Australia

Our New Gods by Thomas Vowles review: a sexy queer debut novel set in Melbourne
Our New Gods moves what could have been a predictable coming-of-age story in an exciting new direction.

Best new poetry books September 2025
Discover the best new poetry collections published in 2025 with this guide.

Undercover Artist Festival: meet the stars and crew who bring it to life
In its tenth year, the Undercover Artist Festival continues to showcase performers with a disability – and wow audiences.

Artbank On Display review: 45 years worth celebrating
More showroom than exhibition, 'On Display' offers a glimpse into the calibre of Artbank’s collection and is testament to its…

Australian arts students unable to get US visas for study exchange
Four Bachelor of Arts (Dance) students at WAAPA have had to cancel their U.S. study exchange plans due to the…

Junction Arts Festival's 2025 program celebrates Launceston culture
Celebrating Launceston-based companies and artists, Junction also draws in mainland performers and musicians from across Tasmania.

Best new non-fiction books September 2025
Your guide to the best new non-fiction published in September 2025.

Best new fiction books September 2025
Your guide to the best new fiction published in September 2025.

PAC Australia’s IMPACT Awards: 8 winners announced
PAC Australia’s annual performing arts awards recognise national impact, arts leadership and excellence.

My Brilliant Career: MTC announces encore season of original musical in 2026
The critically acclaimed musical theatre adaptation of Miles Franklin’s My Brilliant Career returns to the MTC in 2026.