Writing and Publishing
New Zealand makes Behrouz Boochani a Kiwi writer
New Zealand literary festival WORD played an instrumental part in bringing Kurdish-Iranian asylum seeker Behrouz Boochani to New Zealand.
Book review: Kokomo by Victoria Hannan
Kokomo is a book about the relationships that define us: family, friends, in romance and in the workplace. Hannan’s use…
On the Move: Latest sector appointments and departures
A new general manager for Patch Theatre, Undercover Artist Festival appoints festival director and producer, latest board appointments and more.
Illustrator connects with Bruce Pascoe new kid’s book
When taking on the task of illustrating Bruce Pascoe’s new children’s book, Kestin Award winner Charmaine Ledden-Lewis found connections with…
A creative's guide to ditching FOMO and social media comparison
Ever made a 'Have Done List'? Lynnaire MacDonald has some helpful tips on how to take back control of your…
How AI can power opportunities for libraries and museums
Artificial intelligence has existed for nearly 50 years, but it’s only in recent years that tapping into its potential has…
ICYMI: The week's top news in the arts
Ring Cycle postponed, Blak design celebrated, WA Museum sets open date, major acquisitions for QAGOMA and AGSA, TSO cancels season,…
Why right now is the perfect moment for hope
Feeling a little burnt-out? It's a natural response when hope is in short supply but according to Dr Jackie Bailey,…
BOAA fails to pay over $350K
Solvency records show that the inaugural Biennale of Australian Art (BOAA) still owes around $350,000 to artists and vendors, while…
Why we’ll need great art more than ever after COVID-19
From around the country, artists and arts workers reflect on why the post-pandemic world will need art more than ever.