Whipcracking entertainment at Kaniva
The sharp crack of a stockwhip echoed across Kaniva Recreation Reserve on Wednesday night as crowds gathered for world-record whipcracker Nathan "Whippy" Griggs. The free event, hosted by West Wimmera Shire Council, included a fast-paced show featuring precision tricks, comedy and demonstrations of different types of whips.
One-woman dark comedy set for Fun Haus
Ivona Rose. When Donné Restom's writing mentor gave her the prompt "these are the things I know about death", the exercise set the Umina Beach singer on a cathartic personal and professional journey. Grief and resilience evolved into the one-woman dark comedy show Everyone in My Family Is Dead or About to Be, set for Gosford's Fun Haus Factory ...
It has been a long road back… but Yamba icon is on track to reopen
When the ferocious winds and torrential rain of former tropical cyclone Alfred hit town in March 2025, a Yamba icon was left battered and sodden. Now, through community generosity, and the determination to continue the family’s legacy, the Yamba Cinema will reopen before Christmas.
New life for Lismore Cinemas
A beloved Lismore institution is set to come back to life, as the town’s cinema has officially been purchased and will re-open as Lismore Cinemas. Under new private ownership, the cinema will undergo a multimillion dollar refurbishment and return as a state-of-the-art venue celebrating shared experiences, local pride and the power of storytelling.
From the Outback to the ring: Western Plains wrestling duo chase WWE dreams
After moving hundreds of kilometres from NSW 2835 and 2830 to attend university, Scott Green and The Tuckman found themselves unfulfilled. Instead of following a traditional path, they made the bold decision to pursue their childhood dream of becoming professional wrestlers ... Watch out for The Dropouts from the Outback. ARR.News caught up with Scott and Tuck ...
Leeton celebrates completion of first stage of Roxy Theatre with spectacular Gala Concert
The excitement was palpable at the re-opening of the iconic Roxy Community Theatre on Saturday night as the community was welcomed back officially into Leeton's 'Palace of Dreams'.
World domination begins: RYT take to the stage
Madison Eastmond. Joining forces with other regional artists and teen ensembles in Whyalla and Bendigo for the 2025 Adelaide Festival, the Riverland Youth Theatre (RYT) will bunker down to survive an alien invasion in their new collaboration and retelling of H.G. Wells’ War of the Worlds.
A fringe too far for Yorke Peninsula
Sarah Herrmann. Just one act is visiting Yorke Peninsula this Adelaide Fringe season, while regions a similar distance from the city, such as the Clare and Barossa Valleys, are hosting up to 30 events. This has prompted a local arts advocate to urge YP audiences to speak out and, importantly, show up when the time comes, if they want to see more arts offerings here.
