Adelaide Writers' Week 2026 Dates and Guests Announced
The full program for Adelaide Writers' Week 2026 is out! Discover the dates, featured authors, and key events for Australia's premier literary festival. Plan your visit now.
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Hometown Drawcard Pulls Out of Adelaide International
The Adelaide International tennis tournament suffers a major setback as its local star withdraws from the 2026 event. Discover the impact on fans and the tournament's future.
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.
Author launches defamation case against SA Premier Malinauskas
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.
Adelaide Writers' Week 2026 Cancelled
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.
Arts, Media & Finance Leaders Join Adelaide Festival Board
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.
Festival in chaos after author's invitation cancelled
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 Festival board quits over author removal backlash
Adelaide Writers' Week faces collapse as chair and directors resign after removing Palestinian author Randa Abdel-Fattah, sparking mass withdrawals. Premier defends decision.
Tourists' rental car swallowed by Adelaide sinkhole
Two Darwin tourists had a shocking start to their Sunday when a sinkhole opened up and swallowed their rental car in Adelaide. Forced to take an Uber to the airport, they share their dramatic story.
Adelaide Festival Board Chair Resigns Over Writers' Week
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.
Wollongong's HONK! Oz 2026 parade brings colour and sound
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.
Adelaide Festival Drops Palestinian Writer
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.
Adelaide Festival Leaders Slam Writers' Week Decision
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.
Two Mitch Marshes Meet in Adelaide Ahead of BBL Clash
Perth Scorchers star Mitch Marsh had a memorable encounter with his namesake, an 18-year-old Adelaide Crows draftee, at Adelaide Oval. Read about their unique meeting and Marsh's reflections on his football past.
Fringe World 2026: Must-See Shows in Perth
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!
Adelaide Writers' Week boycott over author removal
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 funding cut proposed by councillor
An Adelaide City Councillor moves to pull funding from Writers' Week, proposing a rival 'guerilla festival' for 2026. Explore the potential impact on the city's cultural landscape.
Adelaide Writers' Week on Brink as Authors Withdraw
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.
Authors boycott Adelaide Writers' Week over racism claims
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.
Summernats 2026 Braddon Fringe Festival draws thousands
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 Announces 2025 Return to Townsville
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!
Palestinian advocate cut from Adelaide Writers' Week 2026
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.
New $200m Apartment Tower for Adelaide CBD
A 30-storey, $200 million apartment building is proposed for Adelaide's East End, promising luxury living and retail space. Discover the plans set to reshape the city skyline.
Adelaide House Prices Now Higher Than Melbourne
Adelaide's property market hits a national record, with median house prices now exceeding Melbourne's. Discover the latest figures and what this means for sellers and buyers across Australia.
New Adelaide University Opens Following Major Merger
Adelaide University officially launches today after a $450 million merger between two institutions. Staff are back on campus, with the first full student cohort arriving next week.
Adelaide's Luckiest Lottery Suburbs Exposed
New data reveals the Adelaide suburbs producing the most lottery millionaires. Find out if your postcode is on the lucky list and learn the secrets behind the wins.
Adelaide's Luckiest Lottery Suburbs Exposed
New data reveals the Adelaide suburbs that have produced the most lottery millionaires. Find out if your neighbourhood is a hot spot for life-changing wins.
Father-Son Cyclists Reach Adelaide on Global Charity Ride
George and Josh Kohler pedal into Adelaide, completing the Australian leg of their epic global charity ride for mental health and youth support. Read their inspiring story.
Beyond the Valley Festival 2024 Details Announced
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.
Tornado Hits Beyond the Valley Festival, Two Injured
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.
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