Spotlight: Satellites launch new resource for Asian arts Supported by Te Urungi Innovation funding, Satellites launched a new website, magazine and international artist programme as part of its ongoing mahi to support and promote Asian-diaspora artists in Aotearoa. 2 April, 2024
‘Everybody loves arts, culture and heritage’ finds latest Cultural Participation Survey The latest Cultural Participation Survey has revealed that 97% of New Zealanders participate in at least one form of arts, culture or heritage activities 14 March, 2024
Long-term Insights Briefing highlights opportunities for future of Aotearoa’s arts, culture and heritage Manatū Taonga Ministry for Culture and Heritage has published its inaugural Long-term Insights Briefing for the cultural sector. The Briefing explores five key areas that will influence the vibrancy and resilience of the cultural sector ecosystem in the future. 27 January, 2023
New appointments to the Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa Board Tama Waipara and David Wilks have been appointed to the Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa Board, Manatū Taonga Ministry for Culture and Heritage announced. 19 January, 2023
Jane Meares appointed to the New Zealand Film Commission Board Jane Meares has been appointed to the New Zealand Film Commission Board for a three-year term, Manatū Taonga Ministry for Culture and Heritage announced. 18 January, 2023
Cultural Sector Regeneration Fund second round of recipients announced Twenty-two cultural sector initiatives have been named today as the latest recipients of the Cultural Sector Regeneration Fund, giving them the backing they need to make a lasting impact for the arts, culture and heritage sectors. 20 December, 2022
From Pasifika bus drivers to queer dance parties: Communities to Record Tales of Aotearoa New Zealand’s Diverse Communities Stories ranging from 1990s queer dance parties, a history of abortion care in Aotearoa and the experiences of Pasifika bus drivers in Ōtepoti Dunedin are among the topics which will be explored by recipients of this year’s Ngā Kōrero Tuku Iho, Piki Ake! Kake Ake! New Zealand Oral History grants. 16 December, 2022
New appointments for Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga Board and Māori Heritage Council Rei Kohere (Ngāti Porou, Rongowhakaata, Ngāi Tahu) and Professor Rangi Mātāmua (Ngāi Tūhoe) have been appointed to the Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga Board and Māori Heritage Council respectively, Manatū Taonga Ministry for Culture and Heritage announced. 15 December, 2022
Funding for Arts and Culture Projects Brings Eco Design onto Centre Stage Two projects to create arts and culture hubs which forefront sustainable design have received funding from the Regional Culture and Heritage Fund (RCHF). 14 December, 2022
New research confirms value of arts and culture more than dollars and tickets A trans-Tasman research venture into the value of the arts and culture sector urges that people look beyond economic benefits and attendance figures, toward assessing the wider benefits to communities and society as a whole. 14 December, 2022
From Women's Football to Chinese Restaurants, History Grants Shine a Light on Untold Stories of Aotearoa Recipients of this year’s Whiria Te Mahara New Zealand History Grants will give voice to a diverse range of Aotearoa stories. 24 November, 2022