Cairns
Australian Festival of Chamber Music moving to Cairns in 2026
After 35 years, the AFCM is moving 347 kilometres north to Cairns, but not before its final edition in Townsville…
Futureproofing the next generation of arts workers in regional Australia means fixing the $50,000 degree problem
Emerging research from LabNorth points to a troubling pipeline problem: it is becoming increasingly difficult to source young, qualified arts…
Sharing stories and culture: Filipino and First Nations printmaking initiative takes off
Hosted by NorthSite in Gimuy/Cairns, ‘Linear Horizons’ aims to foster stronger intercultural connections through printmaking.
Shine on Gimuy returns to illuminate tropical city in 2024
Led by arts festival supremo Rhoda Roberts AO, Shine on Gimuy centres illuminated displays by First Nations creatives.
Charcoal exhibition united through art-making
Charcoal symbolises renewal, and a new exhibition explores the medium for Reconciliation Week.
Country Speaking at Indigenous art fair's 15th anniversary
The Cairns Indigenous Art Fair heralds its 15th year with anniversary celebrations unveiled.
The state of Indigenous art organisations in Gimuy/Cairns
The Indigenous art sector is facing a number of challenges, especially when skills development and skilled Indigenous personnel are at…
Attendance level underscores Indigenous art fair's social and economic impact
A new report on the performance of the 2023 Cairns Indigenous Art Fair unpacks its significance, and a new theme…
Embrace spontaneous encounters at tropical festival
The 60th Cairns Festival is a unique chance to catch Patricia Piccinini’s hot air balloons, music from classical to indie-pop,…
Circa expands into Cairns with new First Nations ensemble
The Brisbane-based circus company is expanding from Meanjin to the Gimuy Walabura Yidinii, Yirrganydji Country, with a new, First Nations-led…