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Vale John Rodgers – extraordinarily versatile musician and composer
John Rodgers began his career as a young violin prodigy, but ended up expanding into flamenco, punk, cabaret and a…
Hilma af Klint: should art be for the public, despite the artist's wishes?
A disparate voice from the Hilma af Klint Foundation hopes to fulfil the artist's legacy by making her work available…
How Aussie chefs are boosting book sales: Nagi Maehashi and the new wave of cookbooks
Often overlooked in conversations about Australian literary trends, Australian cookbooks have been internationally influential for decades.
The Wiggles go country, and viral, with Dolly Parton, Orville Peck and more
With impressive collaborations and nods to the queer community, The Wiggles' new album demonstrates they are as relevant and pioneering…
Wellbeing tips for surviving a gruelling festival season Part 1: Adelaide Fringe
How do artists and arts workers juggle self-care with the rigours of Adelaide Fringe, including heatwaves, late nights and gigging…
Is it worth launching a podcast in 2025? – 3 rules for artists
A far cry from the days of homespun projects, launching a podcast in 2025 can potentially create a new marketing…
How circus arts strengthen young people’s mental health and social connections, new report details
The report, commissioned by Spaghetti Circus and conducted by Patternmakers, has national implications.
Short history of Australian artists at Venice Biennale reveals some irony within current furore
What does an eye over the history reveal about the Creative Australia Board’s recent Venice Biennale decision?
RISING launches full festival program for June 2025
Melbourne’s winter festival RISING is “proudly challenging and uncompromisingly inclusive,” according to its co-Artistic Directors.
Industry shocked after Black Inc Books asks writers to consent to AI licence
The Melbourne publisher wants its writers to agree to their work being used to train AI.