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Stunning salon of bark paintings sets new standard at NGV
Picking up on the immersive trend, the NGV has hung 160 bark paintings to trigger a fresh connection with viewers.

Potter Museum reopens in 2025 with exhibition and resources on 65,000 years of Australian art
After extensive redevelopment, the University of Melbourne’s Potter Museum of Art makes a comeback with a glossy new entrance and…

On the move: latest arts sector appointments
Our weekly round-up of Australian arts sector comings and goings, including changes at Bleach Festival and ILBIJERRI.

This week’s arts news and trending topics
Our weekly wrap of arts news and reviews from around the country, and the stories you may have missed.

Can Australian art survive the AI revolution? ANA report explores challenges and opportunities
A New Approach CEO Kate Fielding is optimistic that AI can help drive Australia's cultural future.

Australia’s entry to the 2025 Venice Architecture Biennale hits the 'No' Referendum vote head on
A First Nations creative team has been selected for the Australian national pavilion in Venice with an 'Indigenous education amphitheatre'.

Malthouse Theatre eschews naturalism in its 2025 season
Addressing the cost of living and leaning into the theatrical, the Malthouse’s new season promises the epic and the intimate…

West Australian Ballet’s 2025 season features world premieres and classic works
A world premiere, full-length work by Australian choreographer Alice Topp is one of the highlights of the West Australian Ballet’s…

National Theatre to receive new façade and interior refurbishment
Renovations continue apace at the performing arts venue in Melbourne's bayside suburb.

Interior stylist Simone Haag's curatorial debut weaves 'Fables & Folklore' with craft
Guest-curating Craft Victoria's end-of-year exhibition, Simone Haag will explore mystical narratives through the lenses of 30 Australian artists.