Trends and Analysis
The minefield of cultural measurement
Arts strategist Julianne Schultz says we need to start measuring the value of culture, an important but risky venture.
ArtsReady welcome, but arts training still in trouble
The Federal Government’s announcement of new funding for arts training can’t paper over the problems confronting the sector.
Very long form performance gets audience attention
It is fashionable to complain that hyper-connectivity leads to shortened attention spans . But maybe not.
National Live Music Office a huge win for Australian music industry
It's been a long time coming, but Australia finally has a plan for saving live music venues.
Arts get more research money (for now)
Creative arts and humanities are receiving more research funding thanks to a rule change but the good news may not…
Saving the book industry
The Collaborative Book Industry Council has prepared a roadmap for the industry. Will it be enough?
Small performing arts orgs make it big globally - for a price
Small-to-medium Australian performing arts companies are enjoying a growing international reputation but at a high cost.
Aussie slang: rad, wicked, ace or fully sick?
New research into the variation of Aussie slang has revealed how different states use their own terms to describe the…
Arts funding: which party gives more?
Who spends more on the arts: Labor or Liberal? The answer might surprise you, writes Ben Eltham.
Eight units to monitor 747 nightclubs
While APRA reacts angrily to media coverage of its ACCC re-authorisation, new claims cast doubt on its distribution methods