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The queer bushranger who still inspires artists 143 years after his death
Executed while wearing a ring fashioned from his dead lover's hair, the story of Captain Moonlite is slowly regaining the…
The regional cultural festival that’s Blooming lovely
From tulips and wine tastings to heritage architecture and an acquisitive painting prize, Bendigo’s Bloom festival has much to offer…
On the move: latest sector appointments
ArtsHub’s weekly round-up of new staff and Board appointments in the Australian arts sector.
ABC announces new TV arts show hosted by Virginia Trioli
Can the ABC’s newly announced TV program reverse the degraded coverage of the arts on the national broadcaster?
Cartoonist leads Walkley Awards boycott over fossil fuel sponsorship
Australia’s national journalism awards are tainted by their association with the fossil fuel industry, says cartoonist Jon Kudelka.
This week’s arts news and trending stories
What's in the headlines and what people are talking about in the arts sector this week.
Unconformity rules at this unique celebration of place
This site-specific festival on Tasmania's remote West Coast offers locals and visitors alike an array of unique cultural experiences.
On the move: latest sector appointments
Malthouse co-CEO to step down, TNA farewells Executive Director, and more.
What’s in store in 2024 for the performing arts (part one)
As season announcements for 2024 begin to roll out across the country, we look in brief at some of next…
Music Australia will share our songs with the world
The creation of Music Australia will drive commercial exports and strengthen Australia’s live music sector.