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Mackay student takes top prize in QLD Literary Competition

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A local Mackay student was honoured with an award on Wednesday evening at the Independent Education Union – Queensland and Northern Territory (IEU-QNT) and English Teachers’ Association of Queensland’s (ETAQ) annual Literary Competition presentation. Isabelle Refalo, from Mackay Northern Beaches State High School, won the Years 9 and 10 poetry category with her submission, “Blood-stained … Continued

Talent displayed by Queensland’s next generation of writers

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Queensland school students with a flair for writing were celebrated on Wednesday evening (6 August) as part of the Independent Education Union – Queensland and Northern Territory (IEU-QNT) and English Teachers’ Association of Queensland’s (ETAQ) annual Literary Competition. ETAQ President Carley Elliott said over 1500 submissions of poetry, short stories and non-fiction prose were entered … 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

Productivity Commission’s shortsighted recommendations are a blueprint for theft of nation’s creative and cultural assets

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  MEDIA STATEMENT  Wednesday, August 6, 2025    ________________________________________________________________________  The Media, Entertainment and Arts Alliance is dismayed by recommendations proposed by the Productivity Commission today, including its resistance to much-needed legislation and regulation that would protect Australia’s creative and media workforce from AI theft.    The Productivity Commission’s interim report, ‘Harnessing data and digital technology’, … 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

CHEESE AND CRACKERS, BLUEY’S WORLD JUST GOT EVEN MORE FUN… IF THAT’S POSSIBLE!

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With 300,000 visitors having stepped through the front door since its opening in November 2024, Bluey’s World continues to capture hearts, spark imaginations, and now deliver a refreshed experience for families and fans across Australia and beyond.  The immersive attraction, inspired by the globally beloved animated series Bluey, has quickly become one of Brisbane’s top … Continued

The TV WEEK Gold Logie Nominees receive a swag of products from Celebrity & Hollywood Gifting to celebrate their Nomination.

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To celebrate the 2025 TV WEEK Logie Awards Celebrity & Hollywood Gifting have delivered a curated gift box to Julia Morris, Sonia Kruger, Poh Ling Yeow, Hamish Blake, Allison Langdon, Lisa Millar and Lynne McGranger to celebrate their nomination. The gift box includes a selection of premium products from the following brands. Ikecho Australia, Juliane … Continued

“THE FALL OF PLASTIC CHIC” – THE CAMPAIGN CHALLENGING CAFÉS, CULTURE, AND GREENWASHING IN STYLE

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Terra Sol Studio launches The Fall of Plastic Chic, a bold visual campaign exposing the truth behind misleading sustainability claims in the packaging industry. High fashion. Cultural satire. Climate truth bombs.This isn’t your average eco campaign. Award-winning Australian design house Terra Sol Studio has unveiled a provocative new poster series turning the spotlight on one … 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