Writing and Publishing
Word for Word Festival showcases the power of non-fiction during crisis
Geelong’s non-fiction festival goes online in 2020 with an ambitious program that pushes the envelope and honours its roots.
Protocol updates for First Nations Cultural and Intellectual Property
The Australia Council has released new protocols addressing key legal, ethical and moral considerations for the use of Indigenous cultural material…
ICYMI: The week's top news in the arts
YouTube Scholarship, studio up for grabs for 12 months, festival updates, Bruce Lee film translated to Noongar, new Australian theatre…
10-year arts roadmap launched in Queensland
The decade-long plan is focused on five key areas, including elevating First Nations arts and culture, sharing Queensland stories, and…
Book Review: Flyaway by Kathleen Jennings
This is a haunting, brilliant novella combining fairy tale elements and Australian folklore.
Applause: Latest funding and awards announced
Celia Rosser Medal for botanical illustration announced, QPAC scholar receives drama award, shortlist for Premier's History Award, plus more news.
20x20: Creative ageing is an urgent and fashionable topic, yet currently unsustainable
We revisit the topic of Creative Ageing – its challenges and changes – for the International Day of Elder Persons,…
‘I feel like I’ve been cheated’: proposed axing of Monash courses provokes dismay
Monash University has announced plans to close its Centre for Theatre and Performance, including associated redundancies. The School of Music…
Book Review: Ordinary Matter by Laura Elvery
In this book, Elvery cements her reputation as an author with a strong command of language, style, and suspense, while…
DESIGN Canberra embraces the live festival experience
Having arts festival withdrawals? DESIGN Canberra is offering over 200 events, from open studios and exhibitions to walking tours, putting…