Arts and culture

Queenslanders court controversy in Emerald Fennell's daring film adaptation. Will lovers of the novel be disappointed? Well, it is "Wuthering Heights" – and it isn’t.

With Christmas around the corner, Contact asked London resident Nicola Cook (Bachelor of Journalism / Bachelor of Arts ‘19) for her tips on how to get the most out of the city during the festive season.

For our 2025 Summer Reads list, we've once again turned to some bookish members of our UQ community – including critically acclaimed writers and University of Queensland Press (UQP) publishers – for advice.

It's been a big year for original horror-thrillers! If you want to catch up on the hype, with a few scares and jolts along the way, here’s a snapshot of movies to check out over the holiday break.

Dr Matthew Cipa from the School of Communication and Arts sat down with Contact to explore why a shared journey matters – and why coming-of-age stories leave such a lasting impression.

Since 1993, 49 of these sculpted portraits have looked upon those passing beneath the Great Court’s cloisters – leaving one blank space unadorned. Now, it has finally been filled. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander readers are advised that this article contains the name and image of a deceased person.

UQ's 50th and final grotesque – Margaret Valadian AO MBE. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander readers are advised that this article contains the name and image of a deceased person.

Are you curious about making your diet more sustainable by using local, native ingredients like lemon myrtle and finger lime, but unsure where to start? Adjunct Professor Dale Chapman, founder of the bushfood company My Dilly Bag, shares her top tips and a recipe with Contact.

AI-generated 'art' has penetrated our world. It has won competitions, saturated social media feeds, been showcased on the big screen and found it's way onto gallery walls. But is it real art?

The University is enhancing its cultural and events offering at St Lucia, to coincide with the 100th anniversary of the Mayne Bequest and the Art Museum’s 50th anniversary.