We’ve recapped the hottest headlines, announcements and arts news that shaped the zeitgeist this past week.
CLASH OF WRITERS FESTIVALS: On 19 October Melbourne Writers Festival announced their 2023 dates: 4 – 7 May. Usually held later in the calendar year (the 2022 MWF ran from 3-12 September), the new dates directly overlap with Bendigo Writers Festival. The latter immediately voiced their frustration on social media, saying ‘We are so disappointed by @MelbWritersFest move, can’t fathom why they’d do it’. Many commenters, including writers, authors and speakers, also questioned MWF’s decision on Twitter, pointing out that this ultimately bars both writers and visitors from attending both festivals.
