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Bald Archy Prize announces 2025 finalists with Raygun as prominent figure
Running for almost 30 years, the ultra-accessible Bald Archy Prize is judged by a cockatoo.

La Boite Theatre celebrates a century with a bold new take on 'Macbeth'
Coinciding with International Women's Day, the new version of 'Macbeth' centres on the narrative of the witches.

On the move: latest arts sector appointments
Our weekly round-up of Australian arts sector appointments from around the country – now published every Tuesday.

Opportunities and awards
Fringe commissions, literary travel fund, plus CAT Studio Residents announced, plus finalists of Siliceous Award for Ceramic Excellence.

APY Art Centre Collective vindicated, but calls for wider sector inquiry
APY Art Centre Collective has been cleared of any wrongdoing via creative interference, but says the two-year ordeal demonstrates a…

Where to see Patricia Piccinini's Skywhales in 2025
The second national tour of Patricia Piccinini’s incredible Skywhale balloons, has been announced.

Who is representing Australia at the 2026 Venice Biennale?
Artist Khaled Sabsabi and curator Michael Dagostino will take charge of the Australian Pavilion at the 2026 Venice Biennale.

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

Northern Territory artists shine at Charles Darwin University
The institution has launched a new gallery in the heart of the city to showcase the region's artists.

New galleries for Bruny Island and Caboolture
Bruny Island in Tasmania and Bribie Island in Southeast Queensland, add to the tourism offering with new galleries.