Australia

Sydney Comedy Festival award winners announced
The curtains have drawn for Sydney Comedy Festival 2014 but its stars laugh on as award winners announced.

Head On Photography Festival Prizes
Paddington Town Hall was buzzing for the announcement of the 2014 Head On Photography Prizes.

American Brass Quintet
When the troupe of brass players finally made it on stage, listeners were serenaded by the most glorious and stately…

Design studio inducted into Hall of Fame
With a prolific 30-year portfolio from aircraft to textiles, the creators of some iconic imagery are honoured for their designs.

Cool laneways are not just reserved for Melbourne
Brisbane’s Vibrant Laneways Art Program has launched three new commissioned artworks this month, from hilarious to engaging.

AusCo most generous fellowships go to multimedia artists
The winners of the Australia Council Fellowships, making the careers of 7 lucky early career artists as well as honouring…
What festivals can do that companies can't

‘Addiction to buildings’ hurting outdoor work
Is a focus on ticketed events and existing venues hindering the growth of companies working in non-traditional spaces?

Private partners wanted by Australia Council
Partial privatisation of key programs and an assertion of cultural ambition are on the agenda for the Australia Council’s future.

Legal reseller takes on the scalpers
A major ticketing retailer has introduced a legitimate consumer resale branch in competition with illegal scalping.