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The State Library of Queensland has rescinded an awarded Fellowship for author Karen Wyld. Image: supplied.
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State Library of Queensland withdraws $15,000 Fellowship from First Nations writer over Gaza post

Fellowship cancellation by State Library of Queensland raises questions about artistic freedom, political interference and the future of First Nations…

Two female-presenting actresses with dark hair in dark maid costumes stand stoically behind a blonde, female-presenting actor who wears a dress in a light-coloured fabric.
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Philosophy, pleasure and pain: Genet's The Maids at The Street Theatre

Caroline Stacey explains why she has chosen UK playwright Martin Crimp's translation of 'The Maids' for Canberra audiences.

Guy Sebastian and a diverse range of talent will take to the stage for Darwin Festival, 2025. Image: supplied.
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Darwin Festival 2025 announces Guy Sebastian and L.A.B as opening acts

Two nights of music will launch this year’s Darwin Festival, with a mix of national and international names and Territory…

A paper cut artwork of a red chrysanthemum inside a white cage.
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Hand-cut papers map out intricate Japanese-Australian histories in Townsville

Artist Elysha Rei hopes to create an emotional reaction to a lesser known history of Japanese migrant workers.

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Immersive VR wonderland: Bubble Planet Experience Sydney prepares to touch down

Explore an enormous bubble bath ball pit, a glowing undersea LED room and a fully immersive VR room at Bubble…

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Art Basel sets its eyes on the Middle East with new fair in 2026

As established markets decline, Art Basel seeks new wealth – and new talent.

Mr Squiggle, puppet with a pencil as a nose, and a black board with a sad expression.
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Mr Squiggle and K-pop megastars heading to Canberra in 2 new exhibitions

What do Mr Squiggle – a famous puppet – and Korean pop culture have in common?

Artists from across the country will gather in Sydney for the National Indigenous Art Fair in July. The photo shows a woman looking through a stack of unframed Indigenous paintings on linen; more Indigenous artworks hang behind her.
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Remote artists to gather in Sydney for 2025 National Indigenous Art Fair

The National Indigenous Art Fair brings First Nations artists from across the continent together on Gadigal Land in July.

Under Michael Zavros' curatorial eye, BLEACH* Festival arrives at the Gold Coast later this year. Three people and a horse stand on a Gold Coast beach, smiling at the camera.
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BLEACH* 2025 unveils new vision under guest artistic director Michael Zavros

Gold Coast’s contemporary arts festival BLEACH* announces world premieres, national artists and new venues.

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Opportunities and awards

New jewellery prize and songwriter awards, plus winners of humour writing, and more!

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