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.
CLOSING SOON: Door Open For Emerging Artists To Share Their Stories
Applications for Studio One Toi Tū’s 2026 exhibitions end this week - find out how to apply and how it's impacted those already given the chance.
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.
Kia Mau Festival: Forging the path to Hawaiki Hou
Artist-led and Indigenous storytelling-focused, the Wellington-based festival shapes up for another empowering edition.
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F.O.L.A [AKL]: How to Make a Really Great Party…and a Really Great Protest
Co-artistic directors Nisha Madhan and Julia Croft invite us into the blazing, new world they’ve created together with F.O.L.A [AKL], in our new series Pathfinders.
OPINION: Budget 2025 Hits Creative Freelancers In The Pocket
A creative academic looks at the real implications for the many self-employed workers in the sector, following the government's latest financial decisions.
'Cabaret Curious?' How To Get Your Glitter On
We take a cheeky peek behind the Cabaret Festival's velvet curtain and find out how creatives - no matter their experience - can be a part of it.
Lowdown: International Triumphs For NZ Creatives
Aotearoa creative minds and institutions are getting recognised globally and locally, big arts events and milestones worth savouring.
"Don't Stay in Your Lane"
Multi-passionate creative, PhD researcher and award-winning author Jeanelle Frontin on the importance of getting to know yourself.
Talanoa with a Tusitala: Dani Kionasina
Danielle Kionasina Dilys Thomson talks to her creative journey and what inspires and challenges her in our new bi-monthly series, 'Talanoa with a Tusitala'.