News
This week's arts news and trending topics
What's in the headlines and what people are talking about in the arts this week.
First Nations Classics released in time for NAIDOC week
A clutch of both contemporary and historic Indigenous writers comprise this new release of First Nation Classics.
Audiences return but younger ones are feeling the pinch
Rising costs of living are making it hard for under-35s and families to afford cultural events. A new report suggests…
New Darwin Festival AD launches inaugural program
Running from 10-27 August 2023, Darwin Festival is a rare opportunity to experience the best of Territory culture alongside curated…
More calls for arts to push against fossil fuel sponsorships
Momentum is building with a Climate Union and new report calling to end fossil fuel sponsorships in the arts.
Opportunities and awards
New professional development opportunities plus winners of Green Room Awards, finalists of Olive Cotton Award and more!
Haegue Yang speaks about major NGA acquisition
Haegue Yang reflects on the acquisition of her major exhibition by the National Gallery of Australia.
New winter festival joins an increasingly crowded calendar
The inaugural Glenelg Winter Arts Festival joins the likes of Adelaide Cabaret Festival, Dark Mofo and RISING as an off-peak…
What art and psychology can tell us about the future
Two regional exhibitions tap into psychology and maternal inheritance to share insights on our future.
Neighbourhood to New York: two moves making waves
Two Melbourne arts organisations are upscaling – one to New York and another focusing on grassroots impact.