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Louise Adler was very critical of Creative Australia’s decision to drop Khaled Sabsabi.

‘Creative Australia is not fit-for-purpose’: Arts heavyweights demand answers

While welcoming the reappointment of Khaled Sabsabi for next year’s Venice Biennale, prominent arts identities say key questions must be answered.

  • Kerrie O'Brien and Linda Morris

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Artist Khaled Sabsabi, who had his invitation to participate in the Venice Biennale revoked by Creative Australia, with his work at Barangaroo Metro Station in Sydney.

Sacked artist to be reinstated as Australia’s Venice representative

The stunning about-face was announced by the federal funding agency Creative Australia as it released the findings of a report into the high-profile sacking that sparked resignations, petitions and protests.

  • Linda Morris
Jeff Bezos, left, and Lauren Sanchez leave their pre-wedding reception, in Venice, Italy.

Trump rejected invitation to Bezos wedding due to ‘scheduling conflicts’

The tech billionaire was reportedly trying to cosy up to the US president, in what could be seen as an attempt to fill the position of “first buddy” vacated by Elon Musk.

  • David Millward, Nick Squires and Josephine McKenna
The hotels saltwater pool, the biggest in Venice.

Luxury Italian hotel where George Clooney got married enters a new era

Hotel Cipriani is a haven for the truly famous, including George and Amal Clooney, who held their star-studded wedding there.

  • Julietta Jameson
Only smaller ships are allowed so near the floating city.

Port guide: Venice, Italy

This floating city is packed with churches, palaces and art. Although overcrowded and maddening, it’s impossible not to fall under Venice’s spell.

  • Brian Johnston

How art was ransacked by ineptitude, political pandering and confected outrage

In dumping a fine artist such as Khaled Sabsabi from the Venice Biennale, Creative Australia has undermined the public’s faith in the capacity of art to open minds.

  • Liz Ann Macgregor
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Attracting millions of tourists each year, Venice has long battled pickpockets .

Beware: Europe’s worst spots for pickpockets named

Locals in Rome, Venice, Barcelona and Paris reveal the train lines and tourist attractions where petty crime is rife.

  • Amanda Hyde
Artist Khaled Sabsabi (right) and curator Michael Dagostino have been dropped as Australia’s entrant to the 2026 Venice Biennale to avoid “divisive debate”.

Venice Biennale backflip could turn pride into embarrassment

Australia triumphed at the world’s most high-profile art event last year, but a controversy over Creative Australia’s choice of representatives threatens the nation’s participation in 2026.

  • The Herald's View
As one of the world’s most popular tourist destinations, Venice is a hotbed for pickpockets.

On holiday in Italy, I caught a pickpocket red-handed

Italian cities have a major problem with petty crime – as I discovered when strolling the crowded streets of Venice recently.

  • Will Hide
The Rio della Misericordia canal is in the sestiere of Cannaregio.

In this city of overpriced, mediocre food, I found where to eat

There may be a reason why your Venetian dining experience is not what it could be.

  • Natasha Bazika

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