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Cate Blanchett, one of Australia's best known actors, says she's serious about a retreat from the spotlight. Image: WikiMedia.
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Cate Blanchett wants to quit acting

Cate Blanchett announces plans to quit acting to pursue other passions.

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Comedy review: Stephen Hall, For the Term of His Natural Lies, DoubleTree by Hilton, MICF 2025

Part-film, part-voiceover and completely silly, Stephen Hall delivers a comedy festival show like no other.

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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.

Phones cripple creativity, but it is possible to break our addiction. Image: Mika Baumeister on Unsplash.
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5 tips for breaking your phone addiction

Almost every study finds that phones impair rather than boost creativity. Here are some quick tips to get you off…

Exterior view of red brick historic building turned into art centre
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Former Ambulance Station proves successful regional model as creative hub

As artists flee our cities with rising costs, this model proves that vibrancy and connection need not be lost.

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5 key actions for anti-racism in the arts

Diversity Arts Australia’s latest campaign proposes a range of anti-racist actions in an engaging format.

Audience members at Redland Performing Arts Centre have been exposed to mould. Image: Redland City Council.
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Audiences exposed to mould at Redland Performing Arts Centre

Audience members who attended the concert hall at Redland Performing Arts Centre may have been exposed to mould as a…

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On the move: latest arts sector appointments

Our weekly round-up of appointments and departures in the Australian arts sector.

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Opportunities and awards

Enter the 2024 Australian Event Awards, plus winners of Dobell Drawing Prize and Walk of Fame nominees, and more!

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Art block and keeping hope with Australian creatives

Hitting stumbling blocks in creativity is a part of the artist's journey, so it's important not to let the pressure…

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