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Chris Tse's "Life-Changing Opportunity" As NZ's Latest Poet Laureate
A big announcement on National Poetry Day - find out the reaction to the "glam-rock poetry superstar's" appointment and the difference he plans to make.
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Worth The Wait
Get the Lowdown on the big news and (long-awaited) events hitting the creative community this week.
The Lowdown
NZ Film Commission 'Conflict of Interest' Report Released
The Independent Report into the New Zealand Film Commission saga has just been announced - get the full details here.
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Professional Services Directory 2022/2023
Aotearoa's premiere creative product and service directory. Find what you need, or how to get listed, in this exclusive index made for artists and creatives.
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Storytelling Without Words
How we consume news and take in information has never been so visually driven. We take a look at some of the best images from the 2022 Voyager Media Awards.
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How To Be Part Of TBI's Professional Services Directory 2022/23
Got a product or service that could be of use to Aotearoa's creative community? Find out how you can feature on a directory made for artists and creatives.
Guides
How To Survive Creative Networking Opportunities
Networking is essential for arts practitioners - here are some no-nonsense tips to help you do it (without screaming into the canapés).
Arts Smarts
Artist Resale Royalty Scheme Details Announced
We get Government and expert reaction to one of the biggest issues in Aotearoa’s creative community finally receiving some clarity.
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"It's About Time" - Pacific Spotlight Well Earned
The Lowdown looks into the current explosion of Pacific success stories on our stages, screens and galleries, bias complaints against CNZ and other important arts happenings.
The Lowdown
'Back Your Intuition'
Veteran bronze sculptor Jim Wheeler faced plenty of obstacles and doubt before finding his creative calling. He has some sage advice for his younger self on the journey ahead.
Advice to My 22-Year-Old Self
Handing The Baton Of Pasifika Storytelling
A quarter of a century after its debut, Dawn Raids is a play with as much significance as ever. We speak to the show's heralded producer about letting the next generation take the reins.
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Let's Talk About Sex
Doing it right - How to use sex in your art in a way that’s not totally cringeworthy, from an experienced sex columnist and creative producer.
Arts Smarts

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