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'Sketchy' future for top gallery as job cuts loom

'Sketchy' future for top gallery as job cuts loom

Job cuts at one of Australia's top art galleries will hurt its ability to host some of its biggest and best exhibitions, union members warn.

John Farnham comeback Whispering Jack becomes a musical

John Farnham comeback Whispering Jack becomes a musical

John Farnham comeback Whispering Jack becomes a musical

John Farnham comeback Whispering Jack becomes a musical

John Farnham returned to the charts in 1986 with Whispering Jack. A musical about his comeback will have its world premiere at the Sydney Theatre Company.

The Studio is the hot favourite to score the most Emmys

The Studio is the hot favourite to score the most Emmys

The Studio is the hot favourite to score the most Emmys

The Studio is the hot favourite to score the most Emmys

Cate Blanchett is among a group of Australians nominated for Emmys, while the hit TV series The Studio leads the field with an astounding number of nominations.

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Jam and scones and rock 'n' roll are all the bush needs

Jam and scones and rock 'n' roll are all the bush needs

A music festival that began in a dusty function room at a country motel has grown into a celebration of life outside the cities, mixing scones, snags and songs.

Behind the lens of the Sydney Olympics, 25 years on

Behind the lens of the Sydney Olympics, 25 years on

Watched by 3.7 billion people, the Sydney Olympics holds iconic status in the Games' history and AAP chief photographer Dean Lewins was there to capture it.

The wonder of exotica at Australia's biggest art show

The wonder of exotica at Australia's biggest art show

Artist Alexia Sinclair has released her fantastical series The Age of Wonder, as part of the inaugural photography showcase at Australia's biggest art fair.

Dutch may join Eurovision boycott if Israel takes part

Dutch may join Eurovision boycott if Israel takes part

The Netherlands may also boycott the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 if Israel is allowed to compete, the public broadcaster that manages Dutch participation says.

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'Pass the torch': writers protest over journal's demise

'Pass the torch': writers protest over journal's demise

'Pass the torch': writers protest over journal's demise

'Pass the torch': writers protest over journal's demise

Supporters of one of Australia's oldest literary journals have staged a protest against a "purely financial" decision to close it down.

Radio host, station lashed over sexist Matildas remarks

Radio host, station lashed over sexist Matildas remarks

Radio host, station lashed over sexist Matildas remarks

Radio host, station lashed over sexist Matildas remarks

A radio broadcaster has been found to have breached decency rules after airing sexist comments that compared women's sport to "year 10 girls".

Close-up on photography at Australia's biggest art fair

Close-up on photography at Australia's biggest art fair

Close-up on photography at Australia's biggest art fair

Close-up on photography at Australia's biggest art fair

An inaugural showcase of contemporary photography features at Australia's biggest art fair. But will more collectors take an interest?

Society celebrates 100 years of female storytelling

Society celebrates 100 years of female storytelling

Society celebrates 100 years of female storytelling

Society celebrates 100 years of female storytelling

Female novelists, poets, playwrights, essayists and journalists have gathered to celebrate the centenary of the Society of Women Writers.

Trump targets Aussie's 'radical gender' children's book

Trump targets Aussie's 'radical gender' children's book

Trump targets Aussie's 'radical gender' children's book

Trump targets Aussie's 'radical gender' children's book

US President Donald Trump says a fifth-grade student was forced to promote "radical gender ideology" by reading aloud a kids' book by an Australian author.

Final roar in Katy v Katie court war over trademark

Final roar in Katy v Katie court war over trademark

Final roar in Katy v Katie court war over trademark

Final roar in Katy v Katie court war over trademark

The High Court has heard arguments in a David-and-Goliath battle between an international pop sensation and an Australian fashion designer.

Plans afoot to resuscitate ailing nightlife

Plans afoot to resuscitate ailing nightlife

Plans afoot to resuscitate ailing nightlife

Plans afoot to resuscitate ailing nightlife

Well-intentioned, since-repealed laws have had a lasting impact on the nightlife in Australia's most populous state but work is underway to liven things up.

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Burke and Wills explore comedy in Sammy J musical trip

In his latest musical comedy foray, Sammy J explores the famed Burke and Wills expedition, which he describes as "the perfect historical story of stupidity".

Real-life 'Succession' ends with Lachlan taking control

The Murdochs have settled their legal battle over who will control one of the highest-profile global media groups.

Wiggles, ex-chief out of tune over 'unlawful' sacking

The Wiggles are fighting an unlawful dismissal lawsuit from their former chief executive, who claims the blue Wiggle undermined him.

Love on the Spectrum brings home record Emmys haul

TV series Love on the Spectrum has won two more Primetime Emmy Awards, making a record total of seven for a series produced by an Australian company.

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Literacy is freedom: celebrating the power of stories

An Indigenous-led digital resource has been launched for International Literacy Day, celebrating First Nations culture and the process of storytelling.

Not a millionaire? You can rent a masterpiece instead

A government leasing program for Australian art that has amassed a collection worth $47 million is marking 45 years of lending out works.

Mourners pay last respects to fashion icon Armani

Legions of admirers have lined up in Milan to say their goodbyes to Italian fashion icon Giorgio Armani following his death at 91.

Brotherly bond key to Birdsville Races epic journey

From bare-back pony rides in the bush to the iconic Birdsville Races in the outback, three trainer brothers have forged a bond through their love of horses.

Outback ice-cream van serves sweet joy amid sorrow

The Gee Whiz ice-cream van is a popular stop for perspiring punters at Birdsville, part of one man's mission to bring happiness after the death of his wife.

Over the river and into the sky, festival takes flight

Military flyovers and bridges transformed into art installations are some of the free attractions at the Brisbane Festival.

The sport of kings, mates and memories in Birdsville

The Birdsville Races, which started as a meet for outback drovers, has become a bucket-list trip for old mates making new memories in the desert dust and heat.

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