What took so long? Boy from the bush embraces new fans
A love of country music made Aussie star Lee Kernaghan the uncoolest kid in school but now he's among friends as new fans flock to his shows.
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Hadi Matar guilty of attempted murder of Salman Rushdie
A US jury has found Hadi Matar guilty of attempting to murder the novelist Salman Rushdie.
Flood of troubles continues for shuttered Art Museum
It's unknown when, or if, Brisbane's QUT Art Museum will reopen its doors after flood damage and a decision to nix its 2025 exhibition program.
Remapping stories of shared connection through dance
Listening and feeling the sounds of mother earth is at the heart of a dance piece co-choreographers say has the power to heal.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Moving mountains, Sarah Blasko comes to the country
The acclaimed singer-songwriter hopes audiences will sit with her in life's highs and lows, as she tours a deeply personal album across country Australia.
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.
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.
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.
‘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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
‘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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.