PDF, 201KB) for local businesses, property owners, artists and stakeholders.

Lismore, Nimbin & Villages Destination Management Plan 2024-2028

Lismore, Nimbin & Villages Destination Management Plan 2024-2028(PDF, 4MB), highlighting the local creative arts scene as one of Lismore’s competitive advantages.

Lismore Business Activation Plan

Activation, placemaking and promotion opportunities through the Lismore Business Activation Plan.

Council policies and procedures

Council policies and procedures can be found here.