Arts Minister Fifield promises overhaul of NPEA
Senator Fifield says he will make a decision in a matter of weeks after proper consultation with the arts sector.
October 28, 2015
Minister Fifield confirms: NPEA drastically unready
The new Arts Minister admits that the official guidelines remain unfinished and no assessors have been appointed.
October 21, 2015
SOH’s Culture Club delves into the minds of artists
A new lecture series at the Sydney Opera House will offer a fascinating exploration of the creative process.
October 14, 2015
David Sefton’s final Adelaide Festival promises a big bang
A pyrotechnic arena spectacular from France, and a dance coup from Germany crown Sefton’s swan song programme.
October 8, 2015
The final legacy of Brandis is a mistrust of Government
Can new Minister for the Arts Mitch Fifield convince the arts sector that he is not his predecessor? Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
October 2, 2015
ArtsPeak’s plea to State Governments: bailout for local artists
Ahead of this week’s Meeting of Cultural Ministers the arts advocacy group suggests emergency plan.
September 30, 2015
Arts Minister Fifield promises changes to NPEA guidelines
The new Arts Minister pledges to hear artists’ concerns, but still stays true to much of Brandis’ vision.
September 29, 2015
New Minister for the Arts Mitch Fifield stays loyal to Brandis’ NPEA
In an ABC Radio National interview Senator Fifield confirmed he would not overturn the hugely unpopular funding reforms. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
September 23, 2015
Artists lobby Turnbull: sack Senator Brandis
Ahead of Thursday’s ministerial reshuffle, artists appeal to the new PM to reverse arts funding cuts.
September 16, 2015
Brisbane Baroque wins big at 2015 Helpmann Awards
Faramondo, the headline act of the inaugural year of Leo Schofield’s Queensland festival wins five bobbys.
July 28, 2015
Australia Council outline changes to its grants programmes
Australia’s principal arts funding body has revised its grants programmes in response to major budget cuts. Continue reading Get unlimited digital access from $4 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in
July 23, 2015
ABC to close its network of shops across Australia
All 50 of the broadcaster’s retail outlets are to be shut, with 300 staff facing redundancy.
July 22, 2015
National Opera Review stalls as artists challenge arts cuts
The NOR misses the publication deadline for its findings, while artist submissions mount for senate inquiry into the NPEA.
July 21, 2015