SXSW Sydney Festival Cancelled After $276m Run
The SXSW Sydney festival will not proceed in 2026, organisers announced. The three-year event generated $276 million and attracted over 345,000 attendees. Read the full story.
The SXSW Sydney festival will not proceed in 2026, organisers announced. The three-year event generated $276 million and attracted over 345,000 attendees. Read the full story.
Randa Abdel-Fattah begins defamation proceedings against SA Premier Peter Malinauskas after being cut from Adelaide Writers' Week. The fallout led to the event's cancellation.
The iconic Adelaide Writers' Week festival has been officially abandoned for 2026. Organisers express 'deep regret' over the decision, marking a major blow to South Australia's cultural calendar.
Adelaide Festival announces a major board refresh for 2026, appointing arts leader Lee-Ann Tjunypa Buckskin, newsreader Rosanna Mangiarelli, and finance expert Andrew Porter. Discover their vision.
Adelaide Writers' Week faces collapse as chair and directors resign after removing Palestinian author Randa Abdel-Fattah, sparking mass withdrawals. Premier defends decision.
Townsville's DanceNorth announces its bold 2026 season, spotlighting three independent Australian choreographers. Discover the new works and community programs shaping North Queensland's cultural future.
Adelaide Festival is in crisis as board chair Tracey Whiting and three other members resign following backlash over a Palestinian advocate's removal from Writers' Week. Read the full story.
The Adelaide Festival board's decision to cancel a Palestinian writer's event ignites a fierce debate on censorship, free speech, and artistic integrity in Australia's cultural scene. Read the full story.
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.
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.
The Focus: First Nation Films festival is back at Walyalup Fremantle Arts Centre on Jan 24-25. Featuring documentaries, music, and speakers like Thomas Mayo, it's a key part of Fremantle's Truth Telling program. Free entry.
A landmark legal case in Australia sees doctors accused of withholding care. Explore the ethical and legal implications for patient rights and medical practice.
Stand-up paddleboarding is the hot Aussie summer activity. BCF members can now grab a top-rated inflatable SUP board for just $199.99, down from $549.99. Perfect for families and all skill levels.
Dateline Resources bolsters its board with two seasoned North American mining executives to advance its Colosseum gold-rare earths project in California and its US critical minerals strategy. Discover the strategic moves.
The Geelong theatre world is in mourning following the passing of Sheila Dawson, a cherished volunteer and 'stage angel' whose dedication spanned decades. Discover her incredible legacy.
Perth's 2026 arts scene is set to explode with major tours including MJ The Musical, Pretty Woman, Anastasia, and huge festivals. Get dates and details for the must-see shows.
Aussie pop star G Flip trades Los Angeles for a Western Australian escape, reconnecting with childhood mates in Perth and Margaret River before the Dream Ride tour. See the highlights.
The mother of Clare Garabedian, murdered in a 1998 Rivervale motel, begs for her killer's deportation as he faces a parole review. Read the full exclusive.
Adelaide's ambitious $20 million Grand Opera project is back on, with fresh dates locked in for 2025. Discover the new timeline and what it means for the city's arts scene.
Karen Feldman's Dance Studio showcased the talent of over 200 students in a vibrant concert at Geelong's Katsumata Centre. See the highlights of this local performing arts triumph.
The Geelong community honours the life and legacy of philanthropist Herman Rockefeller, whose generosity shaped the city's arts, health, and social landscape. Read about his remarkable impact.
Median ATAR scores for Canberra's 2025 Year 12 cohort will remain hidden, continuing a trend of limited transparency. A delayed advisory committee review means data won't be public until at least 2026.
John Gillam, former Bunnings managing director, will become chair of industrial group SGH in June. He brings extensive ASX board experience to drive shareholder value. Read the full story.
Treasurer Jim Chalmers has pledged a decision by Christmas on Hanwha's bid for a 19.9% stake in Austal. The move, under FIRB scrutiny, could reshape Australia's naval shipbuilding landscape.
Geelong's Impetus Dance Theatre wows audiences with its annual end-of-year concert, featuring over 100 performers. Discover the highlights and future plans.
Gallery Danceworks in Geelong celebrated its students with a dazzling end-of-year concert at Costa Hall. The event featured over 300 performers across 40 routines. Read about the community's vibrant dance showcase.
Karen Feldman's Dance School in Geelong unveils its talented cast for the upcoming 'Arendelle' showcase. Discover the local performers bringing the magic to life.
Karen Feldman's iconic Geelong dance school celebrates its 50th anniversary, shaping generations of performers. Discover the story of this local institution.
Edith Cowan University has unveiled the name for WAAPA's new $695 million centre, marking a major milestone for arts education in Perth. Discover the vision behind the state-of-the-art facility.
John van der Wielen, former HBF chief executive, has been appointed chairman of the Wyllie Group. The move signals a new strategic direction for the family-owned property and investment firm.