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Wiggles clap back at ex-CEO’s unlawful sacking claim

Wiggles clap back at ex-CEO’s unlawful sacking claim

The Wiggles and their former CEO are attempting to sing in tune over claims the boss was undermined before being illegally fired.

Jimmy Kimmel defends free speech as he returns to TV

Jimmy Kimmel defends free speech as he returns to TV

Jimmy Kimmel defends free speech as he returns to TV

Jimmy Kimmel defends free speech as he returns to TV

Jimmy Kimmel insists he never meant to make light of Charlie Kirk's murder as the comedian made an emotional return to his TV show after being suspended.

Funding crisis may halt beloved coastal sculpture event

Funding crisis may halt beloved coastal sculpture event

Funding crisis may halt beloved coastal sculpture event

Funding crisis may halt beloved coastal sculpture event

Three weeks before the annual Sculpture by the Sea, organisers are trying to raise $200,000 so the event can go ahead.

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Woman jailed over plot to sell Presley's Graceland

Woman jailed over plot to sell Presley's Graceland

A woman has been jailed for a brazen attempt to defraud Elvis Presley’s family by trying to auction off his iconic Graceland mansion in the US city of Memphis.

Circus hopefuls ready to flip the script on skills gap

Circus hopefuls ready to flip the script on skills gap

Australian circus artists perform all over the world, but the local industry is facing a skills shortage. New qualifications hope to change that.

Australian singer quits Russia's Eurovision alternative

Australian singer quits Russia's Eurovision alternative

The organisers of the Intervision song contest in Russia have accused the Australian government of pressuring singer Vassy to withdraw.

Creative types say give us a tax break, for art's sake

Creative types say give us a tax break, for art's sake

Tax breaks on concert tickets and subsidies for printing books in Australia are among suggestions to lift the struggling arts sector from the fiscal doldrums.

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Canada bans Kneecap for alleged terror group support

Canada bans Kneecap for alleged terror group support

Canada bans Kneecap for alleged terror group support

Canada bans Kneecap for alleged terror group support

The Canadian government has accused rap trio Kneecap of promoting hate, barring it from entering the country ahead of its concerts next month.

Hot mess: electronic sound studio moves to city's heart

Hot mess: electronic sound studio moves to city's heart

Hot mess: electronic sound studio moves to city's heart

Hot mess: electronic sound studio moves to city's heart

Melbourne Electronic Sound Studio makes an extensive collection of music gear available to the public. Its move to the city will mean many more visitors.

Camilla delights US first lady with miniature books

Camilla delights US first lady with miniature books

Camilla delights US first lady with miniature books

Camilla delights US first lady with miniature books

US first lady Melania Trump has been shown the treasures of Windsor Castle including Queen Mary's Dolls' House during her husband's state visit.

As live shows surge, Chappell Roan hot to go Down Under

As live shows surge, Chappell Roan hot to go Down Under

As live shows surge, Chappell Roan hot to go Down Under

As live shows surge, Chappell Roan hot to go Down Under

The Laneway Festival headliner will be US pop star Chappell Roan. The announcement has been made as figures show average ticket prices are higher than ever.

Top university backtracks on controversial job cuts

Top university backtracks on controversial job cuts

Top university backtracks on controversial job cuts

Top university backtracks on controversial job cuts

Staff have scored a major win in their long-running battle against a contentious cost-slashing plan at the Australian National University.

'Absolute legend': stars pay tribute to Robert Redford

'Absolute legend': stars pay tribute to Robert Redford

'Absolute legend': stars pay tribute to Robert Redford

'Absolute legend': stars pay tribute to Robert Redford

Hollywood stars are mourning the death of Robert Redford, expressing affection and admiration for the Oscar-winning director and godfather for independent film.

Concerto that was lost to time to premiere in Australia

Concerto that was lost to time to premiere in Australia

Concerto that was lost to time to premiere in Australia

Concerto that was lost to time to premiere in Australia

The Australian Brandenburg Orchestra will premiere a concerto that had been lost to time, and rediscovered by accident.

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Mates' smiling faces a window into life on the land

Images of old friends chatting in a paddock, worn-out work boots, kelpie pups and striking starry night skies have won a rural photography competition.

'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 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

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

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

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

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

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

'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

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

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

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