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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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News

10 upcoming photography festivals across Australia and Asia

Photography is trending globally – from collectors to content creators. We look at what’s hot, and where to see it.

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News

Vale Uncle Noel Tovey AM: Indigenous champion of gay rights

Tovey is remembered for his spirit, courage and creativity, and as a courageous elder with a sly wit.

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Dial M for Murder review: dial NQ for not quite

A new adaptation of Frederick Nott's 1952 play Dial M for Murder at Melbourne's Theatre Works feels like a missed…

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PHANTASM review: four dancers explore reality and beyond

Melanie Lane fights reality in PHANTASM, a new full-length work commissioned by Chunky Move.

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The Orchard review: Pony's Cam's radical interpretation of Chekov classic at the Malthouse

In The Orchard Chekov’s classic play is deconstructed as the jumping-off point for a smart, uncompromising rant against our dehumanised…

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In The Heights review: Lin-Manuel Miranda will have you dancing in your seat

In The Heights, by the theatrical force behind Hamilton, pulses with heritage and history.

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Songs for a New World review: talent aplenty at Chapel off Chapel

With a large cast, Songs for a New World showcases the talents of songwriter Jason Robert Brown.

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Features

Best free exhibitions in Australia August 2025 – guide

From PICA’s Hatched Graduate show to 20 years of Modern art in Queensland, discover the best free exhibitions in Australia…

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Miss Julie review: Strinberg in modern dress at fortyfivedownstairs

A modern interpretation of Miss Julie is still shocking and relevant.

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