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Nathan Beard, Mae Khong, 2026, detail. Courtesy: the artist.
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Nathan Beard wins National Photographic Portrait Prize for intimate study of ageing

The National Photographic Portrait Prize is now open at the National Portrait Gallery in Canberra.

Matilda the Musical returns in 2027. Pictured: Matilda Int. Tour 2023. Photo: Hanan Assor.
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Matilda the Musical is returning to Australia in 2027

More than one million Australians saw it the first time around. Now Matilda The Musical is back, with Tim Minchin's…

NAVA's Penelope Benton and Leya Reid outside the Fair Work Commission for the Case Management Hearing for Variation on the Commission’s own initiative – Amusement, Events and Recreation Award 2020 (AM2024/37), 2025. Photo: Supplied / NAVA.
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‘A stronger legal safety net’: Fair Work proposes clearer recognition for arts workers

NAVA welcomes proposed changes to a federal award while warning that minimum rates still fall short for skilled arts workers.

Powerhouse Parramatta will open in November 2026. Photo: Powerhouse Studio.
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The countdown is on – Powerhouse Parramatta sets opening date, reveals a taste of first exhibitions

The landmark $915 million museum will open 7 November with an exhibition exploring the history of shopping malls.

Cass Mortimer Eipper and Charmene Yap are the new Co-Artistic Directors of Co3. Photo: Bonnie Hansen.
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On the move: latest arts sector appointments

This week, Co3 announces the company's new Artistic Directors, and Tropfest appoints a new Executive Director.

performing arts cost increases: a photo of a theatre's empty stage showing a ladder against its back wall and some equipment items at the back of the stage.
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Which cost increases are hitting performing arts companies hardest?

It’s tough times for many across the nation right now, including Australia's performing arts companies.

TNC Australia names artist Ben Quilty as first Ambassador. Photo: Supplied.
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Ben Quilty named first Ambassador for The Nature Conservancy Australia

Acclaimed painter Ben Quilty is putting his art and influence to work to defend the natural world.

Louise Herron is departing the Sydney Opera House. Photo: Daniel Boud.
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On the move: latest arts sector appointments

The Sydney Opera House is looking to appoint a new CEO after the departure of Louise Herron.

A fire destroyed Belvoir's workshop, but not the company's spirit. Photo: Supplied/Belvoir St Theatre.
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'So much more than a workshop': Belvoir St Theatre's devastating storage fire

Days out from opening night, fire destroyed Belvoir's workshop. A remarkable community ensured the show would go on.

Amy Flannery. Photo: Teeclick.
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Applause: arts prize winners and successes

This month, ArtsHub applauds the winners a $100,000 painting prize, an emerging art award, and more.

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