Museums
Putting the social back in social media
Social media works most effectively for your organisation when you add value to your community.
How to develop awesome mentors early
A good mentor will help you fast track your learning, will challenge your thinking and will advise you in tough…
Fears museums split would damage lobbying power
A new peak body could leave both galleries and museums weakened, argues Museums Australia.
Making a pact with the devil
Coal corporations, oil companies and casinos have money to spend on the arts. Should you steer clear or mine their…
The best councils for the arts: ACT, NT and TAS
We’ve clocked up the frequent flyer points to bring you this final slice of the best arts regions for NT,…
Galleries propose split from Museums Australia
Public galleries are considering a proposal for a new peak body because of concerns Museums Australia does not adequately represent…
Consolidated evidence shows value of the arts
Multiple studies prove the arts improve health, education and economic outcomes, a review of 90 research projects has shown.
Plugging the gaps in arts value research
Despite more than 500 studies, reviewers say better research is needed to convince policy-makers that strong arts activity generates happier,…
Embracing the elusive
Following widespread reaction to the powerful contention that art should disturb not please, we publish Leysen's full speech.
AusCo defends new grants model
Humphrey Bower's attack on Australia Council's new structure is based on misunderstanding, argues the Council's CEO.