Inspiring creativity, connecting communities, and driving growth.
The Rosny Farm Culture and Creative Industries Precinct is a transformative project set to redefine Clarence as a leading regional cultural centre. The vision for the site is to create a central hub for creative development and presentation, Aboriginal cultural education and expression, cultural tourism, youth development, and media creation.
This multi-use project will address critical gaps in creative infrastructure, enhance community engagement, and drive economic growth through cultural tourism, urban development, and local job creation.
Clarence City Council is currently developing concept plans to expand and develop the Rosny Farm Arts Centre site into a multi-use culture and creative industries precinct to elevate the quality of artistic presentations, create spaces for artists to develop, exhibit and perform new works and to drive growth, visitation, and community participation.
This project aligns with key federal and state strategies, including the National Cultural Policy – Revive, the Hobart City Deal, the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, and the Arts Corporate Plan 2023-2027 as well as alignment with Clarence City Council’s Strategic Plan 2021-2032, the Cultural Creative Strategy 2023-2033, the draft City Heart Plan and other key strategies.
2025 update: Council is currently preparing an application for funding through the Urban Precincts and Partnerships program – Stream 1: Precinct Development and Planning to support the Rosny Farm Culture and Creative Industries Precinct project.
Social benefits
This project will deliver significant social benefits by fostering community engagement, inclusivity, and cultural pride. It will provide accessible spaces for diverse groups to participate in arts and cultural activities, strengthen social connections and promote intergenerational change.
Youth development programs will offer mentorship and creative skill building, helping young people connect with career pathways in the arts. Additionally, by celebrating local and First Nations cultures, the precinct will enhance cultural identity, support mental wellbeing, and build a more resilient connected community.
Economic benefits
The Rosny Farm Culture and Creative Industries Precinct will generate substantial economic benefits by boosting cultural tourism and supporting businesses in Clarence and Greater Hobart. Attracting high-yield visitors through festivals, exhibitions, and performances, it will drive spending in hospitality, retail, and accommodation sectors.
The project will create jobs in construction, event management, and the creative industries, while enhancing local spending through cultural programs and events. Additionally, its integration with urban renewal plans will stimulate economic growth by attracting investment and fostering a vibrant, sustainable community.
Why support our funding application?
- Cultural Tourism Growth: The precinct will attract high-yield cultural tourists, boosting local businesses and the hospitality sector.
- Jobs across industries: From construction to cultural programming and events, the project will generate employment opportunities in creative industries, event management, and allied sectors such as retail and hospitality.
- Inclusive Community Engagement: Purpose built facilities will offer workshops, exhibitions, and performances accessible to all, fostering equity, social cohesion, and cultural pride.
- Health and Wellbeing: Participating in arts and culture activities promotes good mental health outcomes, reduces social isolation, and builds resilient communities.
The development of the Rosny Farm culture and Creative Industries Precinct addresses several critical needs within the Clarence City municipality and greater Hobart:
- Creative Infrastructure: Addresses the shortage of high-quality spaces for artistic creation and presentation.
- Community Resilience: creates hubs for social interaction, youth engagement and intergenerational connection.
- Regional Growth: establishes Clarence as a cultural destination, attracting visitors and investment.
- Strategic Alignment: supports federal and state priorities for cultural development and urban renewal.
Project cost overview
| Total Project Cost | $3M |
| Funding Sought | Up to $3M |
| Location | Rosny Farm Arts Centre and Rosny Parklands, Rosny. |
| Project Timeline | Commencement subject to funding approval April 2025. Design and investment options, refinement and evaluation August 2025 – February 2026. Refine options and draft precinct master planning March – May 2026 Strategic business case and detailed business case January – September 2026 Refinement and completion October 2026 |
| Impact of Funding | The project will not progress without further funding support. |