Minister for the Arts (Australia)
| Minister for the Arts | |
|---|---|
| Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet | |
| Style | The Honourable |
| Appointer | Governor-General on the recommendation of the Prime Minister of Australia |
| Inaugural holder | Peter Howson |
| Formation | 10 March 1971 |
The Australian Minister for the Arts is Senator the Honourable Mitch Fifield.
The minister administers the portfolio through the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet.
The only minister before Simon Crean to have the title of Minister for the Arts was Bob McMullan between 24 March 1993 and 25 March 1994. However, "Arts" has appeared in several ministerial titles since Peter Howson was appointed Minister for the Environment, Aborigines and the Arts on 10 March 1971. The following individuals have been appointed as Minister for the Arts, or any of its precedent titles:
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