Season 2, Episode 10: Why the Arts Matter with Dr. Nicola Forrest, AO and Guest Interviewer Andrew Baker

Dr. Nicola Forrest, AO, is a powerhouse. As one of Australia’s most visible and respected philanthropists, her impact on the arts sector throughout Australia has been one of the most enduring, vital support systems ever designed to elevate Australian culture. From humble beginnings in country New South Wales to her role as co-founder of Minderoo Foundation and owner and director of Tattarang, one of Australia’s largest private investment groups, Dr. Forrest has a unique view on what makes the arts so important, and discusses her role in helping it thrive.

Show notes

Dr. Nicola Forrest, AO: https://forrestresearch.org.au/members/dr-nicola-forrest/

On Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nicola_Forrest

Andrew Baker: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-baker-55075430/

Minderoo Foundation: https://www.minderoo.org/

Philanthropy: https://www.philanthropy.org.au/news-and-stories/helping-others-is-the-most-satisfying-thing-you-can-do-in-life-nicola-forrest/

Black Swan State Theatre Company: https://blackswantheatre.com.au/

Sculpture by the Sea: https://sculpturebythesea.com/

WAAPA and Minderoo: https://www.minderoo.org/stories/ecu-waapa-facilities/

Perth Symphony Orchestra: https://perthsymphony.com/

Bourby Webster: https://bourby.com/about/

PICA: https://pica.org.au/

Fremantle Press: https://fremantlepress.com.au/

Fremantle Biennale: https://fremantlebiennale.com.au/