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World Press Photo winner and finalists focus on war and climate change
The annual World Press Photo competition draws tens of thousands of entries from around the world, with this year's winners…
A national crisis: advocates call for inquiry into arts education and training
Advocates for arts education are saying Australia is in a moment of true crisis, as creative arts courses face mounting…
Australian censors forced to review celebrated Gender Queer book
One of the most banned books of recent years, graphic memoir 'Gender Queer' has been the target of conservative campaigns…
Not so final – Bluesfest to return in 2026
Bluesfest's director has admitted that his announcement of the festival's imminent closure was a marketing ploy. And it paid off.
Book review: Audition, Katie Kitamura
Competing narratives and slippery notions of truth.
Outrage and fear: QUT's cuts following a national trend
QUT's announcement of changes to its performing arts programs comes at a time when courses may be suffering a crisis…
Why the 'career ladder' is outdated for artists (and what to do instead)
For artists, career ladders are outdated and potentially dangerous ideas. Adopting a more latticed approach can help build a more…
How it began: The Narrow Road to the Deep North
One of the most celebrated novels of the 21st century, Richard Flanagan's 'The Narrow Road to the Deep North' is…
Lady Gaga, Albanese and dynamic ticket pricing: Aussies want answers
With tickets starting at $300, Australian Lady Gaga fans are the latest to ask the Government for intervention in regulating…
Cate Blanchett wants to quit acting
Cate Blanchett announces plans to quit acting to pursue other passions.