Obituary

Vale philanthropist Brian Sherman
Philanthropist, animal activist, art collector … and an incredible entrepreneurial mind, Brian Sherman has died aged 79.

Vale Jack Charles
The Aboriginal actor, storyteller, activist and elder Jack Charles has died.

Vale Shirley McKechnie
Professor Shirley McKechnie was one of the most influential artists and educators Australia has produced.

Vale gallerist Conny Dietzschold
Described as a brave dealer who championed conceptual art, she created an even playing field for Australian artists alongside international…

Vale Professor Virginia Spate
One of Australia's most respected art historians has died aged 85.

Olivia Newton-John remembered: an icon of screen and music
She was a rare performer who found success exploring many facets of her talent, writes Catherine Strong.

Vale Graham Oldroyd
With a passion for a global history of ceramics, Graham Oldroyd leaves a legacy from teaching to production to architectural…

Vale the great songman Archie Roach
Archie Roach gave voice, a story, to the experiences of so many Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, writes Bhiamie…

Vale Peter Brook, an ever innovative director
Paul Rae explores the enduring but complex legacy of British theatre director Peter Brook, who died on Saturday, aged 97.

Vale painter Ms D Yunupiŋu, mother of the Rirratjiŋu nation
The Yirrkala community lost a bold and individual talent with the passing of Ms D. Yunupiŋu.