Australia

Why is the oboe used to tune an orchestra? And other questions about tuning, answered
Have you ever wondered why the orchestra tunes in front of the audience? And why do they use this particular…

Opportunity costs: the problem with rationalising creative output – part three
In the final part of a three-part article, Rick Heath examines why the Australian arts industry is not valued or…

On the move: latest arts sector appointments
Our weekly round-up of comings and goings in the Australian cultural sector.

Coach the writing coach: why everyone needs someone in their corner
It can be tough out there when you're all alone... but an experienced coach can assist you in your life,…

What we learned: top career lessons from 2024
What did you learn in your job this year? We take a look back at our most read career stories…

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Inside/Outside (U.S.A)
In ‘Inside/Outside (U.S.A)’ James Bryans (re)captures iconic American landmarks frequently depicted in film and television, revealing the strangeness, unfamiliarity and…

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Beyond Flinders
'Beyond Flinders' by Rick Eckersley is a collection of works on canvas that examine the connections between garden making, nature,…

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why do birds suddenly appear
Adam Sime's collection of paintings in ''why do birds suddenly appear" are an aspect of thought, long-considered, looking for the…

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The Regional Sessions NSW
Get your tickets to one-day songwriting events Coming to a town near you in February 2025

Exhibition review: Yayoi Kusama, NGV International
An overdue retrospective in the name of love, Yayoi Kusama has got little (time) to offer.