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Biennale of Sydney 2026 prompted by forgotten histories
The first 37 artists participating in Biennale of Sydney 2026 represent rich diasporic voices that will explore “the hidden effects…

Liverpool Powerhouse launches new identity for Western Sydney arts
Rebrand of Casula Performing Arts Centre to Liverpool Powerhouse signals a new cultural vision for the region.

Opportunities and awards
Commission opportunities in Perth and Victoria, plus 2025 NAS Fellows and Griffin Award winners announced.

On the move: latest arts sector appointments
Our weekly round-up of appointments and departures in the Australian arts sector.

QLD literary judges resign over KA Ren Wyld Fellowship cancellation
The fallout from the decision to rescind Wyld's black&write! Fellowship continues apace.

Propel Youth Arts WA announces closure, blames policy failure
Propel Youth Arts, the peak youth arts body for WA, will shut down after more than 20 years, citing WA…

Arts news watch: this week’s trending topics
We report it – you read it. This week: thriving regional arts, a thriving regional micro-arts business, ‘Beetlejuice the Musical’…

Michelle de Kretser wins the 2025 Stella Prize
Michelle de Kretser has won this year's Stella prize for her 7th novel, 'Theory & Practice.'

Visiting Creatives Program brings Jeff Koons and Jeffrey Gibson to town
The US artists will be in Canberra this year to present public talks and help bring recognition to Australian art.

Bendigo Art Gallery prepares for $45 million redevelopment
The Bendigo Art Gallery will close for two years as expansion and infrastructure upgrades begin in 2026