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You’re not dreamin’: The Castle to become a stage play

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VOCES8 to make exclusive Australian appearance at AFCM in 2027

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Creative Australia announces 2026-27 Creative Futures Fund recipients

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Tasmanian pianist wins 2026 Lev Vlassenko Piano Competition

Sheng-Yuan Lynch triumphs in the competition's Grand Final in Brisbane.

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