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Is the creative state crumbling? Defunded arts organisations fear the answer is yes

Eight successful arts organisations have suddenly been defunded, while others have only been funded for two years instead of four,…

From left, Ben Prendergast, Ngaire Dawn Fair, Emily Goddard and John Leary in Kid Stakes, performed by Red Stitch Actors' Theatre as part of The Doll Trilogy. Photo: Chris Parker.
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The Doll Trilogy review: Red Stitch makes a marathon feel like a sprint

My word, she’ll be right… Ray Lawler’s pioneering The Doll Trilogy still makes for a stimulating day (and night) in…

Victorian Minister for Creative Industries Colin Brooks MP. Image: Supplied.
Opinions & Analysis

Victoria’s Creative Industries Minister responds to arts funding debate: building a creative sector for all Victorians

Victoria’s Minister for Creative Industries Colin Brooks says the commentary over the recent round of Victorian Government funding to creative…

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Shepparton joins blockbuster cycle with Degas to Picasso exhibition

Not to be outdone, Shepparton Art Museum announces an international blockbuster to rival city venues.

Amplified at Belvoir St Theatre. Photo: Brett Boardman.
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Amplified review: the exquisite rock and rage of Chrissy Amphlett

Belvoir St Theatre's Amplified is a tribute to an enigmatic and exceptional icon of rock.

From left, shortlisted writers in The Furphy Literary Awards 2025 Amy Montague (third place), Jorgia Hamilton, Kym Tyzack, Serena Moss (winner), Emma Westwood and Damien O'Donnell. Image: The Furphy Literary Award.
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The Furphy Anthology 2025 review: celebrating emerging Australian writing

The Furphy Anthology gathers the best short stories from almost 800 entries to this year's Furphy Literary Award.

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On the move: latest arts sector appointments

Your weekly round-up of Australian arts sector appointments.

Fallout from the Bendigo Writers Festival continues. Image: Kristina Flour on Unsplash.
Opinions & Analysis

Bendigo Writers Festival: when risk management becomes censorship

The unfortunate situation at Bendigo Writers Festival over the weekend is yet another example of cultural leadership failure.

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Opinions & Analysis

Bendigo Writers Festival 2025: why we cancelled our panel

33 writers have cancelled their appearances at Bendigo Writers Festival in protest over a last-minute request to sign a ‘self-censoring’…

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Port Fairy Folk Festival 2026 line-up first announcements

Before its landmark anniversary in 2027, PFFF has announced the first line-up of acts for the Labour Day weekend in…

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