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'I really want to ground ADT on Kaurna Country.' Daniel Riley on taking the reins
Wiradjuri man Daniel Riley will be the sixth Artistic Director of Australian Dance Theatre in 56 years, and the first…

How portraiture has changed (or not) in 100 years
On the occasion of the Archibald Prize turning 100, we look at what that history means to contemporary making, drawing…

Hetti Perkin's 4th Indigenous Triennial encourages everyday ceremony
ArtsHub speaks with Aboriginal curator Hetti Perkins about the 35 artists shaping the next Indigenous Triennial and how ceremony is…

15 years of amplifying Tasmanian voices
Established in 2006, Tasmania Performs remains agile and responsive, and dedicated to developing Tasmanian artists and showcasing their stories to…

The illuminating ‘Dark Side’ of mental health, as artists see it
A new exhibition and suite of programs across the Edith Cowan University and the National Art School pool thinking and…

Exit Interview: Dr Wendy Were, Director Advocacy and Development, Australia Council
From international engagement strategies to showing how Australian's value culture, Wendy Were has ushered in new research for change -…

Growing up with trees: new books use story and science to connect kids with nature
Professor Kathryn Williams takes a look at a recent trend in children's literature – trees.

Q&A Richard Bell: Art and activism 30 years on
On the eve of his survey exhibition at the MCA – opening on Mabo Day – ArtsHub speaks with agitator…

Distinguished public figures but only one politician in a telling 2021 Archibald shortlist
If the Archibald reflects who Australians value and honour, the lack of politicians as subjects among this year's finalists is…

Digital is here to stay: how funders can support artists in the post-COVID landscape
With snap lockdowns and hybrid events part of the new normal Dr Jackie Bailey sees an opportunity for the creative…