The case for 'quiet paintings' in turbulent times

The allure of abstract art is a mysterious thing. But an artist with 50+ years’ experience in the genre sheds…

A year of innovation and tradition for Musica Viva Australia in 2025

Musica Viva Australia has launched an expansive, evocative season for the coming year, celebrating 80 years of chamber music with…

Sigur Rós announce Australian orchestral tour with ASO, MSO and others

The popular Icelandic post-rock group will perform with a 41-piece chamber orchestra in order to bring their latest album to…

Book review: The Burrow, Melanie Cheng

A new pet rabbit becomes the focal point for a grieving family.

Q&A: British designer Hassan Hajjaj talks about fusing art, fashion and identity

Maximalist designer Hassan Hajjaj sits down with design studio creative Jane Duru to talk about the exciting blurred boundaries shaping…

On the move: latest arts sector appointments

A new Artistic Director, a new CEO and a range of Board appointments are included in today’s edition of our…

How I got my break as a curator

The curatorial profession is specialised and competitive. Six curators tell us how they got their career break.

Book review: Juice, Tim Winton

Tim Winton returns with a new novel that marks a departure into cli-fi.

Free Teen Art Workshops

The Country Artist's Association presents free spring break art workshops for teens! All materials and refreshments provided! Funded by the…

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