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4 urgent issues on the minds of arts educators this year
Problems of equity and access continue to weigh on the minds of art teachers at the start of this new…
More music venues at risk as insurance cost hikes continue
Escalating insurance cost pressures are pushing the independent live music scene to a new tipping point.
Which festivals are breaking records despite cost of living crisis?
Cost of living surges mean many are still feeling the financial pinch. But certain festivals are enjoying record growth. How…
20 creative habits to kickstart a productive day
Need to mix up your morning routine? Starting your day creatively can help set you up with focus and flair.
Must-see museum blockbusters in 2024
As Australians continue their love affair with all things ancient Egyptian, some of our museums are also embracing VR to…
How often have we worked at the office this year?
Many of us are now in hybrid working arrangements, and this year showed there are positives and negatives to this…
Does this new sculpture change how we publicly memorialise war?
A new permanent sculpture at the Australian War Memorial may signal a shift in how we publicly acknowledge veterans’ experiences.
30 years of Indigenous storytelling with depth and generosity
Yirra Yaakin Theatre Company marks three decades of sharing Indigenous stories with the world.
Performance Review: At the End of the Land, PICA Performance Space, WA
A non-linear and Lynchian solo performance, with visual and aural extravagances.
Grazie Bella! NGV starts program to boost Italian art access
From Mantegna to Moschino, the NGV is celebrating its Italian art and design Collection in a new program that welcomes…