We express our concern at the continued impact that lockdown measures are having on our partners and community members across Western and South Western Sydney. Our communities are deeply affected by these stay-at-home orders. We note the reliance across the suburbs of Western and South Western...
I’m an avid watcher of SBS Food but I’ve been tempted to switch it off many times this week because of the Mardi Gras ad - every time it comes on I get so uncomfortable and I haven’t had the energy to pinpoint why. I’ve been...
Uncle Muhammad and friends present song, story and those queer things Friday 5 March, 7pm 8 Victoria Road, Parramatta For Art At Night Parramatta Precinct, I.C.E. will be hosting a screening of a new work + performance by Uncle Muhammad (was previously one half of 2 Boys In...
On Saturday, 27 Feb, Delta 88 will open its' doors! Come through for a tour of the studio, free Ableton workshops and pop-ups from local record labels and stores. Meet Delta 88's studio engineers and musicians from the area. Let us know if you're coming! https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/delta-88-studio-open-day-tickets-140941005341 The engineers: Chris...
While waiting in the line at Kmart to buy flag paraphernalia, the white women in ugg boots will contest my right to wear my ‘Invasion Day’ shirt. This is only a free country for the white people, and god forbid I be free to speak...
Willow Grove is more than a building. This Italianate villa on Philip Street, Parramatta, was built in 1891 by draper, Annie Gallagher. It is a site of much controversy at the moment because of decisions to move the building from its’ current site to make...
A new term of Club Weld has started and we’re excited to see everyone again. Club Weld expanded over the break and we are welcoming some fantastic new musicians this term - this means we’re now running on Tuesdays AND Wednesdays! The studio is operating...
Since the beginning of 2020, I.C.E. has been strengthening its relationship with First Nations communities. To achieve a deeper engagement with the community, and more meaningful partnership on projects, I.C.E. has moved to address First Nations leadership within its governance structure by appointing Dharug Traditional...
We spoke to writer/producer Ravi Chand about his experience in the recent Greenlight pitching lab, Project Greenlight. Ravi’s heartfelt documentary-in-development ‘Five Year Grandma’ received the top vote from the participating ‘wise crowd’. I.C.E: Tell us about 'Five Year Grandma', what is your one line pitch for...
Re-building connections with the local Darug community is a priority for I.C.E. We know that for successful, respectful and ethical practice, we need a deeper engagement with community, and deeper consultation on projects. To achieve this, we’ve been looking at our leadership structure and will...
