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Sidra Nissen wins 2025 IFAC Handa Australian Singing Competition

The 23-year-old Victorian mezzo-soprano takes home the prestigious Marianne Mathy Scholarship alongside additional prizes.

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2025 Geoffrey Parsons Award winner announced

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ILBIJERRI Theatre Company announces new leader

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September 25, 2025
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2025 Paul Lowin Prizes shortlist announced

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September 24, 2025
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Creative Australia announces 2025 Fellowships

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September 23, 2025
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2025 Screen Music Award nominees announced

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The October 2025 issue of Limelight is now available

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September 22, 2025
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September 21, 2025
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