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*** MEDIA ALERT: STAFF WALK OFF JOB @ ART GALLERY OF NSW ***

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WHAT: Art Gallery of NSW Workers Walk off the Job & Protest   WHEN: NOON TODAY, Wednesday 27th August   WHERE: Art Gallery of the NSW, Art Gallery Road, The Domain Quotes attributable to Public Service Association Assistant General Secretary, Troy Wright.   “Our members have had a gutful and will walk off the job … Continued

Celebrating the best of ocean photography on World Photography Day

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Finalists for the 2025 Ocean Photographer of the Year Award World Premiere exhibition to open November 6 On August 19, World Photography Day, the Australian National Maritime Museum is proud to celebrate the finalists for Oceanographic Magazine’s Ocean Photographer of the Year 2025. These breathtaking images will be on show at the World Premiere exhibition … Continued

Say Hello to Hello Cocky! — The Most Dramatic Bird in the Business

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Key Facts: Publication date: 5th August 2025. Celebrated duo, Hilary Bell and Antonia Pesenti. Distinctive Australian Wildlife: Showcases the charismatic cockatoo, celebrating its unique personality and place in Australian culture and environments.     Cockatoos: The Born Performers of the Bird World With their flamboyant crests, expressive body language, and undeniable flair for drama, cockatoos … Continued

Announcing the shortlists for the 2025 Prime Minister’s Literary Awards

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Creative Australia has today revealed the shortlist for the 2025 Prime Minister’s Literary Awards, the richest literary prize in the nation. The awards celebrate the exceptional talents of emerging and established Australian writers, illustrators, poets, and historians.      The Prime Minister’s Literary Awards acknowledge the contribution of Australian literature to the nation’s cultural and intellectual life. … Continued

Screenrights’ Response to the Productivity Commission’s Interim Report on Harnessing data and digital technology

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Screenrights has voiced its concerns regarding the potential erosion of copyright and its impact on members and the broader screen and creative industries.   “While we acknowledge the productivity benefits of AI advancements, a text and data mining exception to copyright will favour overseas tech companies at the cost of Australian creators,” said Screenrights Board … Continued

Creative Australia backs new arts and health initiative to strengthen community connection

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Creative Australia has today announced a new two-year initiative that aims to strengthen the role of the arts in health and community care, helping to improve wellbeing and support stronger, more socially connected communities. The launch today of the Creative Health Alliance Australia coincides with National Loneliness Awareness Week (4-10 August), offering a timely and positive … Continued

RACV SUPPORTS THE RETURN OF INTERNATIONAL FOTO BIENNALE IN BALLARAT

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World class photography will return to Ballarat for the International Foto Biennale, supported by RACV, from 23 August to 19 October. The Ballarat International Foto Biennale is one of Australia’s leading photographic festivals that transforms Ballarat and its surrounding regions into a vibrant hub for contemporary photography and visual storytelling This year’s theme, Lifeforce, explores … Continued

Wenona Byrne appointed Director, Writing Australia

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Creative Australia is delighted to announce the appointment of Wenona Byrne to lead the work of Writing Australia.   Adrian Collette AM, CEO of Creative Australia said,   “Wenona has served as the Head of Literature at Creative Australia since 2017 with responsibility for strategic initiatives that support the literary sector and grant programs. Prior … Continued

Science meets art in Garvan’s ‘Art of Discovery’ exhibition for National Science Week

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Key Facts: Public exhibition details: ●      Location: Garvan Institute of Medical Research, 384 Victoria St, Darlinghurst NSW ●      Opening days: Monday–Friday during National Science Week and the following week (11–22 August 2025) ●      Hours: 2pm–5pm ●      Admission: Free ●      Accessibility: The venue is wheelchair accessible ●      Website: www.garvan.org.au/art-of-discovery ●      Contact: [email protected] The Garvan Institute is … Continued

Outback moment wins Australian Life top prize

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Riley Swanson on the Roma Southern Road by Carly Earl has won this year’s prestigious Australian Life photography competition.     The image depicting young drovers on an old stock route in rural Australia won the picture editor a $10,000 cash prize, after being selected from 30 finalists, a mix of amateurs and professionals.   … Continued