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What does new NZ government mean for creativity?
The Big Idea asks creative leaders how Aotearoa's political shift to the right could impact arts, culture and heritage –…

On the move: latest sector appointments
New arts sector appointments at The Australian Ballet, Hazelhurst Arts Centre, ACMI and more.

Red Stitch launches 24-hour theatre lock-in to raise funds for 2024
Red Stitch Actors' Theatre is inviting the community into the rehearsal space in December, for a marathon live play-reading as…

Knowledge sharing through Asian Australian studies
The Asian Australian Studies Research Network will present its biennial identities conference as part of this year’s OzAsia festival.

Runt: Craig Silvey’s novel heads for the big screen
Jai Courtney, Celeste Barber and Deborah Mailman are among the cast for the forthcoming Australian film.

Butoh – the art of darkness, movement and now … food
A dance form originating from the desire to interrogate the darker side of humanity, butoh continues to evolve ... now…

Hermannsburg School seen in a new light
From the so-called 'chocolate box' painting, which led to an appreciation of Aboriginal art, to a dynamic contemporary art style…

This week's arts news and trending topics
What's in the headlines and what arts news people are talking about this week.

Opportunities and awards
Major $300,000 commission calling for artists, HOTA ArtKeeper returns, plus winners of Patrick White Literary Award and Artspace studio artists…

ACMI announces new programs for teachers and students for 2024
Amping up the digital literacy and creativity of students and teachers is a key focus for the national museum for…