Kerrie O’Brien
@kobrienwriterau.bsky.social
Senior writer, culture, for The Age and the Sydney Morning Herald
Helen Garner, Trent Dalton, Geraldine Brooks and Alexis Wright lead outcry against proposed State Library Victoria cuts www.theage.com.au/culture/book...
Helen Garner, Trent Dalton lead outcry on State Library cuts
Planned changes include reducing the number of reference librarians available, and fewer computers for the public.
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December 3, 2025 at 10:50 PM
Helen Garner, Trent Dalton, Geraldine Brooks and Alexis Wright lead outcry against proposed State Library Victoria cuts www.theage.com.au/culture/book...
Twas a joy to chat with @willdalrymple.bsky.social about truth-telling in history, the indigenous people of Palestine, and the massive, often overlooked, contributions made by India to the world. Listen here podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/g...
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November 28, 2025 at 5:46 AM
Twas a joy to chat with @willdalrymple.bsky.social about truth-telling in history, the indigenous people of Palestine, and the massive, often overlooked, contributions made by India to the world. Listen here podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/g...
Despite many being in acting positions, State Library Victoria management are proposing wholesale cuts and changes to the services it provides. Staff are alarmed, anxious and stressed www.theage.com.au/national/vic...
State Library proposes major cuts to staff and services
The library plans halve the number of reference librarians it employs and reduce the number of computers available for public use in a move that has outraged staff.
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November 22, 2025 at 3:59 AM
Despite many being in acting positions, State Library Victoria management are proposing wholesale cuts and changes to the services it provides. Staff are alarmed, anxious and stressed www.theage.com.au/national/vic...
How this artist is reinventing the idea of an Aussie one poster at a time www.theage.com.au/culture/art-...
How this artist is reinventing the idea of an Aussie, one poster at a time
Peter Drew’s “Aussie” series of works on walls across the country asks questions about identity and who belongs in this country – but not everyone is happy to see them.
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November 17, 2025 at 8:45 AM
How this artist is reinventing the idea of an Aussie one poster at a time www.theage.com.au/culture/art-...
Sacked pianist @JaysonGillham’s case against the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra to run for three weeks www.theage.com.au/culture/musi...
Sacked pianist Jayson Gillham’s case against MSO to run for three weeks
At the heart of the issue is freedom of expression for employees – especially artists.
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November 12, 2025 at 10:28 AM
Sacked pianist @JaysonGillham’s case against the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra to run for three weeks www.theage.com.au/culture/musi...
Beware politial attempts to rewrite history: @willdalrymple.bsky.social www.theage.com.au/culture/tv-a...
Beware political attempts to rewrite history: William Dalrymple
The Scottish author and podcaster says anyone wanting to manipulate the truth of times past must be stopped.
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October 31, 2025 at 9:54 PM
Beware politial attempts to rewrite history: @willdalrymple.bsky.social www.theage.com.au/culture/tv-a...
Why this former ABC journalist is exploring porn www.theage.com.au/culture/tv-a...
‘We are oblivious’: Why this former ABC journalist is exploring pornography
Is porn really addictive? What impact is it having? How do I talk to my kids about it? These issues and more are explored in a new podcast.
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October 15, 2025 at 6:49 AM
Why this former ABC journalist is exploring porn www.theage.com.au/culture/tv-a...
'He went where others weren't': war correspondent John Martinkus dies www.theage.com.au/culture/book...
‘He went where others weren’t’: War correspondent John Martinkus dies
The Melbourne-born war correspondent made his name reporting on East Timor.
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September 16, 2025 at 8:40 AM
'He went where others weren't': war correspondent John Martinkus dies www.theage.com.au/culture/book...
The Australian War Memorial changes prestigious book prize rules to reject Ben Roberts-Smith expose. www.theage.com.au/culture/book...
Australian War Memorial changes book prize rules to reject Ben Roberts-Smith exposé
When the judges announced acclaimed journalist Chris Masters as the winner, it proved a step too far for the institution.
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September 12, 2025 at 11:22 AM
The Australian War Memorial changes prestigious book prize rules to reject Ben Roberts-Smith expose. www.theage.com.au/culture/book...
Siang Lu wins 2025 Miles Franklin award for Ghost Cities www.theage.com.au/culture/book...
Miles Franklin Award makes history with 2025 winner, Siang Lu
The winner of the coveted $60,000 literary prize was blown away to make the longlist. Winning it has left him lost for words.
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July 24, 2025 at 8:33 AM
Siang Lu wins 2025 Miles Franklin award for Ghost Cities www.theage.com.au/culture/book...
How will the arts industry be affected by the special envoy into antisemitism's recommendations? I spoke to a number of players, many of whom have grave concerns.
Call to strip arts institutions of funding over antisemitism raises alarm bells
Concerns have been raised over the definition of antisemitism, while others say legislation covering hate speech already provides adequate protection.
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July 23, 2025 at 4:43 AM
How will the arts industry be affected by the special envoy into antisemitism's recommendations? I spoke to a number of players, many of whom have grave concerns.
This exploration of love is what we need right now www.theage.com.au/culture/art-...
Love, solidarity, resilience: Why this extraordinary exhibition is a must-see
In a world gone mad, a show all about love is a welcome reprieve.
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July 17, 2025 at 7:42 AM
This exploration of love is what we need right now www.theage.com.au/culture/art-...