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ICYMI: The week's top news in the arts
Dark Mofo on hold for ticket release, Margaret River Open Studio hits new record, David Roche Museum celebrates anniversary, QSO…

News in Brief: What Melbourne's lockdown means for screens
Plus a round-up of all the week's news and reviews from the world of Australian film, television and games.

How Melbourne’s latest restrictions leave the arts exposed
Major events continue to cancel as Victoria enters its fourth COVID-19 lockdown - but what does this mean for the…

What Melbourne's lockdown means for the arts sector
Another blow for Victorian arts organisations as a 7-day snap lockdown closes doors again, just as events were returning.

Australia Council announces $2.4M recovery investment
39 arts organisations and individuals have received Re-imagine funding specifically targeted at sector recovery, ranging from digitisation projects, mentoring programs…

Opportunities and Awards: The Next Chapter, Ravenswood Prize and more
China residencies announced, The Next Chapter calling writers, Ravenswood Women Arts Prize winner, black&write! Fellowships announced, Writing NSW mentorship, plus…

Reconciliation Week: 28 ways to play our part
From Truth Talking and keynote talks to kids' workshops, First Nations Arts Awards, exhibitions and First Nations theatre - we…

Rising festival opens despite COVID concerns
Amid renewed COVID restrictions, Melbourne’s Rising Festival is a beacon of hope for restarted arts events with its organisers feeling…

Vivid Sydney unveils its 2021 program
Vivid Sydney 2021 has announced more than 200 events celebrating the Harbour City.

Six new art galleries open in pandemic optimism
The art market has come out of COVID better than first expected, with many dealers using it as a catalyst…