2018 was big: big blockbusters, big lobbying, big cock-ups and big shifts at the top end for the visual arts.

The Australia Council has revealed details of Angelica Mesiti’s project ASSEMBLY, to be presented at the 2019 Venice Biennale.

Three exhibitions in London: Oceania, the new Islamic display at the British Museum, and the Turner Prize.

No new building, more digital content, a Mitzevich collection rehang and a year of blockbusters; all part of the vision to turn the National Gallery around for 21st century engagement.