AdvertisementExclusive CultureArt & designArts From a New York bathroom to regional Victoria: An exhibition of art’s heavy hitters is on its way Kerrie O'Brien January 29, 2026 — 11:01pm Save You have reached your maximum number of saved items. Starting in May, Shepparton Art Museum (SAM) will host Facing Modernity: Degas to Picasso from Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki. Prior to their donation, they were part of the Robertsons’ private collection at their home in New York. Sophie Matthiesson, senior curator of international art at the Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki. Bendigo Art Gallery is spending $45 million and is set to open its doors in early 2028, while Ballarat will reopen in late 2026.