Discover Newcastle and Lake Macquarie's jam-packed school holiday program. From Dungeons & Dragons campaigns to the Model Newcastle Regatta, find fun for all ages. Plan your family adventure now!
The HONK! Oz street music festival's Grand Street Parade filled Wollongong's Crown Street Mall with vibrant performances despite soaring temperatures. The 11th annual free festival celebrates community, music, and social justice.
Eleven former Adelaide Festival leaders have penned a scathing letter over the board's decision to drop a Palestinian author from Writers' Week. Discover the fallout and who has pulled out.
Sydney musician Jack Ladder unveils his intimate eighth album, 'Separation Rock', recorded in just four days at a historic North Hollywood studio with elite session players. He brings the raw new show to Newcastle in February.
The Illawarra music scene is in mourning following the sudden death of beloved broadcaster and poet Ben Hession, a selfless champion of Australian independent music. Read the tributes.
Your essential guide to the hottest acts at Fringe World Perth 2026. Discover award-winning circus, bold cabaret, and side-splitting comedy from January 21. Plan your festival adventure now!
Arizona's 'desert honky-tonk princess' Brea Burns is touring Australia for the first time, bringing her unique sound and a cover of Olivia Newton-John's 'Physical'. Catch her at Full Throttle Ranch and Tamworth.
The Braddon Fringe Festival launched Summernats 2026 in sweltering 35-degree heat, drawing car enthusiasts and families to Lonsdale Street. Discover the event's evolution and local impact.
Dreamfields Festival is officially returning to Townsville in 2025 after a massive debut. Get ready for another epic weekend of music and camping in North Queensland!
The Adelaide Festival board has removed Dr Randa Abdel-Fattah from its 2026 Writers' Week lineup, citing cultural sensitivity. A major backer has withdrawn support. Read the full story.
Your guide to Perth's top events this week, from Wildlands Festival and family theatre to live music. Find dates, venues, and ticket details to plan your week.
The Beyond the Valley music festival returns to Geelong for New Year's 2024-25. Get all the details on dates, location, and what to expect for the major summer event.
A tornado ripped through the Beyond the Valley music festival in Lardner, causing chaos and injuring two. Read the full report on the severe weather event and emergency response.
Discover Montreux, the serene Swiss lakeside town that became a legendary musical hub for Queen's Freddie Mercury and the iconic Montreux Jazz Festival. Plan your visit.
The Lumineers frontman Wesley Schultz opens up about how music helped him grieve his brother's sudden death, the band's enduring legacy, and their upcoming first-ever Newcastle show. Read the full interview.
Townsville secures the major Country Fest QLD music festival, set for July 2025. The move promises a significant tourism and economic injection for North Queensland. Discover the lineup and impact.
Professional storyteller Jo Henwood captivates audiences at West Wallsend Cemetery, unearthing 130 years of local history. Plus, a national treasure status for Newcastle's maritime collection.
Perth's live music calendar is bursting with world-class acts for 2026. Discover the huge line-up, record-breaking venue stats, and why WA is now a top touring destination.
Local favourites Thomas and Nova Carias-Cox will open Sunnyboy Park at Foreshore Park in January, offering family-friendly food and coffee. The new kiosk and accessible amenities mark a key milestone in the park's revitalisation.
Local operators Thomas and Nova Carias-Cox will launch Sunnyboys Park at Newcastle's Foreshore Park in late January, offering family-friendly fare. The opening marks a key milestone in the park's revitalisation.
Rock band Magpie Senpai has claimed top honours at WA's longest-running youth music contest, Underground Sounds. Six finalists competed for $5000 in prizes. Discover the winners.
Newcastle's 8500-item maritime heritage collection is at risk with no storage solution secured just months before its council-funded lease expires in March 2026. Read the latest.
Kendrick Lamar brought his Grand National Tour to Perth's Spilt Milk festival with a spectacular 75-minute set. Doechii and a stellar line-up also rocked the Claremont Showground.
Spotify Wrapped is back, offering a personal reflection of your year in music. Discover why it's a cultural moment, not a judgement of your taste. Dive into your 2023 soundtrack now!
Abermain singer-songwriter Mackenzie Lee, 19, is a finalist for the prestigious 2026 Starmaker competition at the Tamworth Country Music Festival, following a journey that began with busking at age 11.
New York art-rock legends TV On The Radio are confirmed as the final headliner for Meredith Music Festival 2024. Get the full lineup and ticket details here.
Spotify Wrapped 2024 is a global phenomenon, but what does it reveal about the state of Australian music? We explore the data and the debate. #SpotifyWrapped #AussieMusic
Neil Finn and Crowded House treated Perth fans to a truly unique two-part show at Fremantle Prison. Read our four-star review of the night's goofy start and powerhouse finish.
Spotify Wrapped 2025 is here! Discover Australia's most-streamed artists like Taylor Swift and The Wiggles, plus global hits from Bad Bunny. Dive into your personalised stats now.
Newcastle Council approves changes to an eight-storey Hall Street development, swapping one-bedroom units for three-bedroom apartments in response to market demand. Read the full details.