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Sydney Biennale embraces the edges
With Nirin (edge) as its theme, Sydney Biennale 2020 has announced a diverse range of artists from around the globe.

NAVA recommends new charter of artist fees
From solo exhibitions to museum shows and public art commissions, NAVA has drafted a new charter of fees for artists…

The Production Company announces closure
In a further sign of the fragility of the arts ecology, a major non-profit announced its shock closure this week.

Island magazine defunding slammed
Tasmania’s most significant literary magazine is likely to fold after losing its major funder.

Who made the cut for the 2020 Adelaide Biennial
With the theme Monster Theatres, curator Leigh Robb has announced her line up for the 2020 Adelaide Biennial.

Bidding to be Australia's theatre capital in 2020
Australia’s two largest theatre companies launched their 2020 seasons last week with a hotly-anticipated co-production.

Applause: Latest awards and celebrations
Latest Australian Council grants and fellowships; Advance Arts Award; Ned Kelly winners, mentorships and more.

On the Move: A reshuffle for Create NSW, new Board for Perth Festival
New Board members for Perth Festival and MCA, a shake up at Create NSW, AIDC appoints new advisory committee and…

ICYMI: The week's top news in the arts
From exhibitions about BFF, contractors announced for Sydney Modern and Australian Museum, Feminist Writers Festival, and this week's opportunities.

How to Hold Space for your Actors
Originally trained as an actor, film director Kim Farrant shares deep wisdom about getting the best from performers.