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On the move: latest arts sector appointments

This week's Australian arts sector appointments include Opera Australia's new Director of Opera.

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Best opportunities, grants & awards for creatives: 9 to 15 March 2026

Throw your hat in the ring, with opportunities for writers, visual artists, screen industry, and more.

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Asia Pacific Arts Awards: honouring diaspora artists and enduring connections

The Asia Pacific Arts Awards, presented by Creative Australia, celebrate creative collaborations that connect communities across borders.

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On the move: latest arts sector appointments

This week's Australian arts sector appointments include Rachel Perkins, who joins Screen Australia as Director of First Nations Strategy, and…

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Best opportunities, grants & awards for creatives: 2–7 March 2026

This week: growth opportunities for emerging classical musicians, dancers, visual artists, and more.

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Best opportunities, grants & awards for creatives: 23 February to 1 March 2026

Opportunities for budding comedy critics, First Nations performers, excellence in humanities, and more.

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On the move: latest arts sector appointments

Your weekly round-up of Australian arts sector appointments.

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Best opportunities, grants and awards for creatives: 16 to 22 February 2026

Closing soon: amazing opportunities for musicians, photographers, poets and literary journals.

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On the move: latest arts sector appointments

Your weekly round-up of Australian arts sector appointments.

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How comedians survive the social media trap during festival season: 'I hate it!'

Comedians don't have a lot of choice about being on social media, not if they want to sell tickets. So…

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