Cryptic campaign points to Powderfinger reunion
Mysterious billboards and social media postings from Australian music legends Powderfinger all point to one thing, one of the band's oldest associates says.
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Going out with a bash: remote music festival calls time
Rising costs, wild weather and complex logistics have spelled the end of an outback music festival, which had become an annual pilgrimage for many Australians.
‘Gobsmacked’: emblem response thrills 2032 Games boss
A largely positive response to the leaked 2032 Brisbane Games emblem has thrilled organisers as they sweat on the Olympic sport program being finalised.
Inside billionaire’s bargain waterfront arena lease
A sports arena has been leased by a state government to the billionaire owner of the National Basketball League for less than the cost of a house in the area.
‘Sense of unease’: art show explores nation’s dark past
An exhibition of the work of one of Australia's most famous painters, Sidney Nolan, explores the darker aspects of the nation's history, its curator says.
Art show gives the mudskipper its moment in the sun
The contemporary art scene has never paid much attention to the humble mudskipper, until Justene Williams, who shows that art is where you find it.
‘So lucky’: Kylie lights up rain-soaked AFL grand final
Homegrown hero Kylie Minogue has dazzled the AFL grand final with pyrotechnics, wardrobe changes and a selection of her biggest hits.
Footy codes unite on Aussie rules’ big day
A decades-old club tradition has again hosted a who's who of politics and Aussie Rules ahead of AFL's biggest day, where an unlikely star stole the limelight.
Kylie fans will finally be so lucky at footy’s big day
A homegrown superstar has promised fans a show like no other when she headlines a pre-game entertainment line-up at the AFL grand final for the first time.
‘Tough as they come’: rocker Angry Anderson remembered
Angry Anderson, the Rose Tattoo frontman, actor and advocate has died, prompting an outpouring of tributes from musicians and media stars at home and abroad.
Book by Princess Diana’s brother reopens old wounds
The memoir written by Princess Diana's brother, Charles Spencer, has been released after attracting headlines for its damaging allegations about the King.
Rebel Wilson in ‘last chance’ call over $1m film fee
A film company suing Hollywood star Rebel Wilson sought an urgent phone call with her and other producers after halting funds in a dispute over fees.
Ed Sheeran contemplated quitting performing over row
An emotional Ed Sheeran has confided in fans about his tumultuous week, admitting he'd made 'mistakes' and condemned the conflict in Gaza as 'catastrophic'.
From the bush to the Opera House, choir raises the roof
A youth choir program that runs across 80 remote communities is celebrating two decades of changing rural children's lives through the power of music.
Arts groups fear fallout of looming NDIS funding cuts
Disability arts organisations from around Australia fear cuts to the NDIS will destroy career pathways and reduce vital mental health and social supports.
Dropping Macklemore from tour not my decision: Sheeran
Four supporting acts have quit Ed Sheeran's US tour after Macklemore was removed for his pro-Palestinian comments onstage.
Stefanovic denies ‘oppressing’ podcast business partner
TV host-turned-podcaster Karl Stefanovic and the co-owner of his company have fallen out, with a court set to decide their fate.
Widow’s Bay scores big, The Pitt wins again at Emmys
Widow's Bay has stormed the Emmy Awards, breaking a record for a comedy series, including best comedy series and three acting wins.
The Pitt leads Emmy nominees with 25 nods
Hollywood will host America's most coveted TV honours as the stars of the small screen prepare to walk the red carpet at the 78th annual Emmy Awards ceremony.
Drawing a line: disability arts sector fears NDIS cuts
A studio for artists with intellectual disabilities has produced an Archibald finalist but cuts to the NDIS have the arts disability sector worried.
Sore heads as Aussie NFL fans go into party overtime
Aussie NFL fans have kicked on after hosting a season match for the first time, with a sea of red and blue jerseys taking over Melbourne pubs.
Politics hits a high note as MPs join pub choir
Politicians and their staff traded politics for performance during a 'Pub Choir' rendition of a Crowded House classic.
The Pitt, Hacks, Pluribus could triumph in early Emmys
The Television Academy is presenting the majority of its primetime Emmys this weekend at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles
Man or monster? Macbeth holds a mirror to modern morals
Australian audiences may reflect on modern politics in a touring production of Macbeth, as the tortured protagonist embarks on a merciless quest for power.
Fireworks spectacular lights Australia’s Olympic city
The Riverfire event has drawn an estimated 500,000 people to see fireworks set off from bridges, barges and city buildings.
Fijian circus takes off, as crowds build for Riverfire
Crowds are building along the Brisbane River for the Riverfire display, as Fiji's first ever circus shows off under the big top.
Ferry strike turns up heat on Riverfire festival crowds
The Brisbane Festival kicks off, with extra transport in place to cope with crowds at the city's popular Riverfire event.
Goal-kicking AFLW theatre tackles state of the nation
Playwright Suzie Miller describes Strong is the New Pretty as her state-of-the-nation play, told through the story of the AFL women's league.
Mates jump at Green Shadows to get bus to Birdsville
A man who races yabbies and auctions goldfish couldn't resist a stake in a nag that never made it in the city, but is a red-hot chance in the dust and dirt.
Dance of death is a disco as world premiere looms
Are you going to die? Then the latest show from Queensland dance company The Farm might be for you.
Jury finds ex-gang leader guilty of murdering Tupac
A former gang leader is facing life in prison after being found guilty of murdering rapper Tupac Shakur, in a case that has gripped hip-hop fans for decades.