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Brandis: AusCo perceived as 'iron wall'
The Minister for the Arts has disclosed more details behind the new Programme for Excellence in the Arts and his…

Tax-deductible art? Yes!
Small businesses may be able to buy art tax-free under the depreciation scheme announced in last week's Budget.

Australia Council puts grants on hold following budget cuts
Timelines for the implementation of the new Six Year Funding for Organisations model are now uncertain.

Kudos: Amnesty and UNESCO recognise the arts
Joan Baez, Melbourne’s and NSW Literary community are saluted this week, plus Miles Franklin shortlist and NAS Fellows announced.

Unveiled: latest program announcements
A children’s classic comes to the stage, a David Bowie symposium, Indigenous video art, and more.

Permanent open house makes private collection public
Charles and Leah Justin's new house won't just be a private home but also a museum where visitors can see…

The secrets to surviving the commercial gallery sector
While real estate has soared, top end prices for art works have remained relatively consistent so how has Gould survived…

Shermans show AGNSW how to Go East
The Gene and Brian Sherman Contemporary Asian Collection is unveiled across two venues, with the surprise announcement of two major…

WA budget a sombre affair for the arts
Funding for regional development and a new museum are the only bright spots in the Barnett government’s 2015-16 budget.

Jazz festival fights on despite core funding loss
Despite having had its funding axed by Queensland’s now-ousted Newman Government, the festival is fighting on.