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Read a new report which presents key findings from a survey of creative spaces, intended to provide key decision-makers and agencies with information about the sector to better understand how the sector operates, the services it provides and to whom.
Understanding the value of creative spaces
New Zealanders have jumped at the chance to apply for a free trainee berth aboard vessels that form the flotilla in the Tuia 250 Voyage, oversubscribing available spaces by more than three times, says Tuia 250 National Coordinating Committee Co-Chair Dame Jenny Shipley.
Huge interest in Tuia 250 Voyage Trainee berths
This month, a suite of events, major new commissioned artworks and the unveiling of commemorative stamps, are planned to celebrate the inspirational life of mountaineer, adventurer and humanitarian, Sir Edmund Hillary, who was born 100 years ago on 20 July 1919.
Hillary centenary celebrations pay tribute to his legacy
Read a new Discussion Paper which provides a perspective on how to better reflect culture in the Living Standards Framework. It was jointly commissioned by the Treasury and the Ministry. Submissions on the paper can be made to the Treasury (cea@treasury.govt.nz) and close on 30 September 2019.
Culture, Wellbeing and the Living Standards Framework: A Perspective
New Zealand’s public media funding agency NZ On Air is celebrating 30 years of supporting content that allows us to see and hear ourselves in media – New Zealand’s stories, in our voices.
NZ On Air celebrates 30 years of reflecting NZ’s identity and culture
Works by George Balanchine, William Forsythe and Andrea Schermoly. The stage will be flooded with colour and light. Choreographers from three continents, sharing New Zealand stages this winter from 16 August to 15 September. You won’t want to miss a step.
RNZB's Bold Moves in August
Learn to create a multi-level video game (think Super Mario Bros), inspired by the characters and stories of Pukeahu and Aotearoa, including some awesome wāhine. Enrolments now open for this afterschool programme for girls aged 11-15 who are curious about coding and making video games.
Pukeahu Game Dev Girls - make games & learn code!
Expressions of Interest for the new look Major Events Fund are being welcomed from 1 July 2019. The Fund has a new direction that will see it prioritise events that build national pride and celebrate New Zealand culture, as well as having a greater focus on arts and cultural events.
Building national pride and celebrating Kiwi culture
Using Te Papa’s beautiful black and white images by Michael Hall, the Ministry has launched new place-based storytelling project Te Haerenga o Kupe, telling the story of the journey to and around New Zealand by Kupe and his companions, and the indelible marks they left on the New Zealand landscape. This is part of our work talking about the great Pacific navigators as part of our Tuia 250 Encounters exhibition on NZHistory. It is housed on the StoryMap platform, and ends with a map showing some of the places named by or for Kupe, with a request for information about others.
Te Haerenga o Kupe: Follow Kupe's journey around Aotearoa

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Kāinga Te rangahau me ngā tānga kupu FAQs eBook FAQs

eBook FAQs

How can I read an ebook?

You need a computer or electronic device, such as a tablet, smartphone, or dedicated ereader, with ebook reading software, such as Kindle, iBooks, or Kobo apps. Dedicated ereaders include Kindle, Kobo, Nook and many more. These all come with ereading software installed. Ereading software is available - often for free - for most tablets, smartphones and computers.

What file should I chose?

The epub file can be read on all ereaders except Kindle. Kindle users should select the mobi file.

How to read your eBook using the EPUB version

The reading device you intend to use (iPhone, iPad, Android phone, e-reader or computer) will inform the steps you need to follow.

The guidance below links out to websites providing instructions for each device. (Please note MCH is not responsible for, nor makes any claims to, the content of these external links.)

How to read your eBook using the mobi version

The mobi version is the file to use if you have any Amazon Kindle reading device. We recommend following Amazon's instructions on how to upload the mobi file.

Thanks to Bridget Williams Books Ltd for assistance in putting these FAQs together.

Updated on 20th July 2016