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Gold, glitz and history on show in the State of Victoria gold jewellery collection
Fifteen highlighted pieces of newly acquired goldfield jewellery are on display in a glittery pop-up exhibition at the Melbourne Museum.

Vietnamese museum pitches for new site to secure future
After an unresolved dispute on its original proposed location in Victoria's Footscray, the Vietnamese Museum Australia is now being considered…

This week's arts news and trending topics
What's in the headlines and what arts news people are talking about this week.

Cost of living crisis starting to bite for Aussie readers
Less money and less time equates to fewer Australians reading, according to new research.

A look at NSW's new 10-year arts and creative industries policy
21 commitments pave the way, in the NSW Government’s new 10-year policy for the arts and creative industries.

Free music programming all summer long
A snapshot of upcoming free music and arts events, including symphonies under the stars and bold local acts.

New Indigenous gallery opens with repatriated William Barak works
State Library Victoria's new Indigenous gallery is designed to support the voices and stories of Indigenous Victorians and connect visitors…

159 organisations receive four-year funding from Creative Australia
The Four Year Investment for Organisations program has seen 45 more organisations supported than were funded in the 2021-2024 cycle.…

Opportunities and awards
Perth Festival calling for young artists, Newcastle Museum and Art Gallery receives extended funding, plus finalists of St Kilda Festival…

Vale Khai Liew – a visionary designer
Known for his one-off commissions and short-run editions in furniture, designer Khai Liew leaves an incredible legacy.