Adelaide Festival FOI Request Delayed Until Post-Election
A Freedom of Information request for Adelaide Festival board minutes has been postponed until after the upcoming election, raising transparency concerns.
Category : World
Letters: VAD, Marriage Equality, and Flag Change Debated
Readers share perspectives on voluntary assisted dying, same-sex marriage impacts, and calls for a new Australian flag, alongside tennis commentary and climate change naming proposals.
Swiss Bar Fire Death Toll Rises to 41 After Teen Dies
An 18-year-old Swiss man has died from injuries sustained in the Crans-Montana bar fire, bringing the death toll to 41 in one of Switzerland's worst modern disasters.
Brisbane Dinosaur Footprint is Australia's Oldest Fossil
A fossilised dinosaur footprint discovered in Brisbane has been confirmed as Australia's oldest dinosaur fossil, dating back 230 million years, revealing new insights into the country's prehistoric past.
Kamila Valieva Returns to Ice After Doping Ban
Russian figure skater Kamila Valieva makes competitive comeback with quadruple jump at Russian championships, nearly four years after Beijing Olympics doping scandal.
Judge Quotes The Castle in Public Housing Ruling
An ACT Supreme Court judge has invoked The Castle's famous line in a ruling that found three long-term public housing tenants' human rights were breached by a relocation program.
Prince Andrew Scandal: New Epstein Photos Emerge
The royal family is in damage control after new Epstein files reveal compromising photos of Prince Andrew, increasing political pressure and legal troubles.
King Charles Surprises Runners at Charity 5K
Runners at a charity 5K in England were left stunned when King Charles made a surprise appearance, cheering them on from the sidelines to support cancer awareness.
Sarcasm: Australia's Unique Sign of Affection
Adrian Barich explores how sarcasm and brutal honesty form Australia's cultural identity, arguing these traits are signs of acceptance and mateship rather than rudeness.
Closure Sought on Sarah Spiers' Disappearance
Ben Harvey reflects on the enduring mystery of Sarah Spiers' 1996 disappearance, questioning if Perth will ever find closure in this dark chapter.
Canberra Jazz Festival in Peril as Grants Dry Up
Canberra's SoundOut jazz festival, a 17-year institution, has been forced to turn to crowdfunding after losing government grants, raising questions about its long-term survival.
Newcastle Dad Turns Trade Skills into Charity Gold
A Newcastle father and former sparky uses his trade skills to build intricate sci-fi cosplay, raising nearly $300,000 for charity through his creations and the Wasteland Collective.
Newcastle's Cultural Renaissance: Steel City to Arts Hub
Newcastle's performing arts scene has rebounded strongly post-pandemic, with record-breaking attendance and innovative programs cementing its status as a vibrant cultural destination.
Indigenous Artist Yalanda Edwards Paints Untold Stories
Geelong-based Indigenous artist Yalanda Edwards uses her vibrant paintings to convey cultural narratives and personal experiences that words alone cannot fully express.
Lacrima's Australian Premiere at Perth Festival 2026
French theatre director Caroline Guiela Nguyen brings her acclaimed production Lacrima to Perth Festival, exploring themes of secrecy, violence, and cultural identity through a multinational narrative.
WA Ballet, Harry Styles & Perth Designer at Paris Fashion Week
From WA Ballet's world premieres at Quarry Amphitheatre to Harry Styles' new single and a Perth jewellery designer showcasing at Paris Fashion Week.
Aussies in US Fear ICE, Consider Fleeing Amid Crackdown
Australian expats living in Minnesota reveal horror at aggressive ICE immigration raids targeting communities, with some considering returning to Australia after shootings and arrests.
Newcastle Mourns Media Icon Paul Scott at 64
The Newcastle community is grieving the passing of beloved columnist and academic Paul Scott, remembered as a witty, compassionate advocate for the city and a stalwart of Surfest.
Newcastle Herald Short Story Winners Revealed for 2026
The Newcastle Herald's 2026 Short Story Competition winners have been announced, with Karen Whitelaw, Jacob Moore, and Ned Stephenson exploring themes of climate anxiety, loss, and human connection through powerful narratives.
Newcastle Fringe 2026: Unfiltered Art and Creativity
The Newcastle Fringe Festival 2026 promises three weeks of unfiltered, open-access performances across Hamilton, Newcastle Precinct, and Beach 'Burbs, featuring over 250 shows from local and international artists.
Newcastle Couple's Sourdough Sparks Arts Hub
Musicians Niamh Bellicanta and Tim Evans turned a shared passion for sourdough baking into Theydy's, a vibrant community arts and ecology hub in Hamilton North's Clyde Street Arts precinct.
Cape York Space Company's Second Launch Fails to Reach Orbit
Bloomfield's space venture in Cape York has encountered another setback, failing to achieve orbit on its second attempt, raising questions about the future of Australia's commercial space ambitions.
Townsville's 50 Best Public Art Stories Revealed
A new guide unveils the fascinating stories behind Townsville's 50 best public artworks, celebrating the city's vibrant cultural landscape and artistic heritage.
Columnist's Reflection on Roads Not Taken in Life and Politics
Ian Warden ponders the paths not taken in his career and Australian history, from political thundering to Canberra's alternative designs, inspired by Robert Frost's poetry.
East Perth Cemeteries: WA's Untold Colonial History
The historic East Perth Cemeteries, now managed by the National Trust, preserve the stories of WA's early settlers, from governors to paupers, offering a poignant glimpse into the colony's formative years.
Tandanya's New Vision for First Nations Hub in Adelaide
Tandanya unveils a transformative new design under CEO Brenz Saunders, aiming to revitalise the Grenfell Street institution as a vibrant First Nations cultural centre at a lower cost than the proposed Tarrkarri project.
Readers Suggest Alternative Adelaide Writers' Week
Adelaide residents have written to the editor advocating for an alternative Writers' Week, citing concerns over inclusivity and diversity in the current festival format.
Valentine's Day Concert Returns to Claremont Park
The popular A Night on Bay View concert returns to Claremont Park on February 14 featuring WASO performing Phantom of the Opera and Beauty and the Beast scores with soprano Lorina Gore.
Outback Music Festival Expands North to Mount Isa
Queensland's major outback music festival is expanding its reach northward, adding a grand finale event in Mount Isa to celebrate regional arts and culture.
Sue Trethowan-Jones: Geelong Media Pioneer's Journey
The remarkable life of Geelong media trailblazer Sue Trethowan-Jones, from a challenging childhood to a glamorous career in journalism and public relations.
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