Writing and Publishing

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.

Arts Funding: Why It's Unwise to Cut Off Your Arm
Principles of arms-length funding are being sacrificed to a 'trickle down' approach the Federal Government would not countenance in other…

A budget without a policy is directionless
Two entirely separate funding entities disbursing the same combined pot cannot be adding to ‘efficiencies’ so what is the Government…

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.

Budget 2015: What the AusCo cuts mean for you
The principles of independent arts funding are under threat as the Budget foreshadows the greatest shake up since the Australia…

The reality of residency
Residencies are the stuff of dreams but when you actually get there the practicalities of a different environment cut in.

What the arts can learn from Silicon Valley
While the arts sector faces challenges to secure funding and capture audiences in the digital age, the leading hub for…

MSO bounces back with surplus of almost $300,000
A boost in ticket sales, sponsorship, and donations and a tight control on costs has seen MSO spring back from…