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Regenerating the Arts, Culture and Heritage Sector

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COVID-19 is having an enormous impact on those involved in the arts, culture, heritage and sports sectors. Manatū Taonga is working closely with Crown entities and funded agencies to understand the ongoing impact of COVID-19 on our sector and to determine the most effective response in this fast-changing situation.
New Zealand will commemorate the 75th anniversary of the end of the Second World War on 15 August 2020. A national commemoration will take place at 1pm on Saturday 15 August at Pukeahu National War Memorial Park in Wellington. The commemoration will also be live streamed on this website and on the Pukeahu Facebook page.
The focus of media sector guidance is on working safely. It reflects the principles and overall guidance outlined in the Government’s advice on Alert Level 3.
Come along to the Ministry's next Public History talk on Wednesday 12 August at 12.10pm at the National Library of NZ. In this talk, historian Ryan Bodman will explore the value of social media as a 21st century history-research tool.
Creative New Zealand has opened the first opportunities in its 12-month investment plan, announced in July and following the completion of its first phase COVID-19 emergency response.
Building owners around New Zealand have benefited from the latest round of Heritage EQUIP funding with grants totalling $2,230,166.
Lauded New Zealand conductor Gemma New will lead the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra for the first time with concerts in Wellington, Dunedin, Christchurch and Auckland in August and September 2-2020.
Scott Base’s oldest building, a hut built by a Sir Edmund Hillary-led team, is about to open its doors to the public – virtually. Developed in partnership with Auckland University of Technology over two years, the virtual reality experience allows users to explore Sir Edmund Hillary’s hut in Antarctica. The experience provides insight into how the 23 men of Sir Ed’s team lived and worked in the world’s most extreme environment more than 60 years ago.
Four extraordinary works, by inspirational and internationally renowned choreographers, capture the spirit and power of Venus Rising – brightest of stars, herald of the dusk and of the dawn. Book now for the RNZB's latest production which runs from 20 August to 19 September.

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Promoting a confident and connected culture

Manatū Taonga, the Ministry for Culture and Heritage works to enrich the lives of all New Zealanders by promoting a confident and connected culture.

We support many of New Zealand’s arts, media, heritage and sports organisations; advise government on cultural matters and provide research and resources for everyone to access. The organisations we fund deliver a wide range of cultural experiences for all to enjoy.

Regenerating the Arts, Culture and Heritage sector

Regenerating the Arts, Culture and Heritage sector

We are focused on the recovery, regeneration and revitalisation of the cultural sector. This page outlines the initiatives we are funding and delivering, to help our sector thrive. ...

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 Media Support Package

Media Support Package

Learn about Government relief for the media sector, in response to COVID-19. This is the first set of initiatives, with a focus on near term impact. ...

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Heritage EQUIP

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National Erebus Memorial

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Te Tai

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Pukeahu National War Memorial Park

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