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New Minister, authors share doubts about Book Council
New Minister for the Arts Senator Fifield has already expressed doubts about the plans for a Book Council. He may…
Multicultural programing beyond the ‘box tick’
The way we engage and exhibit multicultural communities has changed over the 21-year history of Casula Powerhouse, which serves Australia's…
Liberal MP prefers Shakespeare sans Bottom
An artwork inspired by Macbeth’s witches has been dubbed ‘appalling’ by the Member for Hughes, Craig Kelly. The result is…
Moneybag: latest money news
Nominations now open for Australia Council Awards
Unveiled: latest program announcements
Matilda for Melbourne, Mofo 2016, Homeground, Big West reveals its full program, and a new ballet series for children.
Increased funding for Melbourne artists
Outstanding grant applications propels City of Melbourne to increase its funding, with $1 million allocated to individual artists and organisations.
Adelaide proves it's still the festival city
Adelaide is the only Australian city to be invited to join the inaugural International Festivals City Network.
New arts advocacy body formed in Queensland
Major organisations, independent artists and the small to medium sector have joined forces to create a new advocacy group.
State Ministers pressure Fifield to reverse Australia Council cuts
A meeting of Australia’s state and federal arts ministers in Mildura last week holds out hope for a beleaguered Australia…
Cultural precinct site sold off for tax office
The Central Coast community of Gosford is furious that part of a promised cultural precinct has been replaced by commercial…