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A Jane Austen classic opens a new era for Queensland Theatre
Opening his tenure as Queensland Theatre's Artistic Director, Daniel Evans co-directs a new adaptation of a Jane Austen classic.

Diamond Comic Distributors files for bankruptcy, leaving Australian retailers in uncertainty
The company that once had a monopoly on the entire industry, Diamond Comic Distributors has declared bankruptcy, causing retailers to…

Triple J Hottest 100 2024: Chappell Roan wins, low number of Australian artists
There were more votes than last year, but there were fewer Australians in the top 10 than in previous recent…

The best Australian covers of iconic Bob Dylan songs
'It ain't me babe'... when it comes to Bob Dylan covers, Australian artists have recorded some rippers.

Joanna Murray-Smith's 'Berlin' returns to Melbourne
An enduringly popular romantic thriller, Berlin returns to Melbourne in an intimate independent production.

End of an era: Text Prize discontinued
A regular part of the Australian publishing calendar, the Text Prize has been discontinued.

Booktopia rescued: Australian book retailer rises from the dead
Booktopia has been purchased by successful Australian online entrepreneur Shant Kradjian.

Did the US just kill BookTok?
The US's controversial TikTok ban has meant millions of BookTok users fleeing the platform in search of a new home…

Twain to Dickinson: the daily routines of history's most famous writers
We take a dive into the daily routines of history's greatest writers to reveal tips on habit and discipline.

Remember these? The top Triple J Hottest 100 songs from decades past
Examining the top hits of decades past reveals the impact of the Triple J Hottest 100.