Manatū Taonga welcomes first Senior Pacific Historian
Manatū Taonga Ministry for Culture and Heritage has appointed Rachel Yates (Vaisala, Savaii) as its first Pou Hītori Moananui-a-Kiwa Senior Pacific Historian.…
Government support for cultural sector, creatives and festivals
Two new initiatives have been approved by Cabinet to help ensure the cultural sector has the certainty and support to thrive, announced Manatū Taonga Ministry for Culture and Heritage today.…
Government supports Waitangi events across Aotearoa
31 events from Te Anau to Hokianga and the Chatham Islands will receive funding to commemorate Waitangi Day 2023 in innovative ways.…
Fund extension gives more support to New Zealand’s screen sector
Access to the Screen Production Recovery Fund has been extended from 31 January to 30 June 2023, and expanded to cover productions funded by Te Māngai Pāho, announced Manatū Taonga Ministry for…
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…
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.…
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.…
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…
From Pasifika bus drivers to queer dance parties: Communities to Record Tales of Aotearoa New Zealand’s Diverse Communities
Mai i ngā kaihautū pahi Pasifika ki ngā pāti kanikani irakē: Ka Hopukia e ngā Hapori ngā Kōrero o Ngā Hapori Kanorau o Aotearoa…
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…