Writing and Publishing
A fraction too much fiction
The recent Stella Prize longlist highlights an upsurge of nonfiction.
Making (not watching) art is key to social change
Engaging people in social and political issues requires not just looking at art but participating in creating.
From Tim Winton to Gail Jones: why writing matters in WA
The unique environment of Western Australia is reflected across the state's literature and publishing sector - but is this sector…
Why US conservatives want to defund the arts
The Trump administration's proposal to remove US arts funding is the battle cry for another round of culture wars, familiar…
Major new initiative targets wellbeing in the arts
Arts Centre Melbourne has taken a leadership role in developing a new program, developed by experts, to improve health and…
Women authors get equal space, but not necessarily eyeballs
The VCE has achieved gender parity across the authors represented, but whether this will translate to better discussions of gender…
Seven characteristics of successful arts Chairs
Finding the right person is critical in an arts organisation where directors play a vital role.
Craft artists suffer in university system
A business-oriented, academic-focus tertiary system is struggling to provide the craft skills artists need.
How acting can make you a better leader
If you want to learn to command and communicate effectively, you should study acting.
Campaign to free Manus Island artists
Performers, writers and cartoonists are mounting a campaign to free three of their colleagues trapped as asylum seekers on Manus…