Venice
This Australian group revolutionised theatre. Now the world has noticed
This regional Australian theatre has received one of the world’s biggest arts prizes. This is what makes them so remarkable.
- by Steve Dow
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Why a trip to Venice must include a visit to this modern museum
There are other ways to sample the city’s pleasures than simply crowding into its most famous locations.
- by Tim Richards
Israeli artist shuts down Biennale show, urging ceasefire
The Israeli government paid about half the costs of Israel’s pavilion at Venice and was not informed in advance about the protest.
- by Alex Marshall
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Israeli-Palestinian conflict
Australian artists ask Venice Biennale to exclude Israel
The online letter was signed by more than 17,000 people, which included current and past Biennale participants as well as winners of the Turner Prize.
- by Linda Morris
Humbled and thrilled: Local theatre company takes out prestigious global award
The groundbreaking Geelong-based group Back to Back Theatre are the 2024 recipients of the Venice Biennale Golden Lion Award for lifetime achievement in theatre.
- by Kerrie O'Brien
This airport is over capacity and on the verge of chaos
Italy, a nation of style and flair, ran out of both when building this airport.
- by Brian Johnston
Avoid the crowds: Six under-the-radar places in Venice you must visit
There’s the storied Venice that the tour guides show you. And then there are the other Venices, Here’s where to find them.
- by Lee Tulloch
Escape the crowds in Venice by staying on a city island
Just a simple vaporetto away, the islands of Venice offer an oasis from the bustling canals.
- by Lee Tulloch
New ship’s alternative route reduces the cruise crush in Venice
Norwegian Viva offers an appealing new option for those wanting to experience Italy while easing pressure on cruise-crowded Venice.
- by Jane Richards
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Is this Schitt’s Creek star the perfect travel guide?
The 75-year-old star of Schitt’s Creek and the American Pie movies hosts a travel show for people who don’t want to travel.
- by Karl Quinn
How to cope with the acqua alta in Venice: Can I still visit after the worst floods in 50 years?
Venice has been hit by some of the worst flooding for 50 years, inundating the vestibule of St Mark's basilica for only the fifth time in its 1200-year history.
- by Greg Dickinson
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