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Opera Australia operating at a $10 million deficit
Opera Australia's latest announcement of significant financial losses is the latest in a long string of problems for the company.

High hopes for Aboriginal art in major New York auction
Sotheby’s is once again working with Tim Klingender Fine Art in what they hope will be another record-breaking auction featuring…

Creative hub for and co-designed by emerging artists now open
A new creative hub has welcomed its inaugural cohort, having previously engaged them in the process of designing their dream…

Miles Franklin Literary Award 2025 longlist announced
The prestigious Miles Franklin Literary Award longlist for 2025 features 10 diverse novels from across Australia.

Musical theatre favourite starring Tim Rogers, Brian Nankervis, Mick Thomas and more returns
The Victorian tour of Vandemonian Lags features stories of Tasmania's convict history.

Art world in shock after sudden death of 2026 Venice Biennale curator
The international art world is mourning the death of curator Koyo Kouoh, who was set to lead the 2026 Venice…

Support Act's Wellbeing Helpline is now open to all creative arts workers
A win for accessibility, developed with the help of Federal Government support via Creative Workplaces.

6000 voices urge the Victorian Government to save South Melbourne Town Hall
A letter signed by 6000 people calls for the Allan Labor Government to step in and restore the Victorian-era building.

What’s in the City of Melbourne’s draft Budget 2025-26 for the arts?
Firelight Festival and Now or Never will both return this year, plus investments in Melbourne Fashion Week and Melbourne International…

On the move: Latest arts sector appointments
Our weekly round-up of appointments and departures in the Australian arts sector.