Multiple outlets report that the “Rising Festival 2026” has started, with writers set to publish closer looks as the program begins. The Age (Melbourne), The Sydney Morning Herald, and The Brisbane Times all run the same basic item indicating the festival is now underway and framing the coverage as a set of features or analysis pieces produced by their respective writers. Across the sources provided, there is no additional shared detail about the festival’s locations, dates, organisers, participating acts, or event themes. The common message across outlets is limited to the launch or kickoff of the 2026 edition and the intention to offer more in-depth reporting. The coverage appears to function as an introduction to broader festival-related stories rather than a standalone report on specific announcements or developments. Based on the text supplied, the key point of agreement is that “Rising Festival 2026” has begun and that further writer-led features are expected to follow as the festival progresses.