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APRA Music Awards 2025 celebrate Kylie Minogue and Australian talent
The APRA Music Awards featured Australia's best and brightest music talent, along with recognition of several breakthrough artists.

Making history: Sarah Snook and Dorian Gray sweep through Tony Award nominations
In a history-making moment, Sydney Theatre Company's production of 'The Picture of Dorian Gray' has received six nominations at this…

Votes open for favourite classical piano pieces
The ABC Classic 100 in concert is now open for public nominations.

Make your next regional trip the basis for better living
Explore ideas for better living at Bundanon's Make Good Festival, 17-18 May in Shoalhaven, regional NSW.

Arts news watch: this week's trending topics
We report it – you read it. Keep your eye on this week's top arts news stories.

A telling snapshot from inside the music industry
Summarising the VMDO's latest research to help you wrap your head around current challenges in the music sector.

2025 Archibald finalists announced: conversation with curator Beatrice Gralton
This is the curator's first time delivering the finalist exhibition for three of Australia's most prestigious and best loved prizes.

One day to catch 2 exhibitions of Tasmanian design
16 designers are showcasing their works in ‘Tasmanian Makes 25’, but there’s only one day to catch them all.

World Press Photo winner and finalists focus on war and climate change
The annual World Press Photo competition draws tens of thousands of entries from around the world, with this year's winners…

Pakistani sensation behind ‘BLOCKBUSTER’ arriving in Melbourne for free concert
Experience the joy that made 'BLOCKBUSTER' viral at a free concert on 7 June as part of RISING.