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09-07-2025
- Entertainment
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Renowned Indigenous artist's works on display at esteemed London gallery
Your web browser is no longer supported. To improve your experience update it here A major solo exhibition of works by renowned Aboriginal Australian artist Emily Kam Kngwarray has opened at one of London's most esteemed galleries, the Tate Modern. The exhibition, the first of its kind in Europe, is showcasing more than 70 of Kngwarray's paintings and batiks almost three decades after her death. "We've collaborated with the community of the Sandover region, so Emily Kam Kngwarray's family members, a lot of work has got into it, selecting these beautiful paintings," lead curator Kelli Cole said. The exhibition has been five years in the making, and Tate Modern is anticipating more than 200,000 visitors during its six-month run. (Nine) "She's had quite a few solo exhibitions in Australia, and then also in Japan, but this is the first European exhibition." Many of the pieces in the exhibition were transported to the UK all the way from Australia. "Sometimes the logistics complexity dazzles me - but they all arrived safely and carefully to be presented to the UK public which is a joy," Tate Modern director Maria Balshaw said. The exhibition has been five years in the making, and Tate Modern is anticipating more than 200,000 visitors during its six-month run. (Nine) "We want to broaden people's understanding of art, we also want to be presenting to them work that we think is genuinely extraordinary," she added. The exhibition has been five years in the making, and Tate Modern is anticipating more than 200,000 visitors during its six-month run. "I'm an Aboriginal woman from central Australia," Cole said. "For us right now, having the Kngwarray exhibition shows that we are strong, we are a living culture and that we are very proud people." This article was produced with the assistance of 9ExPress . CONTACT US
9 News
04-07-2025
- Business
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Runners, local business pumped ahead of Gold Coast Marathon
Your web browser is no longer supported. To improve your experience update it here Hundreds of participants gathered today to collect their race essentials for tomorrow's Gold Coast Marathon. The event has seen significant engagement from both local and visiting runners, as well as businesses capitalising on the influx of people. Andy Buchanan, the 2024 winner, said he welcomed the competition. Hundreds of participants gathered today to collect their race essentials for tomorrow's Gold Coast Marathon. (9News) "A lot of people play different mind games and I quite enjoy that and I know there's quite a bit of competition," Buchanan said. Isaac Heyne, who placed second said this year he was "aiming to get the win". "I came second to Andy last year, and yeah hopefully we can do one better this year," he said. Local businesses are also getting in the spirit. Ed Hatcher from Alfred's Apartment said the bar was doing an "electrolyte granita" and "custom kits". "This time we've kind of gone bigger and got a bit more interesting." Gemelli Italian restaurant has partnered with running group Pace Athletic to provide pre-race meals. "Everyone comes to Gemelli for the carb load, pizza, and pasta so we thought why not get involved, bring the community together," Gemelli's Alec Carney said. Road closures are in effect from Paradise Point to Miami, from 3.30am. No parking is available along the course. This article was produced with the assistance of 9ExPress . 9ExPress queensland national sport Gold Coast CONTACT US Property News: The suburbs where workers on $300,000 can't afford a house.
9 News
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
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Katy Perry superfan has once-in-a-lifetime encounter on side of SA road
Your web browser is no longer supported. To improve your experience update it here A Katy Perry mega fan has spoken out about his once-in-a-lifetime encounter in the Barossa Valley. The pop star concluded the Australian leg of her 'Lifetimes' tour with the surprise encounter in the Barossa Valley before departing from Adelaide Airport following her final Australian show. As fans gathered outside the airport hoping for a glimpse of the singer, Daniel Sleigh, a self-described mega-fan from Sydney, experienced a more personal interaction. The pop star concluded the Australian leg of her 'Lifetimes' tour with the surprise encounter in the Barossa Valley. (9News) Perry stopped her vehicle on the side of the road en route to the airport to meet Sleigh. "(She) came out and gave me a hug and she was like 'oh hi bestie, how are you' and then she thanked me for going to all the shows," Sleigh said. Sleigh believes Perry recognised him after he stood in the front row at 13 of her concerts across Australia. "I went from Sydney to Melbourne, back to Sydney then Melbourne, Brisbane and Adelaide," he said. He gave Perry a handwritten letter following her performance. Perry stopped her vehicle on the side of the road en route to the airport to meet Sleigh. (9News) "At the end I was like 'hopefully one day our paths can cross' so then it was pretty special to meet her today," Sleigh said. Footage shows Perry briefly talking with Sleigh before returning to her car, and the singer was heard saying, "Can I give you one last hug? I have your note in my car." Perry has now departed for the United States to continue her 'Lifetimes' tour. This article was produced with the assistance of 9ExPress . CONTACT US
9 News
01-07-2025
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High-profile cop dodges conviction for failing to stop after car crash
Your web browser is no longer supported. To improve your experience update it here A high-ranking South Australian police officer has been fined after admitting to failing to stop following a car crash in Adelaide's city centre. The officer, Brevet Sergeant Daryl Mundy, was campaigning for re-election as the deputy president of the Police Association at the time of the incident on Morphett Street in February, and had served in the force for 35 years. Dashcam footage captured Mundy in a heated exchange immediately after the collision. Dashcam footage captured Mundy in a heated exchange immediately after the collision. (9News) The footage shows him yelling, "You've gotta give way." The occupants of the other car reply by shouting, "It's give way to the right you idiot… give way to the right, that's the rules". Allan Kelson, the driver of the other vehicle, said he was surprised to learn of Mundy's position. "Very surprised … from a supposedly high-standing member of the community upholding the law," he said. Mundy claimed he was unaware of the crash until police contacted him weeks later. He did not appear in court, but his lawyer entered guilty pleas on his behalf to two charges, including failing to stop. Allan Kelson, the driver of the other vehicle, said he was surprised to learn of Mundy's position. (9News) The magistrate chose not to record a conviction against the 56-year-old, citing his extensive service to the community. Testimonials, the magistrate noted, "really paint him, quite rightly, as an amazing person who's made a one-off mistake". Mundy was ordered to pay a $2000 fine. Kelson handed over his dashcam to police, who then issued him with an expiation for failing to give way. He's planning to fight the fine in court This article was produced with the assistance of 9ExPress . CONTACT US
9 News
30-06-2025
- Politics
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Thousands of three-year-olds to get access to kindergarten in SA
Your web browser is no longer supported. To improve your experience update it here From next year, thousands of three-year-old children will have access to kindergarten services at more than 200 locations throughout South Australia. The state government announced the locations today, with a phased implementation of the program scheduled to commence in term four of this year, initially focusing on Elizabeth Vale and Port Pirie. These areas have been identified as particularly vulnerable. Thousands of three-year-old children will have access to kindergarten services at more than 200 locations throughout South Australia. (9News) Following the initial phase, the program will extend to include metropolitan, regional, and remote areas of South Australia. "A combination of government-run centres and privately run centres will start providing 15 hours a week of free three-year-old preschool," Premier Peter Malinauskas said. Families are already expressing enthusiasm about the program. "Super excited that this flying start program will get in early and help kids build their confidence and their skills so they can be good little humans," parent Matt Lucas said. These areas have been identified as particularly vulnerable. (9News) Meanwhile, the government has dismissed concerns raised by the state opposition that there aren't enough staff to take on the new kids. "I can tell you we are on target to have the workforce that we need to be able to offer three-year-old preschool next year," Education Minister Blair Boyer said. The government is aiming to provide universal access to kindergarten for all South Australian three-year-olds by 2032. This article was produced with the assistance of 9ExPress . South Australia national Australia Sydney education children 9ExPress CONTACT US
