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Australian literary festivals in 2025
What bookish festivals are happening across the country this year?
Melbourne Rare Book Week returns
The annual festival showcases an array of events that highlight rare books, first editions and historical artefacts from around the…
Man Ray and Max Dupain exhibition coming to Heide
Man Ray’s influence on Max Dupain – and the significant roles their respective partners, Lee Miller and Olive Cotton played…
Beethoven’s ‘Emperor’ crowned Australia’s favourite piano piece
The ABC Classic 100: Piano countdown sees Beethoven and Chopin dominate, with a record number of female and living composers…
Sydney’s new landmark sculpture is a First Nations woman rising out of water
A part woman, part whale figure that represents Country will be situated in Sydney’s central district in 2026.
Historic Tony wins for Australians Sarah Snook and more on Broadway
Actor Sarah Snook and designer Marg Horwell shine as Australia celebrates multiple Tony Award victories.
On the move: latest art sector appointments
ArtsHub’s weekly round-up of Australian arts sector comings and goings across the country.
King's Birthday Honours List 2025
A beloved broadcaster and columnist, a Nobel Prize-winning author and Australia's highest-profile filmmaking couple are among this year's honourees.
Opportunities and awards
Fisher’s Ghost Art Award open for entries, city council funding available, plus winner of the Fogarty Literary Award in WA…
Arts news watch: this week’s trending topics
We report it – you read it. This week: the story behind this year’s Vivid centrepiece, a massive 3D tapestry,…