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Funding offers a sprinkling of hope for visual arts sector
From artist run initiatives to arts publications, a host of arts and craft organisations will share in $18 million over…

Young musician wins Australian achiever award
A young saxophonist has joined Kylie Minogue and Sir Charles Mackerras in taking out a UK award which recognises Australian…

Controversial arts figures named in Australia Day Honours
Some of Australia’s more iconoclastic arts figures are among those honoured in this year’s Australia Day honours list.

On the Move: latest appointments and resignations
Mikala Dwyer to curate 20th annual Redlands Konica Minolta Art Prize.

Philanthropy supports Malthouse Theatre initiatives
Opportunities for independent artists, including residencies and placements, are being presented with the aid of philanthropic partners.

On the Move: latest appointments and resignations
A new gallery director, a key television arts appointment, a conductor and new faces on Creative Partnerships Board are among…

Touring exhibitions receive $1.6 million funding
The Federal Government's Visions of Australia program will enable seven exhibitions to visit 76 venues across Australia.

2015 Sidney Myer Performing Arts Award-winners announced
Two Tasmanian festivals, an Indigenous artist, and an art facilitator have shared $175,000 in prize money.

Minister moots new specialist high school for art
The Federal Minister for the Arts will investigate opening a new specialist secondary school, as part of a push to…

International scholarship will aid inclusion
A $20,000 scholarship will enable a community engage manager to research accessibility and inclusion in Europe and the US.