OF ART AND THE STATE: Gayton vs Goliath — minister’s machinations to cancel Venice Biennale artwork head for court showdown

2026-02-10 - 20:46

Arts and Culture Minister Gayton McKenzie moved to replace Gabrielle Goliath’s Venice Biennale artwork, Elegy, citing political concerns, but missed court deadlines. Email evidence shows attempts to replace the work, though the department now claims no exhibition is planned.