"It’s Not A Bad Thing To Be Different"
From being forced into army service to finding his true calling, actor and writer Mustaq Missouri has some poignant words on finding your creative path.
Lowdown: Pip Pip Hooray! $100K Fellowship Announced
Winners of big residencies both here and overseas - along with more opportunities to come - plus award nomination news, fire damage implications and the importance of checking your spam folder.
A Dinosaur At The Edge Of Imagination
Perched atop a jagged, volcanic plinth, a sci-fi-meets-prehistoric creature now towers over Riverside Park in Taupō.
VIDEO: Dance and Art Therapy
WATCH: The lives of thousands of New Zealanders are uplifted through creativity, with leading dance and arts therapists making a difference to those who need this specalised support the most.
VIDEO: The Bigger Picture
WATCH: Running a gallery in Aotearoa - or getting your work inside one - can be a fraught assignment. An internationally experienced gallerist gives a frank and honest assessment.
VIDEO: Arts Sector: The Student Perspective
WATCH: Arts education comes under fire from all quarters but what do those actually in the tertiary art system think about it - and their prospects of entering the industry?
VIDEO: Living Your Art
WATCH: An unrelenting dedication to his award-winning craft, Kalisolaite ‘Uhila gives us an insight into the sacrifice he makes to drive his performance art.
Tahuna Te Ahi: Turia Schmit Peke
Turia Schmit Peke reflects on her creative journey in our new series 'Tahuna Te Ahi (Setting the World Alight)' produced in partnership with Te Manawa.
Lowdown: Culture In The Digital Age
MCH breaks down how technology could impact the arts, milestones and big moments for creative organisations and an insight into NZ's Venice Biennale exhibition.
"Affirming, Transformative" - Emerging Artists Invited To Share Their Stories
Applications are now open for Studio One Toi Tū’s 2026 exhibitions, giving artists the chance to bring their unique voices and perspectives to the heart of Tāmaki Makaurau.
King's Birthday Honours: Arts Leaders & Headliners To The Fore
From those at the top tables to those dedicated to arts in the regions, we profile the full list of 32 creatively-connected NZers receiving national honours and get reaction.
Lowdown: Big Awards, Big Apple Spotlight For NZ
Iconic prizes & world-famous institutions are recognising the talents of Aotearoa - see who's won what, NZ art centre stage in NYC, sad passings & other creative news.