Runt earned a slew of awards for younger readers and was turned into a movie. Ahead of the release of the sequel, a theatre adaptation is in the works.
Topic:Profile
David Byrne on why kindness and empathy is the new punk
David Byrne is still asking a lot of big questions about human behaviour with his colourful, curious new solo album, Who Is the Sky?
From movies to red carpets, these are some of Giorgio Armani's best dressed
Giorgio Armani's name has become synonymous with the red carpet, thanks to his close relationship with the stars.
Australian-made Hollow Knight: Silksong crashes global stores on launch
After years of silence, Team Cherry has released their sequel to one of the most successful Australian-made games of all time, which is expected to break records.
But Also John Clarke is a tender look at Australia's greatest satirist
Writer and performer Lorin Clarke ropes in the cream of Australia's comedy crop to celebrate the life and work of her father, John, in her new documentary.
Riverfire 2025: What time do the fireworks start in Brisbane tonight?
Queensland's largest firework display marks the beginning of this year's Brisbane Festival. Here's what you need to know.
Topic:Explainer
Comedian Graham Linehan faces court over transgender social media posts
The Father Ted co-creator is accused of "relentlessly" posting abusive comments online about trans women.
'I love that diva': Why Yve wants to bring Shakespeare to a new generation
The mid-00s was the age of fallen kids TV stars like Lindsay Lohan and Amanda Bynes. It's now the setting of a riff on Shakespeare's Macbeth.
House painter turned 'kaleidoscope bus' artist finds his calling
At 33, house painter Jeff Morgan broke his hand and suffered a strange injury that unravelled his life. It was at the kitchen table, where his children were playing with watercolours, that he found his calling.
How to Train Your Dragon composer on the staying power of film music
John Powell has more than 70 film scores under his belt, from Shrek to Wicked. Now, his beloved How To Train Your Dragon score is coming Down Under for orchestral performances.
This Aussie refugee family made headlines. Now their story is on stage
The Nadesalingam family's immigration nightmare has been transformed into a work of theatre that will have its world premiere at Brisbane Festival.
Deaf muso says community key for performers with disability
Sonnet Cure is a singer in two bands and starred in the ABC's Headliners TV show. She was born deaf in one ear, so writing music is as much about "feeling it" as hearing it.
Molly's on-screen death shook the nation, now its stars are finally talking about it
They were Australia's premiere small screen couple but away from the set of A Country Practice, Anne Tenney and Shane Withington were keeping a secret and rubbing shoulders with one of the planet's biggest musical stars.
Audrey Jacob's 100yo 'murder' on the dance floor brought back to life
A century ago, a young woman shot her former fiancé dead in the middle of a crowded Perth ballroom, but was acquitted of murder by a jury. Now, a stage play is retelling the story of Audrey Jacob's astonishing defence.
The 10 albums we couldn't stop listening to in August
In a massive month of new releases, these were 10 highlights we played over and over.
Robyn Williams’s favourite stories from 50 years of the Science Show
Fifty years ago, Australia's longest running science program was born. Robyn Williams picks some of his favourite stories from his time behind the mic.
The nine books our critics couldn't put down in August
In this month's best new releases, humans transform into trees, grief meets the supernatural in a haunted house and a volcanic eruption disrupts life in rural New Zealand.
Colman and Cumberbatch are joyfully venomous in Roses remake
Starring Olivia Colman and Benedict Cumberbatch and written by Australian Tony McNamara, this re-imagining of this thorny novel stings.
Taylor Swift is engaged — will it change how fans relate to her music?
Now that Taylor Swift is entering her bridal era, is this the end of her vast swathes of relatable heartbreak songs that have sound-tracked the lives of her fans?
From slacker rock to cult art-punk, these music docos are must-sees
From fascinating films on underrated cult bands to fresh perspectives on The Beatles and Cold Chisel, here's the latest and greatest music cinema.
Liz's first song was about Harry Potter. Now she's playing Coachella
The Beths are known for pairing deeply personal, anxiety-fuelled lyrics with punchy, upbeat indie rock melodies, earning them the attention of former US president Barack Obama and propelling the band to everything from Tiny Desk to Coachella.