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Asia TOPA 2025: revitalising the spirit of the Asia-Pacific in Melbourne

Back after a break, Asia TOPA offers a place 'where ideas are born and traditions reimagined'.

'Swingers – The Art of Mini Golf' has been announced as the first event for RISING 2025. The photo is a close-up of someone wearing glamorous high heeled shoes, standing on a fake putting green. Their right foot rests on a golf ball and they are leaning on a mini golf club. The dramatic space of the Flinders Street Station Ballroom is visible in the background.
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Swingers have their moment to shine at RISING 2025

The first event for Melbourne’s winter festival RISING has been announced: a playable art exhibition celebrating the game of mini…

Beetlejuice The Musical: cast announcement

The leading cast members for 'Beetlejuice The Musical', with music and lyrics by Eddie Perfect, have now been revealed.

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Arts news watch: this week’s trending topics

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Exhibition review: A Bigger View, HOTA

Referencing the work of David Hockney in its title, 'A Bigger View' broadens perspectives for visitors to HOTA.

AURORA on stage in front of a large sun displayed on the screen behind her, while audiences hold up their hands as if reaching out.
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Concert review: AURORA 2025, Margaret Court Arena

The Norwegian songstress is a national treasure with soul-touching vocals and charming authenticity.

2025 launch of Melbourne Conversations, the city’s longest-running free public talks series

This year's season kicks off with a discussion about the role of public space in Melbourne and its ever-evolving urban…

The Bald Archy is open to artists of all ages, and prioritizes humor. Image: one of last year's finalists, 'The Block Tent City' by Elle McKay.
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Bald Archy Prize announces 2025 finalists with Raygun as prominent figure

Running for almost 30 years, the ultra-accessible Bald Archy Prize is judged by a cockatoo.

Two surreal animal shaped hot air balloons with people in park watching. Skywhales
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Where to see Patricia Piccinini's Skywhales in 2025

The second national tour of Patricia Piccinini’s incredible Skywhale balloons, has been announced.

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