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The artist population of Greater Sydney is shrinking – and becoming less culturally diverse
The artist population fell in all areas of Sydney. And a new survey suggests things are probably getting worse.
The Venice Biennale jury has resigned, proving art institutions can't remain apolitical
The Venice Biennale's latest woes mark the unravelling of a long-standing fiction: that art institutions can remain separate from politics.
Should arts leaders have time limits on their tenures?
A recent spike in departure announcements from long-serving Australian arts leaders prompts the question: how long is too long at…
These music festivals are thriving – here's what they're doing right
While the big music festivals are struggling, these smaller community events are drawing loyal audiences.
How the Australian Cultural Fund is helping artists and organisations unlock EOFY fundraising
From grassroots projects to major festivals, the Australian Cultural Fund is changing the game for arts fundraising.
Dungeons & Damper is a new Indigenous-led D&D experience set for Vivid 2026
Dungeons & Damper: Inside the D20 aims to inspire players to reach for a brighter future.
5 shows to catch at Adelaide Cabaret Festival
'Anything goes, anything can happen' in cabaret, according to Adelaide Cabaret Festival Executive Producer Isobel Marmion.
Why young people are turning back to DVDs, Blu-Rays, vinyl and other physical media
In a world governed by the internet, the value of physical media offers something irreplaceable.
How AI poetry betrays our desire for human connection
Think you can tell the difference between Emily Dickinson and AI poetry?
Vale David Malouf, a writer of wisdom, grace and generosity
David Malouf will be a remembered as a writer of wisdom, grace and generosity, and for the richness of his…