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Giving to a good cause is joyous, says David Gonski.

David Gonski on the art of parting the rich from their money for a good cause

University of NSW chancellor and philanthropist-whisperer David Gonski says it shouldn’t matter why a rich person gives, only that they do.

  • Linda Morris

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Margaret Olley with a painting of herself by William Dobell.

Did you buy a painting by this artist for $925? It could be worth $125,000 now

Demand for works by the Queensland-raised painter Margaret Olley, who died in 2011, continues to grow, and many of her masterpieces have found their way back into the art market.

  • Nick Dent
Oscar and Barry Humphries.

‘I used to be a bit mean about it’: One thing Barry Humphries’ son regrets about their relationship

Oscar Humphries opens up on why the family is selling his late father’s rare art and book collection, and his dad’s love of Oscar Wilde and artist Charles Conder.

  • Rob Harris
The Christie’s auction will include the diamante-encrusted Sydney Opera House spectacles worn by Dame Edna, which are estimated to sell for up to £1500.

Dame Edna Everage’s diamante-encrusted specs to go under the hammer

Barry Humphries found global fame through the comic characters he created. His treasures, including an extensive art collection, will be sold off next year.

  • Rob Harris
Myf Warhurst, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Ben Lee on Spicks and Specks.

Albo’s Spicks and Specks spot struck the right note, but won’t change the tune

You would have to have a heart of concrete to deny the PM his fun, but some voters are genuinely miffed at a time when Albanese is becoming increasingly unpopular.

  • Stephen Brook
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Cooking up a comedic creation

… while meat lovers go off the leash.

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Barbara Pearce, Tamara Kirova, and Eleanor Fazan on River Thames. 1950.

The theatre director who talent-spotted Barry Humphries

By 1958, Kenyan-born Eleanor Fazan was the first female director to have three shows running in the West End.

Barry Humphries died aged 89.

State memorial with a eulogy from the King? A dame wouldn’t have it any other way

Barry Humphries’ final send-off drew reflections from international celebrities, the prime minister and even King Charles III.

  • Michael Idato
Barry Humphries.

Barry Humphries memorial as it happened: Iconic Australian actor, comedian farewelled in Sydney memorial

One of Australia’s most beloved satirists was farewelled in a state memorial at the Sydney Opera House today.

  • Andrew Hornery and Helen Pitt
Michael Parkinson’s greatest TV moments.

‘Not as dumb as you look’ : Michael Parkinson’s greatest TV moments

While guests were also in for a lively grilling, Parkinson never made them feel they were being interrogated.

  • Rob Harris

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