Writing and Publishing
Turning a free lunch into a gravy train
Whether you are a wannabe, a winner or a frustrated also-ran, working the award scene can be rewarding.
It's okay to be mediocre
Artists are looking beyond the conventions of success and excellence to find enjoyment in the creation – even if it’s…
Catching the wave of social impact
Social impact is difficult to measure but it's not impossible to measure the power of the arts to effect social…
Philanthropy is not future ready
Philanthropy is failing to fulfill its promise as a radical disrupter, the National Conference by Philanthropy Australia was told.
Knowing when your art is successful
We have metrics to judge audience engagement and box office figures, but no formal process to gauge aesthetic success.
Fighting xenophobia with art
Social cohesion is under the spotlight with recent research exposing Australia's racism. Art can help.
Award rewards innovative thinking
Risk-taking, analysing the potential in any situation and looking for creative solutions to existing challenges are vital to creative thinking…
14 cultural orgs partner to present new festival
The inaugural Asia-Pacific Triennial of Performing Arts features over 60 events from 15 nations, including 25 specially commissioned world premieres.
Uni can't afford art with a conscience
Art with a social conscience has fallen victim to a university with an economic agenda, say students and staff.
Australia's secret to explaining the value of the arts
The answer to the perennial questions about the value of the arts may lie in the traditions of Indigenous culture.