Australia
Craig Silvey has pleaded guilty to child exploitation – what do we do with his books?
Silvey is yet to be sentenced – but what we do with his books will be decided outside the court…
Happy 100th birthday, David Attenborough
Sir David Attenborough has given us all the gift of sharing the world with him.
Drafting the next national cultural policy: 6 critical strategies for our sector
As the Australian Government updates the Revive National Cultural Policy, Kate Larsen argues the new version needs to walk the…
Atong Atem readies for her first major survey exhibition at NGV
Atong Atem's vibrant photographic practice will come into sharp focus in Melbourne this October.
The artist population of Greater Sydney is shrinking – and becoming less culturally diverse
The artist population fell in all areas of Sydney. And a new survey suggests things are probably getting worse.
Audible Edge review: a 'sublimely curated' festival of exploratory music
From throat singers to soap operas, this year's Audible Edge festival in Perth delivered more than a few surprises.
Should arts leaders have time limits on their tenures?
A recent spike in departure announcements from long-serving Australian arts leaders prompts the question: how long is too long at…
These music festivals are thriving – here's what they're doing right
While the big music festivals are struggling, these smaller community events are drawing loyal audiences.
Victoria’s new Creative Industries Minister must reverse arts cuts
Victoria's Shadow Minister for Arts and Creative Industries, the Hon David Davis MP, says the state’s new Creative Industries Minister…
On the move: latest arts sector appointments
This week’s round-up of Australian arts sector appointments includes a dancer’s promotion at The Australian Ballet, a newly created position…