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Vale: January saw the loss of heavyweights of arts patronage and artists
Vale Dame Marie Bashir, Michael Gleeson-White and Rob Hirst. We salute creatives and arts patrons who died this month.
Shepparton joins blockbuster cycle with Degas to Picasso exhibition
Not to be outdone, Shepparton Art Museum announces an international blockbuster to rival city venues.
Artists announced for Melbourne's major Laak Boorndap commissions
Public artworks by Brooke Wandin and Tarryn Love have been commissioned for Melbourne's new Laak Boorndap precinct.
Best opportunities, grants and awards for creatives: 2 to 8 February 2026
This week: Writing Australia announces new funding for authors, there's still time for Sydney Film Festival submissions, and more.
On the move: latest arts sector appointments
Your weekly round-up of Australian arts sector appointments.
Australia Day Honours 2026: celebrating those honoured for services to the arts
680 Australians from all walks of life were recognised today in the General Division of the Order of Australia, including…
Best opportunities, grants and awards for creatives: 26-31 January 2026
Keith Urban throws support behind the next country music star, major writers awards closing soon, and more.
Have your say in Australia’s first national survey into working conditions in the creative industries
The Creative Workplaces Survey is open now – and it could be a game-changer for the arts and culture sector.
Sydney Theatre Awards 2025: new Phar Lap musical and Belvoir's grief adaptation lead the winners' race
From a sassy indie smash-hit to a beautiful exploration of grief, here are the winners of the Sydney Theatre Awards 2025.
The future of games festival Freeplay is in doubt after major funding loss
Freeplay's organisers have confirmed the long-running festival lacks ongoing funds, and may cease after 2026.