Australia
Best new books published October 2025
Discover the best new books to read in October with this guide.
IDEA’25: strengthening Sydney's contemporary dance sector
FORM Dance Projects’ second annual Independent Dance Exchange Australia is addressing critical gaps in dance development and presentation opportunities.
Government's tax reform for the arts tabled – but will it be enacted?
The NSW Government has put forth a summary of submissions on Tax Reform for the arts, ahead of a summit…
Josh Thomas & Courtney Smith: how we met and why we love each other
Courtney Smith is a first-time comedian, Josh Thomas is a comedy star – here's what their friendship looks like.
Is it art? QAGOMA uncoils its Big Hose sculpture
Aboriginal storytelling blends with Aussie backyard icon for The Big Hose, by Tony Albert and Nell at QAGOMA.
The Lovers review: Shakespeare shaken and stirred for the TikTok generation
Teens and young adults scream, boo, giggle and gasp like they're at a gig during Laura Murphy's The Lovers.
Was Sydney Contemporary a sales success? The numbers are in
It was always going to be tenuous this year, but was Sydney Contemporary a reflection of a struggling economy, or…
Dancenorth: 40 years of dancing on the shoulders of giants
Dancenorth Artistic Director reflects on four decades of contemporary dance-making in regional Queensland.
In conversation with Tina Arena: 50 years on from her Young Talent Time debut
Tina Arena shares career wisdoms and warnings, on the occasion of her celebratory portrait commission for the National Portrait Gallery.
Rachael Maza on shaping the narrative, trusting her gut and preparing to say goodbye
After almost 18 years as ILBIJERRI’s Artistic Director, Dr Rachael Maza AM is stepping down at the end of the…