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First Peoples artists invited to transform Melbourne’s trams in 2027
First Peoples artists with connections to Victoria are being invited to take the...
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'On Country' returns to Australia with Indigenous stories at its centre
'On Country: Photography from Australia' will make its Australian premiere at Me...
Joseph Guenzler 30 Sep 2026
Exhibition celebrating First Nations ceramics to show at Hawkesbury Regional Gallery
The National Gallery of Australia's touring exhibition Of This Earth: Transformi...
Phoebe Blogg 30 Sep 2026
'Who We Forgot': Indigenous artist awarded Napier Waller Art Prize
Bard, Jawi saltwater man Ron Bradfield Jnr has been awarded the 2026 Napier Wall...
Phoebe Blogg 29 Sep 2026
First Nations creative agency to support Ngali in Paris through Global Gateways program
Little Rocket — one of Australia's largest First Nations-owned and operated crea...
Phoebe Blogg 29 Sep 2026
First Nations creatives to feature at Geelong Design Week

Geelong Design Week will present its biggest program yet with more than 100 exhibitions, workshops, talks, tours, performances and public activations from October 1-11.

Phoebe Blogg Phoebe Blogg Sep 29, 2026
Liverpool celebrates 34th Annual Mil-Pra Aboriginal Education Consultative Group Exhibition & Art Prize

The winners of the 34th Annual Mil-Pra Aboriginal Education Consultative Group (AECG) Exhibition & Art Prize were announced at the exhibition launch and awards presentation at Liverpool Powerhouse...

Phoebe Blogg Phoebe Blogg Sep 28, 2026
Fashion parade illuminates Fitzroy Crossing

Indigenous models wore locally-designed clothes decorated by vivid colours and Aboriginal patterns during the SKUTTA '26 fashion parade in Fitzroy Crossing on Tuesday evening.

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Ronan O’Connell Sep 25, 2026
Cairns Indigenous Art Fair artists reach for the stars to launch 2027 theme

A constellation of First Nations artists has come together to launch Cairns Indigenous Art Fair's 18th season, each contributing a star to a collaborative hero artwork bringing CIAF's 2027 theme, Supe...

Phoebe Blogg Phoebe Blogg Sep 25, 2026
Indigiearth partners with The Great Graze to showcase Indigenous food culture

Aboriginal-owned hospitality business Indigiearth will showcase First Nations cuisine at the The Great Graze on Sydney's Barangaroo waterfront next month.

Phoebe Blogg Phoebe Blogg Sep 25, 2026
First Nations artists to feature in new UMI Arts exhibition

Two established First Nations artists will take the next step in their professional practice next month when UMI Arts unveils Exhibition Ready 2026, featuring 12 new works by Hopevale artist Shane Gib...

Phoebe Blogg Phoebe Blogg Sep 24, 2026
Newcastle's New Annual Festival to spotlight First Nations talent

Taking place from September 25 to October 4, Newcastle's New Annual Festival creates space for artists whose work bridges 60,000 years of Country, community and cultural memory with today.

Phoebe Blogg Phoebe Blogg Sep 23, 2026
First Nations artists featured in National Gallery of Australia summer blockbuster 'Full Throttle'

First Nations artists will feature strongly in the National Gallery of Australia's Full Throttle, an exhibition exploring the art and culture of one of the most potent and persistent symbols of the mo...

Phoebe Blogg Phoebe Blogg Sep 23, 2026
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National Indigenous Times culture section serves as Australia's premier platform for celebrating diverse cultural heritage while showcasing contemporary creative expression across the nation. Our...
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National Indigenous Times culture section serves as Australia's premier platform for celebrating diverse cultural heritage while showcasing contemporary creative expression across the nation. Our cultural coverage bridges ancient traditions with modern artistic innovations, demonstrating the dynamic, evolving nature of Australian culture through unique perspectives often missing from mainstream cultural media. From the beginning of our publication, we have championed Australian arts, supporting creative Australia initiatives and highlighting how arts and culture form a central pillar of national identity, connecting communities across the continent from Brisbane to Melbourne and beyond.

Visual Arts & Contemporary Expression

Visual arts coverage features both emerging and established artists working across traditional and contemporary mediums throughout Australia. From traditional painting techniques passed down through generations to digital installations and contemporary urban artworks, we explore how Australian artists are pushing creative boundaries while maintaining connections to cultural heritage. Aboriginal culture and first nations arts receive comprehensive coverage, with indigenous artists contributing to galleries across the country. The National Gallery and major cultural institutions showcase Australians's arts sector, with organisations supporting development of new artworks and cultural practices that reflect contemporary Australia.

Indigenous & Contemporary Artworks

Indigenous Australians continue to shape the visual arts landscape, with aboriginal artists creating painting and multimedia works that tell stories of land, country, and cultural beliefs. These artworks connect ancient traditions with modern artistic expression, often featuring representations of animal spirits, natural landscapes, and ancestral stories. Creative industries support these artists through funding programs and gallery partnerships, ensuring that first nations arts remain a vibrant part of Australians's cultural identity. Research shows that indigenous artists often become cultural ambassadors, sharing their heritage with audiences worldwide.

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