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First Australian artist to activate AGNSW's Tank gallery
Former Venice Biennale artist, Angelica Mesiti will take over AGNSW’s Tank gallery with a new immersive exhibition.

Blue and white porcelain reimagined by 14 contemporary artists
Expect the unexpected when 14 Asian Australian ceramic artists come together to reinvent the classic blue and white piece of…

Youth arts project wins funding, with young performers excited to be 'a tiny bit famous'
New funding will assist Tantrum Youth Arts to present a playful walking trail of Newcastle curated by young performers.

Frida Kahlo joins the gold rush
‘Frida Kahlo: In her own image’ at Bendigo Art Gallery in 2025 will paint an intimate portrait of the art…

This week's arts news and trending topics
We report it – you read it. This week's top arts news stories.

Jewellery biennial to launch across Melbourne
Radiant Pavilion returns for its first in-person event since 2019, showcasing contemporary jewellery and object makers from far and wide.

Exhibition review: Future Remains: The 2024 Macfarlane Commissions, ACCA
Large-scale works grounded in material investigations shine at the 2024 Macfarlane Commissions, but is it still helpful to put emerging…

6 signature projects for 2025 YIRRAMBOI festival
Cross-arts First Nations festival announces artist commissions that will define its 2025 event.

Exhibition review: Emerging Artist Award 2024, fortyfivedownstairs
Topical and engaging, the Emerging Artist Award showcases early-career talent regardless of age.

Upcoming Asian arts destinations 2024
A hand-picked guide of contemporary arts festivals and biennales to add to your Asian travel itinerary in the second half…