Emma Joyce

Take a closer look at the Sydney artist’s vivid vessels and you might spot depictions of Donald Trump and Obama’s ears.

The choreographer and artistic director has lived in Melbourne for 25 years. He shares his go-to spots and a bit about Chunky Move’s latest work, U>N>I>T>E>D.

“I love that Sydney’s identity is undeniably multicultural,” he says. Here’s where the artist likes to eat, shop and explore when he’s not in his studio.

This year’s list includes dark and moody restaurants, otherworldly cafes, upmarket butchers, elegant hotel spaces, and heritage venues with a fresh facelift.

Talented artists create paintings, textiles and graphic novels at Studio A's Sydney space, and you can buy or lease their creations online.

Susan Armstrong and Michelle Grey, founders of Arts-Matter, share their go-to eateries and venues in Sydney – including an “unbeatable” Bondi institution.

Michelle Williams gives her all in Spielberg’s nostalgic trip down memory lane. Cate Blanchett captivates as an orchestra conductor at the top of her game. Colin Farrell and Brendan Gleeson are reunited for a break-up comedy. And Margot Robbie and Brad Pitt party their way through 1920s Hollywood. Plus much more.

In a Mad Max-like dystopia, climate refugees and displaced traditional owners rage and weep like a devastating cyclone. And the whirlwind 67-minute show feels as urgent as ever.

A new initiative is scattering free fiction by women and non-binary authors this winter. Here's where to find one of the books.

Two Melbourne venues have been recognised, including one for its “punk sensibility”, the other for its “sense of intimacy in an otherwise grand environment”.

Swap late-night cinema dates for Sunday morning sessions and see new releases like A Quiet Place: Day One and Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga for $10.

Artist Thomas Readett hand-painted the wall with two images of Gulpilil – one from the film Ten Canoes, another from archival footage. He says, “Being approached to paint such an icon is an honour, and being Aboriginal as well it’s really important for me and our people.”

An all-star Australian cast performs a powerful reading written after the murder of a 21-year-old gay man in the US, an event that changed history.

Every outfit made in the Newtown terrace tells a story – and the latest collection is inspired by “the witch of Kings Cross”.

No dialogue, no sound effects – just silence. That’s the premise behind a new film competition, and you can watch the results at a historic Haymarket cinema.

The new cafe in Ryogoku is Single O’s second in Japan, where the brand now roasts coffee for 130 local businesses.

The official looks were unveiled at Clovelly Surf Life Saving Club – and it’s giving preppy school uniform vibes with an ombre print inspired by a Parisian sunset.

Hugo Weaving and Irish actor Olwen Fouéré are a power couple in the midst of political upheaval in this darkly comic play.

Slide into silky pyjamas, wrap yourself in waffled linen robes or slip on a pair of plush velvet slippers. Here are 13 Australian brands making comfy luxury clothing to wear in bed (or wherever you like) this season.

The Pool is one of two new Aussie films getting their world premiere screenings at SFF. The other stars Succession’s Ashley Zukerman on a remote cattle farm.