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OPINION: What NZ Screen Industry Needs in 2025
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OPINION: What NZ Screen Industry Needs in 2025

These are challenging times for local content - industry expert Irene Gardiner takes aim at the screen sector's most pressing issues.

BREAKING NEWS: NZ's Next Venice Biennale Artist Revealed
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BREAKING NEWS: NZ's Next Venice Biennale Artist Revealed

A dedicated New Zealand pavilion will return at the world's most famous visual arts event after a four year absence - With Fiona Pardington to lead the charge.

From Icons To Community Heroes - Every Creative On 2025 New Year Honours List
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From Icons To Community Heroes - Every Creative On 2025 New Year Honours List

21 artists, advocates and administrators have been recognised in the latest NZ Order of Merit - we break them down and celebrate their success.

VIDEO: Teen Talent Takes On The World
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VIDEO: Teen Talent Takes On The World

WATCH: Already an international sensation, Bella Black is in the driving seat of her dance career - but isn't old enough to drive a car yet.

Lowdown: Shock Farewells & End Of An Era
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Lowdown: Shock Farewells & End Of An Era

The last Lowdown for 2024 features the loss of a well-loved artist, a music great moving on, big awards and accolades.

How to WOW - Why Any Creative Can Shine In Iconic Awards
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How to WOW - Why Any Creative Can Shine In Iconic Awards

Entries into the 2025 World of WearableArt Awards are open - we get inside tips on how first-time designers can have as much chance to win as veterans.

VIDEO: Success In Self-Publishing
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VIDEO: Success In Self-Publishing

WATCH: Legally blind and dropped from her publishing deal, Steffanie Holmes went it alone and has sold nearly 1 million copies of her books.

"Find Who Your Art Is For" - Hugo Grrrl
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"Find Who Your Art Is For" - Hugo Grrrl

One of the most in-demand creatives in Aotearoa right now, the drag king shares advice on how to beat your own artistic path - no matter how challenging.

Lowdown: Arts At Full Speed
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Lowdown: Arts At Full Speed

Far from putting the cue in the rack as holidays loom, NZ's creative community is busy as ever with new funds opening, award finalists named, line-ups and big decisions revealed plus leadership comings-and-goings.

How Do I Market My Workshop For Success?
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How Do I Market My Workshop For Success?

Ten ways to market your creative workshop, and increase your cash flow.

VIDEO: Asian Theatre in Aotearoa
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VIDEO: Asian Theatre in Aotearoa

WATCH: Its history might be short, but the Asian performing arts community is growing in voice and understanding of its own identity.

Lowdown: Arts Icons Revealed
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Lowdown: Arts Icons Revealed

Two top flight creatives earn a rare accolade, NZ Film Commission's big changes reap big financial rewards - among a host of arts announcements, awards and appointments.