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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

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.

Madonna's free show wows thousands on Copacabana beach

Madonna's free show wows thousands on Copacabana beach

Madonna's free show wows thousands on Copacabana beach

Madonna's free show wows thousands on Copacabana beach

Thousands of people have turned up for a free concert by pop legend Madonna, held on Rio de Janeiro's iconic Copacabana beach.

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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.

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

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.

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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.

Aussie music duo sue former manager in Supreme Court

Aussie music duo sue former manager in Supreme Court

Aussie music duo sue former manager in Supreme Court

Aussie music duo sue former manager in Supreme Court

Indie-folk duo Angus and Julia Stone have appeared in court accusing their former manager of claiming commissions above what NSW legislation allowed.

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.

Hollywood giant Paramount restructures amid merger bid

Hollywood giant Paramount restructures amid merger bid

Hollywood giant Paramount restructures amid merger bid

Hollywood giant Paramount restructures amid merger bid

With a merger offer on the table, Hollywood giant Paramount has moved to restructure its most senior management roles.

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Billie Eilish to play in Australia during upcoming tour

Billie Eilish has announced a new tour in support of her latest album with dates in Australia listed for next year.

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.

Australians distrust use of AI in news content

As the risks of generative artificial intelligence grow, Australians have become distrustful of news content as its use becomes more common.

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.

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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.

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.

New York court overturns Weinstein 2020 rape conviction

A New York appeals court has overturned Harvey Weinstein's 2020 rape conviction and ordered a new trial.

Unreleased Johnny Cash songs to feature on new album

An 11-track album featuring rediscovered and unreleased songs by music legend Johnny Cash is set to be released at the end of June.

First items taken by Cook returned to Aboriginal owners

Four spears have been returned to traditional owners more than 250 years after British soldiers stole them at James Cook's first contact with Aboriginal people.

'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.

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