Lowdown: Another Arts Leader Departs
One of the highest-profile figures in the creative sector departs with little fanfare, an Arts Laureate puts her money where her heart is and pleas to make community voices heard.
Report: NZers Relationship With The Arts Revealed
A look at Creative NZ’s just-released triennial survey, with some in-depth insight into how Aotearoa views the arts and how it's changed since COVID.
Explore The Boundaries That Define You
Acclaimed NZ designer James Dobson is fearless with his fashion and pulls no punches with advice for his younger self.
World Beaters - Mataaho Collective Win Prestigious International Art Prize
The Golden Lion belongs to one of Aotearoa's most beloved creative quartets - reaction from the Venice Biennale and back home.
Lowdown: Shining Lights Of Success
Warning - only good news in this week's arts news bulletin - this is not a drill! A cavalcade of creative achievements to acknowledge, as New Zealanders get the spotlight for their hard mahi.
First Look: NZ Artwork At Venice Biennale 2024
A brand new artwork from a leading Aotearoa creative and some hugely significant ngā toi Māori has just been unveiled to the world - see what visitors of the world's biggest art show are about to experience.
Paul Goldsmith: It’s Time For An Arts & Creative Sector Strategy
The creative community have been calling out for it - now the Minister for Arts, Culture and Heritage is responding. See what Goldsmith sees as the priorities for the sector.
What Arts Managers Notice About Their Best Workers
A survey of arts managers across the Tasman has highlighted what their top workers are bringing to the table right now. Their observations may surprise you.
Taking Risks Pays Off For Award-Winning Playwrights
One holds the record for most shortlisted entries, the other has tasted triple success - The Adam NZ Play Award gives special recognition for this year's joint winners.
Local Screen Industry In Vulnerable State
It's not just newsrooms facing the axe - with local productions across the board in the firing line amid broadcasting cuts. We hear from sector advocates about what needs to happen next.
Lowdown: Another Festival Forced Into Hiatus
Tough decisions in challenging times, new creative partnerships formed, rare good news for GLAM sector, new appointments - all the news you need to know from Aotearoa's creative community.
Opinion: Misunderstood Role Of Dealer Galleries
With a number of dealer galleries closing their doors recently, we get an owners' perspective of why they're still vital in providing livelihoods for so many of Aotearoa's artists.