David Burton

David Burton is a writer from Meanjin, Brisbane. David also works as a playwright, director and author. He is the playwright of over 30 professionally produced plays. He holds a Doctorate in the Creative Industries.

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After a rush of pre-sale tickets, Teddy Swims has announced new dates for his Australian tour. Image: supplied.
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Teddy Swims announces new Australian tour dates

Teddy Swims has experienced a meteoric rise since 2023, and he is visiting Australia in October on his first stadium…

Two panels: on the left is a book cover of a night sky and a small silhouette figure sitting on a crag looking away to see. The title in yellow is Wild Dark Shore.
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Book review: Wild Dark Shore, Charlotte McConaghy

A mystery literary fiction seeded in climate change.

John Rodger's leaves behind a diverse and impressive legacy across Queensland and Australia.
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Vale John Rodgers – extraordinarily versatile musician and composer

John Rodgers began his career as a young violin prodigy, but ended up expanding into flamenco, punk, cabaret and a…

A hand on the open pages of a cookbook
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How Aussie chefs are boosting book sales: Nagi Maehashi and the new wave of cookbooks

Often overlooked in conversations about Australian literary trends, Australian cookbooks have been internationally influential for decades.

Most Australians plan to travel in 2025, many to arts events. Image: supplied.
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Report finds Australians are planning travel around arts events in 2025

A new report from American Express has revealed most Australians plan to travel in 2025, and are often planning their…

The Wiggles new album features collaborations with powerhouses such as Dolly Parton. Image: supplied.
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The Wiggles go country, and viral, with Dolly Parton, Orville Peck and more

With impressive collaborations and nods to the queer community, The Wiggles' new album demonstrates they are as relevant and pioneering…

Benson Boone won Song of the Year at the iHeartRadio Music Awards. Image: supplied.
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2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards winners

The iHeartRadio Music Awards were held in Los Angeles today, celebrating a diverse mix of international artists.

Joining the oversaturated podcast market can be daunting, but podcasts still offer unique marketing opportunities.
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Is it worth launching a podcast in 2025? – 3 rules for artists

A far cry from the days of homespun projects, launching a podcast in 2025 can potentially create a new marketing…

The latest request from Black Inc Books has only fueled the fire on AI controversy in the creative arts.
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Industry shocked after Black Inc Books asks writers to consent to AI licence

The Melbourne publisher wants its writers to agree to their work being used to train AI.

Steve Young's macrophotography focuses on ancient life barely a micron in size. Here: the metatrichica floraformis. Image: Steve Young
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Groundbreaking macrophotography offers glimpse into Queensland's prehistory

In deep regional Queensland, a retired commercial photographer is finding new life in macrophotography, focusing on ancient life.

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