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Lasting Legacy: Toni Huata Remembered
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Lasting Legacy: Toni Huata Remembered

A "generous artist and arts administrator" who was more than just a marvel on the mic, creative friends pay tribute to a wahine toa who gave so much to the music community. 

OPINION: Preserving Wellington's Living Cultural Heritage
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OPINION: Preserving Wellington's Living Cultural Heritage

The creative community is being called on to help save the capital's Begonia House - an artist's haven that is facing demolition. Former curator Michael Oates makes his case.

Lowdown: Government Calls For Public Feedback on Screen Sector
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Lowdown: Government Calls For Public Feedback on Screen Sector

The biggest threats to local content are being tackled in a new MCH consultation, big opportunity for indigenous creatives and arts organisations under pressure.

Reclaiming Arts Journalism For Our Community - Jennifer Ward-Lealand
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Reclaiming Arts Journalism For Our Community - Jennifer Ward-Lealand

OPINION: One of the most prominent creative advocates in Aotearoa is calling for a mainstream media heavyweight to lift their arts coverage.

Creative NZ Launch Latest Arts Advocacy Campaign
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Creative NZ Launch Latest Arts Advocacy Campaign

Some of the most recognisable names in the NZ creative community are at the forefront of a new video set for a big online presence in the coming weeks.

Aotearoa Projects Backed In $1.6M International Grants
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Aotearoa Projects Backed In $1.6M International Grants

The British Council's Connections Through Culture Grants has seen eight NZ/UK creative collaborations receive a welcome funding boost.

'Hundreds Of Submissions' - MCH Working Through Amplify Feedback
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'Hundreds Of Submissions' - MCH Working Through Amplify Feedback

Manatū Taonga update the progress of the long-awaited Creative and Cultural sector strategy, after the arts community made its feelings heard.

$10K Art Prize "A Real Gift"
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$10K Art Prize "A Real Gift"

An intricately carved sculpture has come out trumps in the Molly Morpeth Canaday Awards, NZ's longest running arts prize.

VIDEO: Village Radio - Keeping The Beat
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VIDEO: Village Radio - Keeping The Beat

WATCH: From an age where it was all about the wireless - not wifi - a group of passionate volunteers are ensuring the glory days of music and radio aren't forgotten.

Lowdown: Hot Competition For Top Literary Awards
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Lowdown: Hot Competition For Top Literary Awards

Your arts news bulletin returns for 2025 with the contenders for a $65,000 prize revealed, major events about to kick off, new line-ups and major creative opportunities.

Loss of Blair & Braunias A Bitter Blow
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Loss of Blair & Braunias A Bitter Blow

The New Zealand art scene is a little less vibrant after the passing of two immensely talented creatives over the summer period - Andrew Wood pays tribute.

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.