Madeleine Swain
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Spreading the word – reaching the right artists at the right time to amplify your art prize announcement
When targeting your art prize announcement, be like a shark – laser focused and swimming in the right part of…

Providing a pathway to the ultimate art form – Opera for All
The Opera for All concerts are being seen all over the globe. This week it was Melbourne's turn.

Celebrating the art that promotes positive change
The Environmental Art and Design Prize is open to all Australians, with two main awards and more cash prizes.

Creative sector leaders in Australia Day Honours 2025
A number of prominent figures in the arts sector have been recognised in this year's Australia Day Honours List, which…

On the move: latest arts sector appointments
ArtsHub’s weekly round-up of Australian arts sector comings and goings.

Book review: Grace and Marigold, Mira Robertson
A moving and intriguing period novel of awakenings and secrets that strikes true.

Book review: Sonny Boy, Al Pacino
The Oscar-winning actor looks back on his life and career to reveal how he left the Bronx to hit the…

Vale James Simpson
The musical director, arranger and orchestrator was described as 'a remarkable, talented, humble, passionate, kind soul' by Casey Donovan.

Festive felicitations one and all
Gina Rinehart meant that some of our Christmases came early this year. The Namitjira portrait saga was the gift that…

Book review: Dropping the Mask, Noni Hazlehurst
The Logie Hall of Famer shares her life and career from 'wide-eyed Pollyanna' to today.