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Sounding the right note for women composers
A new initiative designed to address the gender imbalance in Australian composition has been launched in Sydney.

Shifting the stigma of regional arts
Dubbo as host of the national ARTLANDS conference is a strong case for funding regional arts over the metropolitan fringe.

Backlash after musicians asked to work for free
A request for students to work for free on the TV show The Bachelor has sparked outraged over the rampant…

Government grant will establish a home for Bell Shakespeare
A $1 million grant has laid the foundations for new home for the company at Sydney's Pier 2/3.

Are coastlines the perfect venue for sculpture?
From heavy metal peril to recycled glassware, sculpture takes the stage this month stretching coastlines from Victoria to Western Australia,…

'The worst arts administration in 40 years'
National and international arts leader Michael Lynch has described the Federal Government's arts policy as a disgrace.

ArtsPeak calls for Government response to Senate Inquiry
The Federal Government has yet to respond to recommendations from the Senate Inquiry into the Brandis cuts.

SafARi: Biennale's unofficial fringe
An independent, emerging and underground arts festival offers an alternative voice to the Biennale of Sydney by piggy-backing on its…

Research reveals continuing gender bias
Three major reports, on gender representation in the arts, the pay gap, and treatment of women in the workforce make…

Chance to make the coldest art on earth
The Australian Antarctic Division is making room for artists, creatives and educators to travel to Antarctica and share their vision.