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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Lowdown: NZ Creatives Awarded International Exposure
Our arts news bulletin spotlights big winners from the creative community - with even bigger opportunities, mourns the loss of a legend and marks a moment of historical significance for Aotearoa.
Lowdown: Cashing In On Opportunity
A big $30K announcement that focuses on Aotearoa artists, horizons broadened for local creatives, key roles filled and digging deep for good causes - all in your weekly arts news bulletin.
Creative Community Takes Long Weekend Centre Stage
An arts news bulletin, fit for a King's Birthday - a bumper edition of The Lowdown to tide you over for the long weekend with the big events, the latest award-winners and reaction from the industry's major players.
Lowdown: Creatives Income Research Paints "Grim" Picture
Not even keeping up with cost-of-living - the details of what creative professionals get paid is compulsory reading. All your arts news like more concerns with budget cuts, long-awaited tours, big awards and lost creative legends.
Lowdown: Support for Vulnerable, Victimised & Under-Recognised
News that deserves to be told from within the creative community - from new initiatives that confront the dark side of the sector to success stories and important mahi that don't get enough attention.
Lowdown: Intensive Spotlight On NZ Creatives In May
Your arts news bulletin looks at the incredible smorgasbord of creativity hitting our shores, with some farewells, opportunities and innovation from local artists to the fore.