
Matariki Ahunga Nui fund to support celebrations
The government is continuing to support iwi Māori working to regenerate and celebrate mātauranga Matariki, through its re-established Matariki Ahunga Nui Fund that was launched today.…

New site required for National Erebus Memorial due to safety concerns
Manatū Taonga Ministry for Culture and Heritage announced today that significant damage caused at the National Erebus Memorial site by recent extreme and unprecedented weather events in Tāmaki…

2023 Anzac Day commemorations to be held at Pukeahu National War Memorial Park
On 25 April, there will be a range of opportunities for members of the public to participate in Anzac Day commemorations, said Tumu Whakarae Chief Executive Leauanae Laulu Mac Leauanae.…

Appeal for information: damage to Massey Memorial - Point Halswell, Wellington
Manatū Taonga Ministry for Culture and Heritage has been alerted to an incident of vandalism at Massey Memorial in Wellington. The Massey Memorial is a national monument and commemorates William…

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.…