Australia

$889,225 earmarked for 68 projects across regional Australia
Almost a quarter of funded projects will engage Indigenous Australians; young people are also major beneficiaries.

Mario
Blake Bowden gives a riveting performance that sets the theatre alight and has all the audience swooning.

Seaside community finds a creative voice
Artists from all walks of life can find inspiration in the greater Byron Bay region.

When art follows the road less travelled
A new Byron Bay arts consultancy will support the local arts community.

Music fest helps young people tune into their careers
Mullum Music Festival is launching a new initiative promoting career development for young people in the Byron Bay region.

Homespun talent among Byron Bay rich pickings
Local artists Valley Lipcer and Andy Forbes bring works to life for Splendour Arts.

Why the arts capture the spirit of Byron Bay
Behind Byron Bay's stunning beaches is a thrilling artistic and cultural community.

Real men vote - and win... the Archibald Packing Room Prize
Some argue the gallery’s storemen are the best critics. Today they announced their pick for the Archibald amid the building…

South Australian painter breaks ground
The winner of the 2015 Breaking Ground visual arts professional development award has been announced.

Sydney moves to make history
Sydney Dance Company Artistic Director Rafael Bonachela has choreographed a dance for 6,000 for international Big Dance.