The Adelaide Writers' Festival faces mass withdrawals and board resignations after disinviting author Randa Abdel-Fattah. Federal Minister Madeleine King supports the decision, citing 'vile commentary'. Read the latest.
Adelaide Writers' Week faces collapse as chair and directors resign after removing Palestinian author Randa Abdel-Fattah, sparking mass withdrawals. Premier defends decision.
Perth Scorchers face another contentious catch decision against Adelaide Strikers, days after a similar controversy cost them a match. Full details and fallout here.
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.
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!
Over 30 authors boycott Adelaide Writers' Week after staff reject board's decision to remove a Palestinian author. High-profile names including Michelle de Kretser and Zadie Smith withdraw. Read the full story.
Adelaide Writers' Week is under threat of collapse as nearly 100 writers withdraw over a sponsorship controversy. Discover the crisis facing Australia's premier literary festival.
Adelaide Festival faces a major boycott after removing Palestinian-Australian author Randa Abdel-Fattah from its writers' week program, sparking accusations of racism and censorship. Read the full story.
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 A major backer has withdrawn support.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.
The Queensland Government faces accusations of greenwashing and hiding the environmental impact of a new $3.6bn Olympic stadium at Brisbane's Victoria Park. Critics warn of catastrophic heritage loss. Read the full story.
Pressure mounts for UltraEdge tech after a controversial Snicko call on the final day of the Ashes. England's frustration boils over as another DRS drama unfolds at the SCG. Read the full details.
Brisbane Roar has slammed Central Coast Mariners' interim coach Warren Moon for his 'disgrace' comments after a heated A-League match. The club denies misconduct and is seeking legal advice.
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.
Former US President Donald Trump has been nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize for his role in the historic Israel-Gaza peace agreement. Read the full story on the controversial award.
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.
Pop star Nicki Minaj has vanished from Instagram following backlash over comments made alongside Charlie Kirk's widow at a US conservative festival. Details on the fallout here.
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.
Alex Carey is central to fresh Ashes controversy as DRS and Snicko decisions spark fury from England. Get the full details on the latest firestorm.
The owner of Snicko technology accepts full responsibility for an operator error that may have denied England Alex Carey's wicket. England consider a formal protest as Carey scores 106.
England's bowling coach confirms plans to escalate concerns over Snicko technology to cricket's governing body after Alex Carey's controversial century in Adelaide. Read the full story.
Alex Carey scored a century on Day 1 of the Adelaide Ashes Test after a controversial DRS decision. He admits he thought he hit the ball. Read the full story.
Explore the strange and wonderful world of writers through their favourite foods. A new cookbook reveals the recipes behind literary legends like DH Lawrence and Maya Angelou. Discover how to host your own literary dinner party.
Perth Lord Mayor Bruce Reynolds is under fire for controversial remarks about workplace culture. Can he recover from this messaging misstep? Read the full analysis.
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.
A Gold Coast councillor's $24,000 MG hatch win using a corporate credit card has ignited a debate on council expense policies. Discover the fallout and calls for reform.
Spotify's 2025 Wrapped campaign has infuriated users with its bizarre 'Your Listening Age' feature. Discover how the algorithm calculated ages and why it's causing such an uproar.
Perth mum Indy Clinton's viral video about changing her toddler's birthday from December 18 to 12 has ignited a fierce online debate. Discover why December babies are divided.