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Contortionist's new twist: from birth to foot archery

Contortionist's new twist: from birth to foot archery

Contortionist and foot archery world record holder Shannen Michaela is back in training ahead of Cirque Bon Bon's national tour.

Roller derby clashes and raining applause at art show

Roller derby clashes and raining applause at art show

Roller derby clashes and raining applause at art show

Roller derby clashes and raining applause at art show

Visitors to a contemporary art exhibition can stand alone in the dark and listen to applause, or find themselves surrounded by the violence of roller derby.

Laughs, love and The Oils on Sydney Film Festival slate

Laughs, love and The Oils on Sydney Film Festival slate

Laughs, love and The Oils on Sydney Film Festival slate

Laughs, love and The Oils on Sydney Film Festival slate

The 2024 Sydney Film Festival program features more comedy that usual, including the latest feature from Oscar-winning director Yorgos Lanthimos.

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Champion racehorse Winx to star in feature film

Champion racehorse Winx to star in feature film

Beloved racehorse Winx, dubbed 'the people's horse', is the star of a film documenting the champion bay mare's incredible record run of victories on the track.

For artists, making a living as hard as it's ever been

For artists, making a living as hard as it's ever been

Many artists earn far less than the average wage, while the cost of producing work increases, a snapshot of Australia's artists shows.

Canvas of contenders: prestigious art judging begins

Canvas of contenders: prestigious art judging begins

Judging for Australia's most prestigious art prize is underway, as artists from across the country finalised their submissions for consideration.

Broadway legend won't shy away on Australian stage

Broadway legend won't shy away on Australian stage

Audra McDonald is bringing her experiences, views and vocals developed from decades on Broadway to an Australian audience.

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Author Alexis Wright wins Stella Prize for Praiseworthy

Author Alexis Wright wins Stella Prize for Praiseworthy

Author Alexis Wright wins Stella Prize for Praiseworthy

Author Alexis Wright wins Stella Prize for Praiseworthy

Alexis Wright has become the first author to win the Stella Prize twice, taking out the 2024 award with her epic novel Praiseworthy.

Mad Max stars hit red carpet for Furiosa film premiere

Mad Max stars hit red carpet for Furiosa film premiere

Mad Max stars hit red carpet for Furiosa film premiere

Mad Max stars hit red carpet for Furiosa film premiere

The latest instalment in an iconic Australian franchise has traded red dirt for red carpet, premiering at Sydney's State Theatre after filming in outback NSW.

Fashion icon Dame Zandra donates renowned collection

Fashion icon Dame Zandra donates renowned collection

Fashion icon Dame Zandra donates renowned collection

Fashion icon Dame Zandra donates renowned collection

Dame Zandra Rhodes, known as "the Princess of Punk" because of her bold style, has donated one of her most notable collections to a Sydney museum.

Stephanie Lake's electric circle with Australian Ballet

Stephanie Lake's electric circle with Australian Ballet

Stephanie Lake's electric circle with Australian Ballet

Stephanie Lake's electric circle with Australian Ballet

Circle Electric, the latest piece from internationally acclaimed choreographer Stephanie Lake, will debut with the Australian Ballet at the Sydney Opera House.

Troye Sivan feels the rush with APRA song of the year

Troye Sivan feels the rush with APRA song of the year

Troye Sivan feels the rush with APRA song of the year

Troye Sivan feels the rush with APRA song of the year

Troye Sivan's dance hit Rush has been voted song of the year at the 2024 APRA awards, while The Teskey Brothers took home the gong for songwriter of the year.

Mad and bad: Hemsworth full throttle in Aussie classic

Mad and bad: Hemsworth full throttle in Aussie classic

Mad and bad: Hemsworth full throttle in Aussie classic

Mad and bad: Hemsworth full throttle in Aussie classic

Chris Hemsworth is pedal to the metal in Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga but admits he was nervous about taking a ride in the "iconically Australian" series.

Pioneer Bart Willoughby feels the love with top award

Pioneer Bart Willoughby feels the love with top award

Pioneer Bart Willoughby feels the love with top award

Pioneer Bart Willoughby feels the love with top award

No Fixed Address frontman Bart Willoughby has been honoured with a prestigious music award and says the Beatles were right - love is all you need.

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Gender equality flatlines in Australia's visual arts

A report that measures gender equality across Australia's visual arts scene shows the representation of women artists has stalled.

Mr Squiggle, the man from the moon, lands in museum

Beloved puppet and television star Mr Squiggle and his friends, including grumpy Blackboard, have become part of the National Museum of Australia collection.

The Fall Guy insiders reveal real-life stunt secrets

The Fall Guy stunt co-ordinator Keir Beck has lifted the lid on how Ryan Gosling was dragged across Sydney Harbour Bridge while clinging to a skip bin.

Rapper Ziggy Ramo rewrites history in contentious book

In his first book, rapper Ziggy Ramo argues the dehumanisation of the first Australians is at the root of incarceration rates and gaps in life expectancy.

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Connection is key for Electric Fields' Eurovision quest

Electric Fields are looking to spark a connection by mirroring how their audience consumes music as they prepare to represent Australia at Eurovision in Sweden.

'Kith and kin' inspire Indigenous artist to major win

Indigenous artist Archie Moore has shared the personal stories and wider meanings behind his work that won big at the Venice Biennale art exhibition.

Spinning around: record stores stand the test of time

Video may have killed the radio star but it seems nothing can stop records spinning, with vinyl enthusiasts gearing up to gather at stores across the country.

Mural a parade of rebellious heroes ... doing burnouts

Indigenous artist Ryan Presley's giant mural that subverts traditional religious iconography is being installed at the National Portrait Gallery in Canberra.

Streeton masterpiece sells for more than $1.8 million

A painting by Australian impressionist Arthur Streeton that was out of public view for more than a century has sold well above expectations for $1.875 million.

Venice crowds line up to view Australia's cosmic art

Crowds of artlovers have gathered to see Australia's official entry at the Venice Biennale, kith and kin, by Aboriginal artist Archie Moore.

Music festivals hit by 'perfect storm': inquiry told

A Senate hearing is digging into challenges facing Australia's music festivals following the cancellation of dozens of events.

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