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Parrtjima light festival wraps up with its inaugural open-air orchestral performance
The 10th edition of Parrtjima – A Festival in Light has officially wrapped up in Alice Springs as one of the biggest editions in the event’s history, with the milestone marked...
Apr 15, 2025
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Bangkok Water Festival the centrepiece of Thailand's year-long tourism and sport campaign
Thailand’s Maha Songkran World Water Festival 2025 is underway in Bangkok with the festival being the centrepiece of the ‘Amazing Thailand Grand Tourism and Sports Year 2025’,...
Apr 14, 2025
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Transformation of Cutaway at Barangaroo reaches halfway mark
The transformation of the Cutaway - a cavernous space that sits below the eastern end of Barangaroo Reserve on Sydney’s waterfront - into a premier cultural destination has...
Apr 13, 2025
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Students from remote schools benefit from in-term lessons at Balgo Swimming Pool
Over the past six months, children from three remote Western Australian schools have been diving into fun and lifesaving swimming lessons at the Balgo Remote Swimming Pool. Run...
Apr 13, 2025
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Neon Dreams fully accessible roller rink among offerings for Vivid Sydney 2025
For Vivid Sydney 2025, Neon Dreams, a luminescent homage to the 1950’s diner, lands in Darling Harbour with a roller rink welcoming seasoned skaters and novices while also being...
Apr 12, 2025
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Arts Northern Rivers report highlights insights, challenges and opportunities
A comprehensive research project - ‘Who We Are’ commissioned by Arts Northern Rivers (ANR) provides a new analysis of the sector’s scale, resilience and future opportunities....
Apr 11, 2025
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Amphitheatre opens as part of $7.6 million Katherne Arts and Culture Centre transformation
The Northern Territory Government’s $7.6 million transformation of Godinymayin Yijard Rivers Arts and Culture Centre in Katherine was celebrated last night at the grand opening...
Apr 8, 2025
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Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa hosts ‘Our Changing City’ interactive digital exhibition
The interactive digital installation ‘Our Changing City’ is now live at Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa in the Te Taiao exhibition space with the exhibition inviting...
Apr 7, 2025
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New security cameras installed to protect heritage value of South Australia’s Koonalda Cave
Located in South Australia’s Far West, Koonalda Cave contains heritage features and natural values that are highly vulnerable to environmental changes and damage caused by...
Apr 7, 2025
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Imperial Hotel added to NSW Heritage Register
The Imperial Hotel, an iconic inner Sydney LGBTQIA+ landmark, has been listed on the NSW State Heritage Register, recognising its deep cultural and historical significance. The...
Apr 7, 2025
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Parrtjima Festival opening attracts thousands to Alice Springs
The opening weekend of Parrtjima – A Festival in Light attracted thousands of visitors to Alice Springs (Mparntwe) for a dazzling celebration of First Nations culture, art, and...
Apr 7, 2025
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Creative Australia launches Giving Day to the Arts
Creative Australia has announced the introduction of a new initiative - Giving Day to the Arts - designed to elevate the public value of the arts in the consciousness of...
Apr 6, 2025
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Parramatta Square secures Asia Pacific Place Governance award
Parramatta Square has secured the Place Governance award at the 2024 Place Leaders Asia Pacific Awards in Darwin overnight in recognition of it being one of the best managed...
Apr 4, 2025
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Tourism Council WA launches toolkit to support building connections with First Nations people
Western Australian tourism businesses are being encouraged to enhance their inclusivity of Aboriginal culture and increase collaboration with First Nations communities. To...
Apr 3, 2025
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MusicSA welcomes State Cultural Policy and additional $1.5 million annual funding for local music
MusicSA has welcomed the release of South Australia’s landmark 'State Cultural Policy A Place to Create', and the reaffirmation of $80 million in long-term investment for the...
Apr 2, 2025
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Community feedback invited on plans for Parramatta's reimagined Riverside Theatres
Parramatta’s Riverside Theatres redevelopment is moving forward with the community invited to have their say on this state-significant development being publicly exhibited on...
Apr 2, 2025
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Construction underway on Geelong Arts Centre church redevelopment
With access to affordable performance spaces being key to fostering a thriving creative scene, Geelong Arts Centre is strengthening its position as one of Australia’s largest...
Apr 1, 2025
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South Australian Government launches inaugural 10 year Cultural Policy
The South Australian Government has launched the state’s first 10-year Cultural Policy, 'A Place to Create', designed to ensure all South Australians have access to arts,...
Mar 31, 2025
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Japan’s Sumo Hall entertainment experience draws international visitors
Japan’s ‘THE SUMO HALL HIRAKUZA OSAKA’ located in central Osaka, is an inbound-focused sumo entertainment show hall, introducing the rich history and culture of sumo, a Japanese...
Mar 31, 2025
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Expressions of Interest now open for Advisory Group to implement Equity Arts and Disability Plan
Expressions of Interest are being sought from d/Deaf and disabled artists, arts workers and screen practitioners across Australia to join an Implementation Advisory Group to...
Mar 31, 2025
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Auckland arts sector secures Council funding boost
Auckland Council funding will be distributed among 22 arts organisations to deliver events and activities across Tāmaki Makaurau, in the latest round of Regional Arts and...
Mar 30, 2025
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First Destination Management Plan released for Wagga Wagga
Wagga Wagga City Council has endorsed the Wagga Wagga Destination Management Plan 2025-2034, which will guide the development of the visitor economy in the Wagga Wagga Local...
Mar 30, 2025
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Australian tourism operators supported via ATEC's Philippines and Thailand Host programs
The Australian Tourism Export Council is delivering two new training programs - the Philippines Host and Thailand Host programs - to equip Australian tourism businesses with the...
Mar 30, 2025
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Kate Gould departs Brisbane Powerhouse for Chief Executive role at Adelaide Festival Centre
Renowned and passionate arts leader, Kate Gould is moving on from her current role as Chief Executive and Artistic Director of Brisbane Powerhouse to take on her new role as...
Mar 28, 2025
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