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50 Ways To Conquer Creative Self-Doubt
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50 Ways To Conquer Creative Self-Doubt

From cartoon voices to household habits, there are so many ways for creative people do to keep their confidence up. This list has something for everyone and could be a game-changer.

Top Tips For Reaching Rock 'n Roll Royalty
Advice to My 22-Year-Old Self

Top Tips For Reaching Rock 'n Roll Royalty

With half a century of collaborating with some of the biggest names in music history under his belt, Chris Cuffaro knows what it takes to get to the top and keep the creative flame burning.

"Morally Adrift" - Culture & Value Needs Democracy, Not Democratisation
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"Morally Adrift" - Culture & Value Needs Democracy, Not Democratisation

Seasoned creative leader Philip Clarke states our lens on culture and value needs to change - and how the passing of the Queen helped sparked this conversation.

The Only Permission You Need Is Your Own
Advice to My 22-Year-Old Self

The Only Permission You Need Is Your Own

Tatiana Hotere's road to career satisfaction wasn't an easy one - but that makes it all the more worthwhile. She gives the career tips she wishes she knew when starting on her creative journey.

Creative Heartbreak, Aroha & Resilience In Auckland's Flooding State of Emergency
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Creative Heartbreak, Aroha & Resilience In Auckland's Flooding State of Emergency

Tāmaki Makaurau artists are among those confronted with the devastation gripping so many in the city - we hear heart-wrenching tales, shows of support and the latest on what comes next.

Lowdown: Big Picture Focus, Immediate Arts Urgency
The Lowdown

Lowdown: Big Picture Focus, Immediate Arts Urgency

Creative sector info years in the planning & alarming statistics on the housing/income issues facing artists have been released - The Lowdown breaks them down as well as emotional news for many.

Opinion: How Has Creative Community Fared In The Ardern Era?
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Opinion: How Has Creative Community Fared In The Ardern Era?

Much has been said of Jacinda Ardern's success & failures in the Prime Minister's role - but Andrew Wood gives his personal thoughts on what's been achieved in the Arts, Culture & Heritage portfolio.

The Jacinda Effect - How PM Brought The WOW Factor for Kiwi Creative
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The Jacinda Effect - How PM Brought The WOW Factor for Kiwi Creative

Award-winning designer Dylan Mulder explains the impact the outgoing Prime Minister made on his career by wearing his garment at last year's World of WearableArts show.

8 Steps To Rewrite Your Bio
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8 Steps To Rewrite Your Bio

A well-written creative bio does more than list your accomplishments - it makes readers curious.

Lowdown - Creative Leadership on Merry-Go-Round
The Lowdown

Lowdown - Creative Leadership on Merry-Go-Round

The leading arts news bulletin is back for 2023 - and rips straight into the big issues. Who's leaving their gigs and what happens next plus farewells and congratulations are in order.

Auckland Pride's Big Change
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Auckland Pride's Big Change

This year's Festival will be the end of a transformative period for a crucial event in Tāmaki Makaurau's creative community - find what's happening here.

The Big Catch Up - Creative News You May Have Missed Over Summer
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The Big Catch Up - Creative News You May Have Missed Over Summer

Been off the grid or just not bothering with keeping up with the news over Summer? We've got you - here's a quick recap of the biggest news in Aotearoa's creative community over the holiday period.