Writing and Publishing
The impact of #ausvotesarts
The recent Federal election saw unprecedented coverage of the arts as a political issue, the outcomes of which may have…
Christos Tsiolkas, the 'blasphemous' artist and Barracuda
Australian author Christos Tsiolkas' critically-acclaimed novels and screenplays reflect our social and political responsibilities.
20 useful tools for writers
1. Twitter This might be obvious to some, but twitter can help. Hashtags like #wordcount and #amwriting can connect you…
The 50 most annoying phrases you hear at work
Arts workplaces are supposed to be creative but many are falling into management speak as if they were banks.
Controversy as Big West Festival announces closure
Current funding challenges facing the arts sector are not the reason for the festival’s closure says Chair, while stakeholders fume…
How the Hippie trail became a culture crawl
Forget tie dye and psychedelia. Byron Bay and surrounds have been reinvented as a mecca for classy artisans and quirky…
Art as a (literal) refuge
We’ve all been consoled by a song, a film or other art work in times of need. But arts centres…
You must remember this
Patients with dementia and other health problems will be treated with a personalised music program in a government-funded program.
How to get your blog into print
Between blogger and published author, there is a gulf but it can be breached.
When the CEO leaves
Identifying the time to move on is a key skill in any career and managing that transition is essential for…