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Queensland announces $8M relief fund for coronavirus arts emergency
Rent relief for Arts Queensland tenants and a 12-month extension of current funding for organisations are among the measures announced…

COVID-19 stops Sydney Film Festival
Here is the message from Chair Deanne Weir, CEO Leigh Small and Festival Director Nashen Moodley.

ICYMI: The week's top news in the arts
Positive art news, from a new major monograph on women artists to operatic modelling research, matched funding for bushfires and…

The future of storytelling is collaborative
Breaking down the barriers between subjects and producers, and empowering communities to control their own stories, the Beyond the Box…

Minister meets arts leaders to plan coronavirus approach
The Hon Paul Fletcher met with arts leaders today to discuss how to support the industry as COVID-19 closes cultural…

Applause: Latest funding and awards announced
Winner of 2020 Clancy Prize announced, Griffin Theatre shortlists emerging practitioners, Winner of Kier Choreographic Award announced, plus more awards.

Festivals and events cancelled across the country
As Victoria declares a state of emergency, festivals and organisations across the nation are cancelling and postponing their programming –…

On the Move: Latest sector appointments and departures
New appointments at Performing Lines, APAM, Brisbane Open House and more.

ICYMI: The week's top news in the arts
Plans for Fed Square, new Blak Design initiative, actors with disability in conversation, the first trans love story on stage,…

No laughing matter: how COVID-19 is disrupting arts touring
Independent company Bunk Puppets is facing losses of tens of thousands of dollars after having to cancel upcoming international tours…