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Powerful new history uncovers six centuries of transformation at one of Aotearoa New Zealand’s most treasured heritage sites
Sarah Thornton  /  14 Aug 2025

Powerful new history uncovers six centuries of transformation at one of Aotearoa New Zealand’s most treasured heritage sites

The Elms Te Papa Tauranga, a place steeped in more than 600 years of rich and at times turbulent history, is the subject of a compelling and beautifully illustrated new book by acclaimed author and historian Sarah Ell. The Spirit of a Place: A New History of The Elms Te Papa Tauranga will be published this August, offe

Lindsey Brown Wins the 2025 PANZ 10-Minute Play Competition
Rex McGregor  /  12 Aug 2025

Lindsey Brown Wins the 2025 PANZ 10-Minute Play Competition

Lindsey Brown has won the 2025 Playwrights Association of New Zealand 10-Minute Play Competition - Open Category.

Keira Wallace New Single Release 'Your Surface Settles'
Keira Wallace  /  01 Aug 2025

Keira Wallace New Single Release 'Your Surface Settles'

A song about grief, vulnerability and connection.

Fantasy novels and local authors prove popular with Kiwi readers
Sarah Thornton  /  28 Jul 2025

Fantasy novels and local authors prove popular with Kiwi readers

The 2025 Whitcoulls Top 100 Books List is announced today (Monday, July 28, 2025, 5:00am) and with it the news that an astonishing 25 percent of titles chosen are in the fantasy genre.

30 years of impact: Arts Access Aotearoa looks to future
Arts Access Aotearoa  /  25 Jul 2025

30 years of impact: Arts Access Aotearoa looks to future

Arts Access Aotearoa was built on the belief that access to the arts is a basic human right – a belief that’s remained steadfast over 30 years. In that time, it has led the national conversation about arts accessibility and inclusion.

Whakapapa, a foundation for rehabilitation
Arts Access Aotearoa  /  08 Jul 2025

Whakapapa, a foundation for rehabilitation

Research shows that creative engagement with identity fosters transformation and self-confidence, helping participants shift how they see themselves and their place in the world.

Easy-to-action list to improve your accessibility
Arts Access Aotearoa  /  08 Jul 2025

Easy-to-action list to improve your accessibility

“The list I’ve compiled is a grab-bag of things people can do in an afternoon and still make a difference.”

NZ Youth Choir wins Grand Prix of Nations at 2025 European Choir Games in Denmark
Choirs Aotearoa NZ Trust  /  07 Jul 2025

NZ Youth Choir wins Grand Prix of Nations at 2025 European Choir Games in Denmark

National choir wins illustrious international award in Aarhus, Denmark

Praise for Arts in Corrections guide
Arts Access Aotearoa  /  27 Jun 2025

Praise for Arts in Corrections guide

“There’s nothing like this on the planet. This is a first. It was co-designed by the Arts in Corrections sector for the sector, and in consultations with Corrections officers and educators all over the country.”

Te Kāhui a potent tool to heal and grow
Arts Access Aotearoa  /  27 Jun 2025

Te Kāhui a potent tool to heal and grow

Te Kāhui kaupapa is “by rangatahi, for rangatahi”, providing young people in prison with skills, space and support to find their voice and gain confidence.

All Roads Lead to Parihaka
pharaeus lysander  /  25 Jun 2025

All Roads Lead to Parihaka

A call for collaboration!

2025 Auckland Photo Day - North Shore Grandmother’s capture beats the odds
Auckland Festival of Photography Trust  /  23 Jun 2025

2025 Auckland Photo Day - North Shore Grandmother’s capture beats the odds

2025 Auckland Photo Day winners announced