Opinions & Analysis

More women as Chairs required to fix arts gender problem
If the present demographic of arts leadership is to change, then gender equity at every level needs to be addressed.

How to improve your employability
In the era of the gig economy, one of the core skills all artists and arts workers need to master…

Data shows that people trust museums more than newspapers
An American study shows that in our climate of fake news and hyped media cycles, stability and trust is found…

Ending the street fight
This week’s Meeting of Cultural Ministers has the opportunity to be ambitious and end the fight between sectors and art…

Why Fringe Festivals are the centre point of our culture
Recent events may have left some artists questioning the validity of the Fringe model. Simon Abrahams, Creative Director/CEO of Melbourne…

When the nation’s best vision is no vision at all
No budget cuts to Australia Council funding isn't good news.

'Tampergate' – lessons for arts boards and managers
The leadership of any organisation in sport, the arts or the corporate world must have a clear understanding of its…

'Blackfellas should run galleries'
Artist Vernon Ah Kee believes there is an endemic problem that sits core to our galleries and the way we…

NAVA Executive Director criticises recent NSW arts summit
Esther Anatolitis offers a fiery response to a missed opportunity, saying the Arts2025 summit spiralled to a point where all…

Can the arts and Medical Humanities prevent burn out?
Art can be considered a solution to burnout, due to the therapeutic capabilities art offers those who engage with it.