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Book review: Darkness for Light by Emma Viskic
The third thriller in the Caleb Zelic series portrays Caleb’s deafness skilfully but relies too much on its predecessors.

On the Move: Latest sector appointments & departures
Meet DRILL’s new Artistic Director, CIAF's new General Manager, Brisbane Festival’s Marketing and Communications Director, and more.

Book review: Ten Doors Down by Robert Tickner
The brutalities of an immoral system and the power of a mother’s love are brought into harrowing relief in this…

Performing Arts Markets and their Conundrums
Veteran arts marketeer Justin Macdonnell gives us an uncompromising look at the refashioned Australian Performing Arts Market debuting this month,…

Review: Psychedelic Realism, aMBUSH Gallery, Australian National University (ACT)
Immerse yourself in the dreamlike world of Reg Mombassa.

Review: Vernon Ah Kee: The Island, Campbelltown Arts Centre (NSW)
A powerful survey exhibition of Aboriginal artist Vernon Ah Kee's videos and wall texts, questions the frameworks of power and…

Art Basel Hong Kong cancelled due to coronavirus
The organisers of Art Basel Hong Kong have cancelled the 2020 edition of the art fair, facing no other option.

Museum Directors unite against climate crisis
With trillions of animals impacted by drought, flood and the recent bushfires, Australia’s biodiversity is in threat. Museum directors have…

Coronavirus ban prevents Chinese artists from entering Australia
Recent travel restrictions have forced festivals and arts organisations to change or postpone upcoming programming.

Scientists make new discovery in Aboriginal rock art
You will never think of a wasp nest the same, learning that it can help provide age estimates for Australia’s…