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National conference looks into the health of art education
The trends, wins and pressure points in the art education sector, as identified at the National Visual Art Education Conference.

Work for someone or go it alone?
What are the benefits of the different paths? Both ways let you practice your art, and get paid for it,…

Book Review: Angelo Candalepas: Australian Islamic Mission
This book records a significant and rare achievement – the building of a beautiful, modern, architect-designed place of worship.

Book Review: The Wall by John Lanchester
This dystopian novel pictures a future where England is protected by the ’National Coastal Defence Structure’ known as 'the Wall'.

ICYMI: this week's arts news in brief
Major Structural Change in the Arts Party announced, LPA's Chief Executive calls for halt on new festival licenses, Historic assets…

Artists campaign against discriminatory pay gap
The disability pay gap in the arts has widened to a staggering 42%. Now artists are calling for real change…

Review: TheatreiNQ’s The Weir
A change of pace for Townsville’s theatre company finds them in a warm and intimate space.

Ben Quilty on self-doubt and the toll of success
Artist Ben Quilty has long been a darling within collecting circles and the media for his championing of causes, but…

Review: Mighty, Bathurst Memorial Entertainment Centre
Mighty is an exceptional new drama developed by Adam Deusien in collaboration with Alison Plevey, and one of Australia’s most…

Artist takes over abandoned art deco mansion
Real estate is said to be all about location, but maybe it is all about the art? Melbourne artist Rone…