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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.

Local talent program supports alt-rock, interrogates conspiracies and opens up shared spaces
Merrigong Theatre Company announces the 2025 MERRIGONGX Artists' Program with an eccentric line-up.

NORPA launches fundraising campaign to buy and create flood-resistant new Lismore home
The Joinery aims to become a flood-resilient cultural hub for the Northern Rivers region’s performing arts sector.

COMA's new flagship home opens among buzzing crowd
With guests spilling out onto the streets at its opening, COMA is positioning itself for a new chapter.

Celebrating anniversaries in 2025: the first wave of announcements
Visual arts organisations celebrating milestone anniversaries in 2025.

Opportunities and awards
Grants open for applications, plus winners of GradFoto award, finalists of National Designer Award and National Graduate Showcase, and more!