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Opportunities and awards
New commission opportunity for Brisbane Valley Rail Trail, plus winners of Queensland Music Awards, children’s book finalists, and more!

On the move: latest arts sector appointments
ArtsHub’s weekly round-up of who’s going where and who’s leaving which role in the Australian cultural sector.

Collaboration between councils proves to be positive strategy for the arts
Five council areas in Victoria’s south-west have come together strategically to bolster the arts.

New report says social cohesion is at critical juncture
The new report from national think tank, A New Approach, has recommendations for addressing Australia's fracturing social cohesion.

Equality Australia issues warning on US travel for LGBTIQ+ people
LGBTIQ+ people could face ‘intense scrutiny’ even if they have a valid US visa, says Equality Australia.

Arts news watch: this week's trending topics
We report it – you read it. Keep your eye on this week's top arts news stories.

The 2025 Stand Up! grant recipients have arrived
Six years since being established, the supportive initiative is back to champion more rising comics.

Countdown to revelation of new light experience by Bruce Munro
Mildura to be transformed by internationally celebrated light artist Bruce Munro with an immersive installation to drive tourists to this…

Our picks of must-see design and craft exhibitions
A round-up of great exhibitions in the craft and design sector.

Melbourne Writers Festival highlights include Colm Tóibin, Marian Keyes and Booker Prize-winner
MWF's new director Veronica Sullivan unveils the 2025 program.