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Melbourne’s ACMI to stage world-first Bluey exhibition in 2027

The major Bluey exhibition will offer a behind-the-scenes look at the iconic Australian franchise.

Leah J. Williams

Apr 9, 2026
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Stella Prize: 2026 shortlist announced

The Stella Prize has unveiled its 2026 shortlist, featuring six works by Australian women and non-binary writers.

ArtsHub

Apr 9, 2026
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What local game developers really think about using GenAI artworks as ‘placeholders’

As AAA studios are called out for leaving GenAI placeholder artwork in their games, local developers talk to ScreenHub about…

Leah J. Williams

Apr 7, 2026
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MTG: Secrets of Strixhaven – Exclusive Card Preview

Return to the magic school of Strixhaven with MTG's latest set.

Leah J. Williams

Apr 7, 2026
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On the move: latest arts sector appointments

This week’s arts sector appointments include Omega Ensemble’s new CEO, the departure of a founding Artistic Director, and more.

Richard Watts

Apr 7, 2026
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Deborah Cheetham Fraillon on Short Black Opera’s new home in Melbourne

Short Black Opera’s Artistic Director Deborah Cheetham Fraillon discusses how the First Nations-led company is expanding the artform.

Stephen A Russell

Apr 7, 2026
Young members of NSW cultural institution boards at the State Library of NSW. Photo: Joy Lai.
Features

New voices, new directions: the young members of NSW’s biggest cultural boards

Six young leaders joined the boards of New South Wales’ major cultural institutions last year. Who are they, and what…

Manan Luthra

Apr 7, 2026
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Brim silo VIC, 2016 by Guido van Helten: a photo of a large painted farm grain silo against a grey cloud stormy sky with golden grass in the forground. The painted mural depicts four men of varying ages in a realistic, figurative style.
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I founded Australia’s first silo art trail – here’s why the movement now needs to evolve

After a period of rapid growth, Australia’s silo art movement has reached a critical juncture.

Shaun Hossack
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Time for an upgrade: the arts industry’s ‘Windows update’ moment

The Chamber of Arts and Culture WA’s Rick Heath explores three divergent perspectives on the future of sustainable arts and…

Rick Heath
Julian Pereira and David Da Costa Enes, The Thinker. Installation view, Sculpture by the Sea Cottesloe. Photo: Supplied. Courtesy: the artist.
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When public art is led by accessibility, the results are transformative

Amazing things can happen when d/Deaf and disabled artists are commissioned to produce public art projects.

Sarah-Mace Dennis
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Writing retreats – a modern-day luxury most writers can’t actually afford 

Victoria Brownlee, author of the suspense novel The Writers Retreat, weighs up whether writing retreats are actually worth it.

Victoria Brownlee
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Opinions & Analysis

Theatre designers are being disrespected – and I should know

Design as a craft and a storytelling discipline seems to be quietly disappearing from Australian independent theatre.

Kyle Stephens

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The Paradise Pact by Anita Heiss review: a beach read with a backstory

Heiss' The Paradise Pact is a holiday read with history lessons woven into every page.

Lisette Drew

Apr 10, 2026
Lou Wall presents Where Are All the Tall Grandmas? at Melbourne International Comedy Festival. Photo: Supplied. MICF
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Lou Wall – Where Are All the Tall Grandmas? review: 'warm, mischief-tinged energy' at MICF

Lou Wall’s mission to find tall old ladies takes unexpected turns at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival.

Alannah Sue

Apr 9, 2026
Kiera Brew Kurec's Keep the Chains Tight. Photo: Jacquie Manning.
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Keep the Chains Tight review: artist Kiera Brew Kurec considers Ukrainian traditions

In her latest performance work, Ukrainian-Australian artist Kiera Brew Kurec explored the labour involved in holding onto tradition.

Solomiya Sywak

Apr 8, 2026
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Department of the Vanishing review: Johanna Bell's lyrical novel is 'monumentally memorable'

Known for her children's picture books, Johanna Bell has stepped boldly into adult fiction with the remarkable Department of the…

Nanci Nott

Apr 8, 2026
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Porcelain review: Peach PRC's debut LP is a candid take on young queer life

On her debut record Porcelain, Adelaide-born artist Peach PRC takes inspiration from nature and queer culture.

Daniel Stojkovski

Apr 7, 2026

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Young members of NSW cultural institution boards at the State Library of NSW. Photo: Joy Lai.
Features

New voices, new directions: the young members of NSW’s biggest cultural boards

Six young leaders joined the boards of New South Wales’ major cultural institutions last year. Who are they, and what…

Manan Luthra
Jeweller Sophie Carnell in her studio. Photo: Supplied.
Features

Will material costs kill my practice as a jeweller?

Five jewellers share the creative strategies helping them adapt to rising material costs.

Gina Fairley
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Opinions & Analysis

Writing retreats – a modern-day luxury most writers can’t actually afford 

Victoria Brownlee, author of the suspense novel The Writers Retreat, weighs up whether writing retreats are actually worth it.

Victoria Brownlee
The Met's Quincey Houghton delivering the Betty Churcher AO Memorial Oration at NGA, Canberra. Photo: Supplied.
Features

10 things Australian arts institutions can learn from The Met

The Deputy Director of Exhibitions at New York’s Met Museum, Quincy Houghton, offered wisdom in difficult times during her recent…

Gina Fairley
Blinking Light's These Youths Be Protesting. Photo: Karla Elbourne. how to make sustainable theatre
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From set design to touring, how can we make theatre more environmentally sustainable?

The majority of Australian theatre-makers are concerned about climate change but most feel the issue receives limited attention in the…

Manan Luthra

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