Writing and Publishing
Arts community laments the loss of Souris
With last week’s cabinet reshuffle George Souris was stripped of his portfolio as Arts Minister. This is what you thought:
Why go back to the bush?
Thirty years ago arts enthusiasts couldn’t wait to leave regional Australia. Now some are going home.
Australia, Europe and the search for a soul
Australia benefits from its broad view of culture but cultural programming needs values and excellence not just face-painting.
Reduce arts funding, recommends Commission of Audit
The Federal Government’s Commission of Audit released today demands efficiencies from the arts sector. It wants some arts programs abolished,…
Stella prizewinner finds gold in them thar hills
The $50,000 Stella Prize for women’s writing has been awarded to a work reclaiming masculine territory.
Emerging Writers' Festival Program
EWF is offering more quirks, parties and late night activity as it announces its 2014 program.
Arts Centre Melbourne a budget winner
Despite posting a $7.2 million deficit last year, the venue will receive an additional $10 million in next week's budget.
Students rush to the Sydney Symphony Orchestra
Two youth programs at the Sydney Symphony Orchestra are making it easier for young people to enjoy live classical music.
ANZAC Centenary Creative Advisor named
The new creative advisor for the Anzac Centenary Arts and Culture Fund will have an important influence on the commemorations.
Arts funding: why we need to widen the narrative
Lobbying for more arts funding won’t work without a broader conversation on the value of the product, say leading arts…