Rosie Dennis has been appointed new Executive Director Arts Northern Rivers.
In a statement, Arts Northern Rivers said, ‘Rosie brings more than two decades of leadership experience within Australia’s cultural sector and will commence in early 2026’.
‘Rosie has held creative and executive leadership positions with Placemakers* Gold Coast, Bleach Festival, Performance Space, Urban Theatre Projects, Campbelltown Arts Centre, Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery, and most recently the Bank Art Museum Moree. Recognised for her collaborative leadership style, strategic insight, and ability to bring artists, partners and communities together, Rosie has been influential in initiating some of Australia’s most innovative cultural programs.
‘Raised in the Tweed Shire, Rosie is looking forward to returning to the Northern Rivers and reconnecting with artists, partners and communities in the region’.
Arts Northern Rivers Chair, Emily Berry says, ‘We are thrilled to welcome Rosie Dennis as Executive Director. Her vision and experience will strengthen Arts Northern Rivers’ role in celebrating arts, culture and community across the region.’
The media release continues, ‘The organisation also acknowledges the significant contribution of Jane Fuller, who has led Arts Northern Rivers as Executive Director since 2021. Under Jane’s leadership, the organisation has delivered major projects, strengthened advocacy for the arts, and supported First Nations cultural development across the Northern Rivers’.
‘Jane’s dedication and passion have been instrumental in shaping Arts Northern Rivers’ impact. We thank her for her outstanding leadership and wish her every success in the future,’ Emily Berry added.
‘Arts Northern Rivers warmly welcomes Rosie to the organisation and looks forward to her vision and leadership in shaping the next chapter of arts and cultural development across the region’.
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