Bowral Autumn Music Festival: An afternoon with Elena Kats-Chernin

St. Judes Church, Bowral 38 Bendooley St, Bowral, NSW, Australia
Upon arrival in the foyer, guests will be welcomed with a glass of sparkling wine. The main presentation will commence at 2:30pm in the Traditional building, and a delicious High Tea served at 3:30pm in the Auditorium will conclude the afternoon. (Total event duration approx: 2.5 hours, no interval during…

Brisbane Festival: Brisbane 2032 & Beyond – Visionaries Shaping the Future

QPAC Corner Melbourne St and Grey St, South Bank, QLD, Australia
As Brisbane prepares to step onto the world stage for the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, how can we unlock the full force of our city’s creative, cultural, and entrepreneurial potential—and ensure the legacy we leave is bold, inclusive, and future-facing? In this dynamic and forward-looking conversation, Courier-Mail Editor Chris Jones brings together four…

Sydney Opera House: Crying the Land to Life – A Journey into Yolngu Women’s Song Spirals

Sydney Opera House Sydney, NSW, Australia
Join co-authors Merrkiyawuy Ganambarr-Stubbs and Djawandil Maymuru in conversation with Rosealee Pearson and Elizabeth Weiss for a powerful discussion on Song Spirals, the award-winning work by the Gay’wu Group of Women that received the 2020 Prime Minister's Award for Non-Fiction. Discover how this influential book has shaped Rosealee’s artistic practice and…

Sydney Opera House: Singing Up Country – Stories, Songlines & Sisterhood

Sydney Opera House Sydney, NSW, Australia
Step into the world of Arrkula Yinbayarra in this panel presentation blending storytelling, visuals, and live conversation. Through photos, video, and personal reflections, the women share the journey of creating their album Waralungku on Country in Borroloola, the legacy of the groundbreaking first recording by their grandmothers, mothers and aunties, and…
26th International River Symposium

Brisbane Festival: 26th International River Symposium

The Star Brisbane 33 William St, Brisbane City, QLD, Australia
Since emerging from Brisbane Festival in 1998, the International River Symposium (IRS) has united those who live and work at the intersection of science, strategy, and sustainability. Whether you're into data, policy, on-ground action, or cross-sector collaboration, the IRS is your platform to connect, share, and drive meaningful change. Returning…
26th International River Symposium

Brisbane Festival: 26th International River Symposium

The Star Brisbane 33 William St, Brisbane City, QLD, Australia
Since emerging from Brisbane Festival in 1998, the International River Symposium (IRS) has united those who live and work at the intersection of science, strategy, and sustainability. Whether you're into data, policy, on-ground action, or cross-sector collaboration, the IRS is your platform to connect, share, and drive meaningful change. Returning…
26th International River Symposium

Brisbane Festival: 26th International River Symposium

The Star Brisbane 33 William St, Brisbane City, QLD, Australia
Since emerging from Brisbane Festival in 1998, the International River Symposium (IRS) has united those who live and work at the intersection of science, strategy, and sustainability. Whether you're into data, policy, on-ground action, or cross-sector collaboration, the IRS is your platform to connect, share, and drive meaningful change. Returning…

Sydney Fringe Festival: FEAST

Hurstville Entertainment Centre 16 Macmahon St, Hurstville, NSW, Australia
It’s time to FEAST with Jennifer Wong and friends! Enjoy a shared Korean-style dinner while delighting in hilarious tales of cooking disasters, juicy confessions, and salty revelations. After two sold-out FEASTs at Sydney Fringe, comedian Jennifer Wong (Chopsticks or Fork?) is back to host an all-star menu of storytellers. Dishing…
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Adelaide Guitar Festival: Riffing with Zan Rowe

Adelaide Festival Centre Adelaide, SA, Australia
Curated by Artistic Director Slava Grigoryan, this year’s festival highlights include John Butler’s Prism tour, a double bill featuring Catalan virtuoso Lau Noah and Lior, a world-premiere extravaganza celebrating the 50th anniversary of Led Zeppelin’s Physical Graffiti with the Southern Cross Symphony Orchestra, and an evening of storytelling by Barkindji songwoman Nancy…

WOW Australia: The WOW Show: In search of the Hope Brigade

QPAC Corner Melbourne St and Grey St, South Bank, QLD, Australia
The world is on fire, and the news feels relentless. Rights are being rolled back across the globe, and the UN says gender equality is still 134 years away. It’s easy to feel hopeless, but the founder of the global WOW — Women of the World movement, Jude Kelly, believes…

Brisbane Festival: The Great Debate

QPAC Corner Melbourne St and Grey St, South Bank, QLD, Australia
It’s the age-old question every Brisbanite has an opinion on: which side of the river is better — north or south? In this lively and laughter-filled showdown, a line-up of iconic locals go head-to-head in a battle of wit, pride and hometown loyalty. Two determined teams will face off in…
Music and Mindfulness

Australian Baroque: Music and Mindfulness

School of Practical Philosophy, Burswood 13 Teague St, Burswood, WA, Australia
Immerse yourself in a transformative series of concerts that blend exquisite Baroque music with guided mindfulness exercises. Presented by Australian Baroque in collaboration with the School of Practical Philosophy, each concert features one of three presenters who will guide you through mindful listening, creating a deeper and more enriching connection…

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