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Blanchett to Gaga: four decades of Martin Grant fashion

Blanchett to Gaga: four decades of Martin Grant fashion

From tailored coats to monochromatic ball gowns, four decades of fashion by a renowned Australian designer go on display in a new exhibition.

Show went on at comedy fest as man was dying

Show went on at comedy fest as man was dying

Show went on at comedy fest as man was dying

Show went on at comedy fest as man was dying

A packed comedy festival launch has been abandoned after an audience member suffered a medical episode and died in the packed theatre.

Depardieu admits to 'grabbing' woman, denies assault

Depardieu admits to 'grabbing' woman, denies assault

Depardieu admits to 'grabbing' woman, denies assault

Depardieu admits to 'grabbing' woman, denies assault

Gerard Depardieu has given evidence at his sexual assault trial, acknowledging he grabbed a woman by the hips but denies it was assault.

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Luke McGregor brings fresh stand-up to comedy festival

Luke McGregor brings fresh stand-up to comedy festival

The Melbourne International Comedy Festival is back, with Luke McGregor testing his jokes on both children and axolotls.

Robbie Williams' Keys to the City honour prompts review

Robbie Williams' Keys to the City honour prompts review

A review has been launched into how a major council awards Keys to the City, after questions were raised about pop star Robbie Williams receiving the honour.

Meghan, Duchess of Sussex launches online clothes shop

Meghan, Duchess of Sussex launches online clothes shop

The Duchess of Sussex has launched an online shop selling many of the neutral-toned wardrobe staples she showcased on her Netflix series, With Love, Meghan.

French actor expected in court for sexual assault trial

French actor expected in court for sexual assault trial

French actor Gerard Depardieu will face trial in Paris, accused of sexually assaulting two women on a film shoot in 2021.

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Mass letter urges arts minister to act over Venice snub

Mass letter urges arts minister to act over Venice snub

Mass letter urges arts minister to act over Venice snub

Mass letter urges arts minister to act over Venice snub

Protests against the dumping of Australia's art team for the Venice Biennale continue, with hundreds of artists and curators demanding government action.

'Mundane' objects reveal confronting legacy of violence

'Mundane' objects reveal confronting legacy of violence

'Mundane' objects reveal confronting legacy of violence

'Mundane' objects reveal confronting legacy of violence

Kamilaroi artist Warraba Weatherall's latest exhibition uses seemingly benign objects to highlight the lasting impacts of violence against Indigenous people.

How a French artist inspired queens of Aussie fashion

How a French artist inspired queens of Aussie fashion

How a French artist inspired queens of Aussie fashion

How a French artist inspired queens of Aussie fashion

A show at the National Gallery of Australia explores how 1980s fashion darlings Linda Jackson and Jenny Kee were inspired by French artist Sonia Delaunay.

Nothing unnatural about Human Nature's homecoming tour

Nothing unnatural about Human Nature's homecoming tour

Nothing unnatural about Human Nature's homecoming tour

Nothing unnatural about Human Nature's homecoming tour

After performing together for over 35 years, one-time boy band Human Nature are back on home soil to celebrate a career-defining album.

Exhibition tells 'bigger story' of survival and culture

Exhibition tells 'bigger story' of survival and culture

Exhibition tells 'bigger story' of survival and culture

Exhibition tells 'bigger story' of survival and culture

Secret family stories showcasing the strength, survival and culture of Kalkadoon people will be unveiled after decades of being kept under wraps.

Authors fume over claims stolen books used to fuel AI

Authors fume over claims stolen books used to fuel AI

Authors fume over claims stolen books used to fuel AI

Authors fume over claims stolen books used to fuel AI

Writers want legal changes and compensation after a tech giant allegedly used pirated books to train its artificial intelligence model.

Children's tale from an elder generation wins top prize

Children's tale from an elder generation wins top prize

Children's tale from an elder generation wins top prize

Children's tale from an elder generation wins top prize

Tales of beach camping from a bygone era have won Australia's top literary prize, with the author hoping young readers will understand more about their elders.

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Fake news, falling trust are top threats to journalism

Disinformation is the top threat to public interest journalism, a survey of the media industry finds, amid concerns about the declining trust in newsrooms.

Hamilton star turns crook for musical on Sydney Harbour

The star of acclaimed hip-hop musical transforms into an easygoing New York crook for a lavish production against the backdrop of Sydney Harbour.

Court approves hold on release of Hackman death records

The estate of Gene Hackman wants to block the public release of autopsy and investigative reports related to the deaths of the US actor and wife Betsy Arakawa.

King's severed statue head makes cameo at hip-hop gig

Nine months after it was hacked off, the severed head of a King George V statue has reappeared at a Melbourne gig for Irish rappers Kneecap.

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How a country cafe cracked up the rural comedy scene

Nick Gleeson was worried about being accused of nepotism when he started a comedy club in his country cafe but his famous brother set him straight.

Diddy pleads not guilty to new charge as trial nears

Sean "Diddy" Combs has pleaded not guilty to a new indictment that accused him of threatening to punish employees who didn't assist his sex trafficking scheme.

Hackman's estate wants grisly death images kept secret

The estate of Gene Hackman wants to block the public release of autopsy and investigative reports related to the deaths of the US actor and wife Betsy Arakawa.

Imagine: John Lennon honoured with UK coin collection

Beatles great and peace advocate John Lennon's life and career is being celebrated with the launch of a commemorative coin in the UK.

Ceberano tour a 40-year love letter to Australian tunes

Award-winning singer Kate Ceberano is embarking on a major tour almost four decades since her voice received national exposure in an iconic concert series.

Laser beams focus on future of arts festival Rising

A free laser beam art installation will run every night of Rising in June. But organisers can't confirm Melbourne's popular arts festival is funded beyond 2025.

Familiar voices rev up high octane romance for the ears

Australian actors aim to get a few hearts racing with a tale set in the world of motorsport as the romance genre speeds ahead with audiobook listeners.

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