Australian artist Nell’s desire to celebrate inspirational women led to people all over the world picking up needle and thread for a remarkable project that is on display for the first time in the Art Gallery of SA’s new Radical Textiles exhibition.

South Australia’s first print literary journal since 2012 features work by 25 writers from around the world – including seven from SA. Its editor, Farrin Foster, reveals what readers can expect from the issue released this week.

Is pole dancing really an art form? The answer is a definitive yes, according to Adelaide pole dancers, who are keen to challenge stereotypes about a practice that combines athleticism, creative expression and storytelling.

The live adaptation of Trent Dalton’s Love Stories, a seductively sassy rock musical, and a free outdoor spectacle that will see 1000 dancers converge on Elder Park are among highlights of the 2025 Adelaide Festival program launched today.
