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Lowdown: Festivals & Announcements Galore
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Lowdown: Festivals & Announcements Galore

In a big week on the creative news front, find out who's been given the nod for big opportunities, festivals take hold and important info for artists.

Toi Hourua No Longer Receiving Creative NZ Funding
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Toi Hourua No Longer Receiving Creative NZ Funding

One of the most controversial funding decisions of recent years, the Digital Arts Commissioning and Capability Service partnership between CNZ and We Are Indigo has ended two years earlier than expected.

Creative Community Puts Questions to Arts Minister In Lively Q&A
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Creative Community Puts Questions to Arts Minister In Lively Q&A

Some of the biggest talking points in the creative sector were on the table when Paul Goldsmith fronted an audience wanting answers in Wellington.

The Unconventional Journey of Henry Hargreaves
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The Unconventional Journey of Henry Hargreaves

From feeling roadblocked in Christchurch to soaring high in New York, a model turned in-demand photographer offers tips from his truly impressive and self-made creative journey.

Make The Most Of Life's Detours
Advice to My 22-Year-Old Self

Make The Most Of Life's Detours

One of the most celebrated music therapy practitioners in Aotearoa gives an insight into the key lessons she's learned about a life filled with creative spark.

Breaking The Language Barrier
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Breaking The Language Barrier

One of the oldest artforms is embracing groundbreaking technology to shed negative preconceptions in Aotearoa.

Lowdown: Rush of Residencies
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Lowdown: Rush of Residencies

Some major art residencies have been named - giving Aotearoa artists huge opportunities both locally and overseas - while NZ art has hit some record highs.

Calling All Artists - The Best Call For Entries Right Now
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Calling All Artists - The Best Call For Entries Right Now

The Big Idea breaks down some of the leading awards and entry opportunities in the creative community - with some deadlines approaching fast, it's time to act!

OPINION: Confronting NZ Government's "Short-Sighted" Impact On Arts
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OPINION: Confronting NZ Government's "Short-Sighted" Impact On Arts

A visiting creative academic and global thought leader on the impact music can have on cities and policy speaks out on how Aotearoa can't afford to treat the arts as a 'nice to have'.

Lowdown: New Duo At Helm Of Arts Organisation
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Lowdown: New Duo At Helm Of Arts Organisation

Arts Wellington's new dynamic duo explain their vision, Silver Scroll Awards night begins to take shape, judges named, awards handed out in a busy week for the arts in Aotearoa.

Scores Of Success - Steven Dominates Screen Music Nominations
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Scores Of Success - Steven Dominates Screen Music Nominations

Karl Sölve Steven is already in a league of his own - his award-winning legacy just got another extraordinary dose of recognition.

Work/Life/Art Balance - Finding The Sweet Spot
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Work/Life/Art Balance - Finding The Sweet Spot

Not enough hours in the day to put food on the table as well as feed your creative appetite? A quartet of WOW finalists explain how they make it work.