Opinions & Analysis
How art intervenes in an emergency
An artistic inquiry into disaster preparedness is in its last days and David Pledger thinks it has much to tell…
An overnight comedy success after nine years work
Comedian Chris Ryan was as surprised as anyone to find herself nominated for best newcomer at this year’s Melbourne International…
Why we need to save the National Archives of Australia
Gutted by cuts and indifferent politics, one of Australia's most important collecting institutions is under threat. Historian Michelle Arrow tells…
Can technology help us empathise?
Technology doesn't have to a barrier to human connection; it can be harnessed to combat everything from mental health struggles…
Continued support for Tasmania’s arts sector
A reelected Gutwein Liberal Government will provide a 50% increase in operational funding for Tasmania’s cultural and creative organisations, says…
Beyond the horizon: a response to the Australia Council’s National Touring Scan
While welcomed, the National Performing Arts Touring Scan does not go far enough, argues Performing Lines CEO Marion Potts.
We need a national day for the arts (from the archives)
Australia has public holidays for agricultural shows, football finals and a horse race. Why don't the arts have a public…
Arts Minister criticised over funding speech citing arts as 'clubbish'
Addressing the Sydney Institute this week, Arts Minister Paul Fletcher outlined key reasons the government funds the arts, but stepped…
Are NFTs already on the nose?
Could the stratospheric rise of NFTs be on the turn? And has this tech folly damaged the value of the…
NFTs: The Pros and Cons
While the media has been full of opinions on NFTs and their recent stratospheric rise – we take a look…