National

East coast companies dominate 2016 Helpmann nominations
Only a smattering of works from SA and WA have been nominated, and none from the NT, while Matilda the…

On the move: latest appointments and resignations
A new principal artist at The Australian Ballet, new board members for the Wheeler Centre, and a new AD at…

PM flubs arts question on Q&A
Malcolm Turnbull struggled with the facts when asked about arts funding on Monday night.

When politics is performance art
Artists have seen their craft distorted by politicians. Now it’s time to fight back.

Preventing overwork in the arts
We need to get over the sense that normal rules don't apply in the arts and structure the work so…

How to say no when asked to work for free
You know exposure doesn't pay the bills but how do you navigate those awkward exchanges where no one mentions money?

Inspire60: Wesley Enoch
VIDEO: Sydney Festival director Wesley Enoch shares what inspires him in difficult times.

So you want to be a designer?
Industry secrets from an experienced practitioner.

25 no-nonsense habits for creatives
Can habits really improve our creativity? No-nonsense approaches to dealing with procrastination and self-doubt by writers prove useful for all…

Self-care advice for writers
Writers share self care tips and advice on dealing with the precarious incomes, isolation, burnout and self-doubt.