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Ki te puāwai te ahurea, Ka ora te iwi
Culture is thriving,
The people are well

Manatū Taonga Ministry for Culture and Heritage works to enrich the lives of all New Zealanders.

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.

Today in History

Today in History

22/09/1931 - Coalition government formed to combat Depression
United Party Prime Minister George Forbes had convened an inter-party conference with the goal of forming a coalition government that would ‘share the responsibility’ of dealing with the Depression. ...

Commemorating Waitangi Day Fund Refreshed for 2024 Round

Commemorating Waitangi Day Fund Refreshed for 2024 Round

The 2024 Commemorating Waitangi Day Fund (the Fund) is open from Monday 11 September to Friday 13 October and includes updated criteria. The annual Fund supports local communities to commemorate the signing of Te Tiriti o Waitangi – The Treaty of Waitangi (Te Tiriti). ...