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On the Move: latest appointments and resignations
New management for Chunky Move, Auckland Art Gallery, Govett Brewster, Castlemaine Art Gallery, top board positions filled, and more.

To those we lost in 2018, vale
We salute the lives and careers of the artists, performers and patrons who took their final curtain call in 2018.

The Big List: what made an impact in the visual arts in 2018
2018 was big: big blockbusters, big lobbying, big cock-ups and big shifts at the top end for the visual arts.

The National Gallery tells us why the Pre-Raphaelites are so 'now'
Rose-scented beer, a black comedy, boho chic and an exhibition song list are among the ways the NGA has given…

Mitchell Butel appointed as State Theatre Company SA’s new AD
Butel will commence in the role in March, receiving a one-month handover with outgoing Artistic Director Geordie Brookman.

Funding delays may force NSW organisations to close
With the results of Annual Program Funding for 2019 still not announced, several NSW organisations are looking at winding up…

Brisbane Festival poaches Bleach* Festival’s founder as new AD
Louise Bezzina will commence at Brisbane Festival in May, following the presentation of her final Bleach* Festival in April 2019.

Applause: Latest funding and awards announced
Shortlist for Victorian Premier's Literary Awards, Dromkeen Medal for Literature announced, and quarter finalists in prestigious NZ violin competition, and…

Federal Government commits $63.8 million to National Gallery of Australia
With the primary purpose being to build the nation’s collection, the Federal Government’s announcement today is a win for all…

On the Move: latest appointments and resignations
Changes at the helm for West Space, Sydney Film School, Bendigo Art Gallery, Royal Academy of Dance, National Museum, and…