Museums
22 National Gallery objects have 'questionable' provenance
The National Gallery of Australia is holding at least 22 items with insufficient provenance, a review by a former High…
Artists wanted: $1.6 million art budget for WA's New Museum
Artists are being sought for one of the most exciting museum redevelopments in the world.
Ai Weiwei has pulled his work from Denmark – should Melbourne be next?
Weiwei has taken Denmark to task for its asylum-seeker policy. Australia, for now, is another issue.
$18 million culture proposal to improve social cohesion
A feasibility study has recommended the construction of a House of World Cultures to address declining social cohesion in Victoria.
A seven-figure fashion acquisition for NGV
NGV cements its place as the most significant collection of fashion in Australia with a $1.4M gift from a Foundation…
New warrant would allow police to seize museum artefacts
A new model proposed by a government review would give museums clearer public accountability and reduce the chances of another…
ACMI X makes a place for living creators
The Australian Centre for the Moving Image will redefine its role, working with screen creators to enable them to make…
Where does Australia fit in Singapore's regional art hub?
Singapore has positioned itself as a regional hub, throwing vast amounts of money into cultural infrastructure. Is there a place…
Global citizenship double-edged sword for museums
Modern museums often want to be global citizens but there are risks of homogenization and challenges from national agendas.
Touring exhibitions receive $1.6 million funding
The Federal Government's Visions of Australia program will enable seven exhibitions to visit 76 venues across Australia.