Museums
Ai Weiwei has pulled his work from Denmark – should Melbourne be next?
Weiwei has taken Denmark to task for its asylum-seeker policy. Australia, for now, is another issue.
$18 million culture proposal to improve social cohesion
A feasibility study has recommended the construction of a House of World Cultures to address declining social cohesion in Victoria.
A seven-figure fashion acquisition for NGV
NGV cements its place as the most significant collection of fashion in Australia with a $1.4M gift from a Foundation…
New warrant would allow police to seize museum artefacts
A new model proposed by a government review would give museums clearer public accountability and reduce the chances of another…
ACMI X makes a place for living creators
The Australian Centre for the Moving Image will redefine its role, working with screen creators to enable them to make…
Where does Australia fit in Singapore's regional art hub?
Singapore has positioned itself as a regional hub, throwing vast amounts of money into cultural infrastructure. Is there a place…
Global citizenship double-edged sword for museums
Modern museums often want to be global citizens but there are risks of homogenization and challenges from national agendas.
Touring exhibitions receive $1.6 million funding
The Federal Government's Visions of Australia program will enable seven exhibitions to visit 76 venues across Australia.
Super for arts professionals: getting the right advice
The erratic work life of arts professionals means many in the sector are unprepared for retirement – but they don’t…
Big opportunity for big ideas
Art & About Sydney is eschewing the festival format, providing up to $85,000 per project to transform the city year…