Policy
Arts Minister Brandis' first speech
As Minister for the Arts Senator Brandis says he has a responsibility to raise awareness of the worth of Australian…
Queensland's Super Star fund brings Ballet coup
An iconic British ballet will be the first opportunity brought by the Newman Government's Super Star fund.
Newcastle Art Gallery forced to downgrade
Director of Newcastle Art Gallery Ron Ramsey could be the latest casualty in a new round of Council cost-cutting.
Wangaratta Jazz Festival plays on despite Council crisis
The Wangaratta Jazz Festival has received guaranteed funding, circumventing dependence on a sacked Council.
Sculpture by the Sea goes country
A regional NSW council will receive up to $20,000 to purchase a piece from Sculpture by the Sea.
Multicultural Arts Victoria receives $350,000 bequest
Young and emerging artists from refugee backgrounds will benefit from the generous donation.
Busy Brandis faces a balancing act with Arts and AG
The new Minister for the Arts is also the Attorney-General. It gives the portfolio seniority but the Minister other priorities.
Australia Council executive appointments
The Australia Council has appointed two executives completing its team just as the new government takes control.
Indigenous artists take on London’s Royal Academy
Australia Council to fund Royal Academy commissions by Indigenous artists Judy Watson and Christian Thompson.
Crowdfunding review won't affect arts fundraising
The Australian Government is reviewing crowd funding, but the focus is corporate equity and no change is expected for the…