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AIAH EARLY CAREER RESEARCH AWARDS 2025 | Deadline 31 October

Grants

In 2025, the AIAH (Australian Institute of Art History) at the University of Melbourne is again collaborating with the AAANZ (Art Association of Australia and New Zealand) to foster new and innovative research and public engagement in art history by early career professionals. The AIAH Early Career Research Awards (ECRA) are funded by the Australian Institute of Art History  and administered jointly by AIAH and AAANZ. The awards will support public-facing, collaborative research projects that require a team (defined as at least two people) with varied forms of expertise. There are three requirements at the time of application for the project to be […]

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AAANZ PHD PRIZE: RESEARCH-BASED IS NOW OPEN FOR 2025 | DEADLINE 26 SEPTEMBER

Prizes

AAANZ is pleased to offer an opportunity for recently graduated research-based PhD students to enter the 2025 AAANZ PhD Prize. The $1,000 prize is supported by Taylor and Francis. In 2023 the annual PhD Prize was reviewed by the AAANZ Prize Committee in consideration of feedback received from the judging panel. In 2024 the PhD Prize was split between research-based PhDs and practice-led PhDs, alternating each year, with the eligible application period being extended to the previous two years. The 2024 AAANZ PhD Prize was practice-led but the eligible period remained 12 months for that year only (due to practice-led eligibility in […]

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AAANZ 2025 Conference | First Nations Open Panel | Submissions due Friday 3 October

AAANZ Conference, Call for Papers

Unruly Art in the Colony – Sovereign Art Histories: First Nations Open Panel Jess, one of the conference organizers for this years conference, themed Unruly Objects, at the University of Western Australia on Whadjuk Noongar boodja invites First Nations friends to particpate in an open panel for the conference Unruly Art in the Colony – Sovereign Art Histories. As a Palyku woman and Indigenous Studies academic, Jess would love for this edition to create a real space for First Nations art histories and stories, welcoming feedback and ideas from First Nations friends anytime. Jess can be reached on email  jessyca.hutchens@uwa.edu.au or phone 0476 591 […]

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Job | Research Assistant | School of Culture and Communication | Deadline September 24

Jobs

Research Assistant Apply Location: Parkville Time type: Part time End Date: September 24, 2025 Job requisition id: JR-004046 Role type:  Part-time (0.3 FTE); Fixed term for 18 months Faculty:  Arts School:  School of Culture and Communication Salary: Level RA.3 – $85,555 p.a. plus 17% super Shape Australia’s art history narrative / Collaborate with leading academics / Develop valuable research skills Apply now to contribute to a landmark project celebrating 80 years of art history education at the University of Melbourne Investing in you – benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities. The […]

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Film | Sofonisba’s Chess Game

Film

Ideas Roadshow has produced a new film, Sofonisba’s Chess Game, to be released at the end of September.  Academic streaming is available via Docuseek, more details can be found on the film page here: https://ideasroadshow.com/chess-game/. “An absorbing analysis which shines because of its exceptional subject: the pioneering female Renaissance artist Sofonisba Anguissola and her psychologically luminous portraiture. The showpiece analysis is brisk and compelling, from a history of chess as an emerging cultural status symbol to rival literature and music, to the painting’s Leonardo-inspired composition.” – The Guardian “The film does not limit itself with simply looking at the painting, but […]

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AAANZ PHD PRIZE: RESEARCH-BASED IS NOW OPEN FOR 2025 | DEADLINE 26 SEPTEMBER

Prizes

AAANZ is pleased to offer an opportunity for recently graduated research-based PhD students to enter the 2025 AAANZ PhD Prize. The $1,000 prize is supported by Taylor and Francis. In 2023 the annual PhD Prize was reviewed by the AAANZ Prize Committee in consideration of feedback received from the judging panel. In 2024 the PhD Prize was split between research-based PhDs and practice-led PhDs, alternating each year, with the eligible application period being extended to the previous two years. The 2024 AAANZ PhD Prize was practice-led but the eligible period remained 12 months for that year only (due to practice-led eligibility in […]

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AAANZ 2025 Conference | First Nations Open Panel | Submissions due Friday 3 October

AAANZ Conference, Call for Papers

Unruly Art in the Colony – Sovereign Art Histories: First Nations Open Panel Jess, one of the conference organizers for this years conference, themed Unruly Objects, at the University of Western Australia on Whadjuk Noongar boodja invites First Nations friends to particpate in an open panel for the conference Unruly Art in the Colony – Sovereign Art Histories. As a Palyku woman and Indigenous Studies academic, Jess would love for this edition to create a real space for First Nations art histories and stories, welcoming feedback and ideas from First Nations friends anytime. Jess can be reached on email  jessyca.hutchens@uwa.edu.au or phone 0476 591 […]

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Job | Head of School, Creative and Performing Arts | Applications close 14 Sep 2025 Tasmania Standard Time

Jobs

Head of School, Creative and Performing Arts Apply now Job no: 501412 Work type: Full time Location: Hobart, Launceston Categories: Management The University of Tasmania acknowledges the Palawa/Pakana and Gadigal/Wangal people as the traditional custodians of the land, sea and waters of the areas upon which we live and work. We recognise their valuable contributions and deep connection to country and pay respect to Elders past and present. Lead the strategic, academic, and operational initiatives, foster a vibrant organisational culture, and strengthen partnerships across government, industry, and the arts.  Drive excellence in teaching and meaningful and enduring community impact across Tasmania and beyond for […]

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Job | Director, Conservatorium of Music | Applications close 14 Sep 2025 Tasmania Standard Time

Jobs

Director, Conservatorium of Music Apply now Job no: 501413 Work type: Full time Location: Hobart Categories: Management The University of Tasmania acknowledges the Palawa/Pakana and Gadigal/Wangal people as the traditional custodians of the land, sea and waters of the areas upon which we live and work. We recognise their valuable contributions and deep connection to country and pay respect to Elders past and present. Lead the revitalisation of Tasmania’s Conservatorium of Music, driving innovation and statewide impact. Forge strong partnerships with government, industry and community to shape a flourishing academic music program. Foster a collaborative, high-performing culture where teamwork is valued, and individuals are […]

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Event | Research Symposium: All That is Alive | Tuesday 16 to Thursday 18 September | University of Technology Sydney

Events

Research Symposium: All That is Alive brings together artists, researchers, and technologists working with living systems and regenerative ecologies. Tuesday 16 September to Thursday 18 September Tuesday 16 September 4:00pm | Welcome to Country & Keynote (Ionat Zurr, SymbioticA, University of Western Australia) 6:00pm | All That is Alive Exhibition Opening (UTS Gallery, Building 6, Level 4) Wednesday 17 September 9:30am–12:00pm | Session 1: Subterranean Worlds – Life underfoot 1:30pm–4:00pm | Session 2: Aquatic Ecologies – Being with water 5:30pm–7:30pm AEST / 9:30am–11:30am CET | Session 3: Alive across Site and Systems (online) Thursday 18 September 10:00am–12:30pm | Session 4: Atmospheric Relations – Breathing together 1:30pm–4:00pm | Session 5: Terrestrial Assemblages – Growth, decay and […]

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