Kylie breaks Tension with first show of world tour
The hearts of Kylie fans are beating Padam Padam, with the start of the pop legend's Tension world tour.
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Dad brings the country, daughter the indie-pop
Country star Troy Cassar-Daley has won a record 45 Golden Guitars, but his pop singer daughter Jem might soon be more famous.
Uni freezes dance intake amid performing arts audit
The only university in Queensland to offer a dance qualification isn't taking new students. But with the Olympics in 2032, it will need more dancers than ever.
Creative Australia ditches Venice Biennale artistic duo
Arts funding body Creative Australia has dumped the artist and curator it selected to represent Australia at the Venice Biennale.
‘A huge event here’: Aussies pack pubs for Super Bowl
Thousands of sports fans have packed Australian pubs and clubs to watch the Philadelphia Eagles defeat the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX.
American novelist Tom Robbins dies at 92
Tom Robbins, best known for his novel Even Cowgirls Get the Blues that made him a cult favourite, has died at the age of 92.
Blending classical with country, all for love of music
Adding a classical flavour to her country-pop fan favourites is the latest passion project for an Indigenous singer-songwriter renowned for blending styles.
Actors win top film awards – without being on screen
At the 2025 AACTA Awards, motion capture performances and voice acting have been recognised for the first time.
Co-accused flies free as alleged ‘Pam’ vandal caged
Accused of trying to make sure everybody heard about "Pam the Bird", alleged vandal Jack Gibson-Burrell has lost his bid for bail.
Beyonce wins album of year Grammy for country record
Beyonce has secured the prestigious album of the year Grammy Award for her chart-topping country album Cowboy Carter.
Inspired by home and matriarchy, dancers hit the road
Indigenous dance company Bangarra is heading on tour with its cross-cultural ode to mothers and what it means to call somewhere home.
Accused ‘Pam the Bird’ graffiti vandal makes bail bid
The accused graffiti artist behind the notorious "Pam the Bird" murals has made an application for bail after being charged with 50 offences.
Alleged ‘Pam the Bird’, ‘Srock’ graffiti vandals busted
Two men are facing dozens of charges for the "Pam the Birdz' and "Srock" cartoon graffiti that's been prominently plastered across well-known landmarks.
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‘Healing’: Troy Cassar-Daley sweeps Golden Guitars
An emotional Troy Cassar-Daley has paid tribute to his family, as he took out five Golden Guitar awards at the Tamworth Country Music Festival.
Thandiwe Newton and Steve Zahn join Anaconda cast
Thandiwe Newton and Steve Zahn have joined the cast of Anaconda, currently filming in Australia with Paul Rudd and Jack Black.
Twin Peaks creator and filmmaker David Lynch dead at 78
David Lynch, the filmmaker behind Blue Velvet, Twin Peaks and Mulholland Drive, has died at the age of 78.
Architect’s hands-on approach reframing museum spaces
Worimi and Biripi architect Jack Gillmer has always had a passion for design but a three-month stint in Paris has helped explore new depths in his craft.
Kiwi King and Scottish swooner dazzle on Elvis Express
A wide variety of Elvis impersonators from Australia and overseas are descending on a bush town to celebrate the King of Rock'n'Roll's 90th birthday.
The Brutalist, Emilia Perez triumph at Golden Globes
The Brutalist and Emilia Perez have won top honours at the Golden Globes, while Australia stars missed out in Hollywood's star-studded start to awards season.
Sex and the city: Indigenous play ready to wow festival
After a successful Melbourne season, the play Jacky - which portrays the reality of city life for Indigenous people - is heading to the Sydney Festival.
Cities across the globe prepare to welcome the new year
Cities around the world are getting ready to ring in the new year with celebrations highlighting local cultures and traditions.
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New year welcomed with dazzling fireworks displays
The New Year has been welcomed with a bang in Australia with millions gathering to watch spectacular firework displays across the nation.
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Rain threatens new year party for east coast revellers
Festivities are ramping up across Australia as the nation prepares to farewell 2024 but rain may dampen the spirits of some.
Alec Baldwin’s movie manslaughter case dropped
Alec Baldwin's lawyers say he's been vindicated after prosecutors dropped an appeal so he won't be tried for manslaughter over a fatal shooting on a movie set.
Foxtel sale a game changer for sports fans, industry
The $3.4 billion sale of Foxtel Group to British streaming behemoth DAZN is being called a landmark for Australian sports broadcasting.
World famous NYE fireworks show veers off the rails
The threat of cancelling Sydney's famed New Year's Eve fireworks display due to union-led train disruptions has been dismissed as a scare campaign.
Do the Heelers eat popcorn? TV hit Bluey becomes a film
Forget Bluey's Dance Mode - the beloved children's TV series is in Film Mode, with a feature in the works for release in cinemas worldwide.
World leaders watch Notre-Dame reopen with a ‘merci’
Notre-Dame cathedral has it reopened after a devastating fire that brought the 860-year-old iconic Paris landmark close to collapse five years ago.
Tributes flow for trailblazer Tabberer: ‘a true icon’
Fashion legend Maggie Tabberer has been remembered for paving the way for Australian women with elegance, style, and determination.
Sum 41 cancel Australia leg of farewell tour
A "gutted" Sum 41 have cancelled their Australian tour dates amid Deryck Whibley's battle with pneumonia.
Agency collapse leaves performers in the junkyard
Comedians say they haven't been paid for weeks of gigs following the collapse of Junkyard Artist Management, which represents more than two dozen performers.