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Lowdown: Major Arts Organisation Backs NZ Talent For Top Job
1 week ago

Lowdown: Major Arts Organisation Backs NZ Talent For Top Job

Instead of bringing in an overseas leader, one of the creative community's staples has brought an ex-pat home. Get the Lowdown on all the happenings and opportunities in your arts news bulletin.

Author:  The Big Idea Editor
Lowdown: Arts Policy Updates As Election Draws Near
2 weeks ago

Lowdown: Arts Policy Updates As Election Draws Near

Do you know where arts stands as you get ready to cast your vote? The latest details and arts leader analysis along with creative community happenings around the country.

Author:  The Big Idea Editor
Lowdown: Penchant for Venice
3 weeks ago

Lowdown: Penchant for Venice

More NZ artists, but no dedicated NZ pavilion at the world's leading arts exhibition - former Venice Biennale artists sound off plus all the creative opportunities, awards and recognitions you need to know about.

Author:  The Big Idea Editor
Lowdown: NZ's Latest Hall Of Fame Inductee
1 month ago

Lowdown: NZ's Latest Hall Of Fame Inductee

A host of honours, jobs and opportunities have been bestowed on the creative community - including a special nod to NZ musical royalty. Get all the latest arts news from around Aotearoa. 

Author:  The Big Idea Editor
Lowdown: Big Opening In Creative Sector
1 month ago

Lowdown: Big Opening In Creative Sector

The hunt is about to begin for one of the top roles in the arts industry, performers for Aotearoa's biggest spectacle announced and news that impacts the creative community.

Author:  The Big Idea Editor
Lowdown: Changes & Challenges To Funding Status Quo
1 month ago

Lowdown: Changes & Challenges To Funding Status Quo

Find out how the removal of CNZ's much-maligned arts grants cap is affecting the current round, plus a survey looking to break free of funding dependency, a new honour for a leading creative and all your arts news.

Author:  The Big Idea Editor
Lowdown: Pay Equity Needs Addressing
1 month ago

Lowdown: Pay Equity Needs Addressing

A thorny issue goes from anecdotal to concrete evidence in this week's arts news bulletin, along with crucial recognition of some outstanding achievements across a multitude of creative practices

Author:  The Big Idea Editor
Lowdown: Sentimentality vs Sustainability?
2 months ago

Lowdown: Sentimentality vs Sustainability?

Heritage issues and news are at the forefront of the creative community, with questions raised and initiatives launched regarding our nation's taonga.

Author:  The Big Idea Editor
Lowdown: Big Announcements & New Gigs For NZ Creatives
2 months ago

Lowdown: Big Announcements & New Gigs For NZ Creatives

A plethora of local artists, performers, writers and creative minds have big news to share this week - we bring you what you need to know and celebrate.

Author:  The Big Idea Editor
Lowdown: Calling Out Lack Of Art Policy As Election Nears
2 months ago

Lowdown: Calling Out Lack Of Art Policy As Election Nears

Do you know what political parties stand for when it comes to arts and culture? Your arts news bulletin looks at the latest call to action, a major creative departure and NZ success stories both locally and globally.

Author:  The Big Idea Editor
Lowdown: Proof Of Art's Battle For Media Coverage
2 months ago

Lowdown: Proof Of Art's Battle For Media Coverage

A benchmark report has been released that gives weight to the argument that creative endeavours don't get the credit they're due - we break it down in your arts news bulletin packed with the latest sector achievements.

Author:  The Big Idea Editor
Lowdown: World First For Aotearoa Art
3 months ago

Lowdown: World First For Aotearoa Art

A deal that breaks down barriers for local creatives, a $3m gallery upgrade, a new Pacific residency and funding details announced - plus much more in your arts news bulletin. 

Author:  The Big Idea Editor