America’s democracy is eroding under a second Trump term – and the implications for Australia are shocking and undeniable. Where to from here? Seeping into Australia from all directions, Trumpism has ...

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In this special event, Michael Bachelard and author Chris Masters unveil the four outstanding works shortlisted for the 2025 Australian Political Book of the Year Award. The Australian Political Book ...

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The 2025 Emerging Writers' Festival kicks off this Thursday 11 September. This year's festival is a celebration of community and creativity and brings together some of the most exciting new voices in ...

In this honest, intimate and fearless discussion, journalist and broadcaster Tracey Lee Holmes reflects on her trailblazing career and remarkable life in sport. For over 30 years, Tracey Lee Holmes ...

Rising stars Patrick Lenton, Sashi Perera and Sinéad Stubbins come together to talk comedy, tragedy and the millennial condition, with host Brodie Lancaster. Ask any millennial: life is hard. The ...

What is it like being the son of one of Australia’s most revered authors? Bryce Courtenay was one of Australia's most beloved authors, captivating readers with engrossing, deeply moving works like The ...

Gain a new perspective on your creative practice with award-winning author Laura Jean McKay, in this special seminar for writers of all levels. Taking the wrong path and making mistakes – we've all ...

Canada and New Zealand began signing treaties with their respective First Nations people centuries ago. Why is Australia so far behind? Treaty offers an opportunity for everyone who calls Victoria ...

Embark on a fascinating journey through physics, art and the night sky with superstar theoretical astrophysicist, Dr Katie Mack. Can we really know what happened at the beginning of the universe? Or ...

Introduce your children to the magic of live music with Orchestra Victoria! The water in the Yaba River is low, the country is in a drought, the waterbirds are hungry. Bila the Spoonbill knows he must ...