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Can we be creative without even trying?
Against received wisdom, researchers find the unconscious is not necessarily the great origin of creative accomplishment.
'No budget' to pay Christmas entertainers
Retail giant caught recruiting performers who later discover they are expected to work for free.
The Australian Screen Industry - Fact Sheet
The Australian screen industry makes a significant contribution to Australian culture and accounts for the largest proportion of GDP from…
Where there's no smoke, Abbott lights a fire
The Prime Minister has attacked WA Opera’s decision not to stage an opera set in a tobacco company while it…
The NZ Screen Industry - Fact Sheet
In 2012, 40 feature films were made in New Zealand with revenue from these films rising almost 50% to top…
The Australian Arts Industry - Fact Sheet
The Australian arts sector out-performs other industries by growing 40% faster than the economy as a whole.
Paul Yore cleared of child pornography charges
Magistrate finds that artist’s collage does not constitute the production and possession of child pornography.
Communicating the Museum 2014: Optimism and New Opportunities
Art galleries and museums are brokering new collaborations, advancing beyond traditional boundaries and talking purpose in a post-brand world.
The future looks Stella
The artistry of educators, the strength of Australian authors and gender equality are all emphasised in a ground-breaking schools’ program…
Is George Brandis a fictional character?
Are politicians fair game when creating fictional characters? Author Kathy Lette wants to start a trend to make a point.