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What it Means to be a Laureate
It's one of the arts most exclusive clubs - and it's invitation only. With the unveiling of this year's Arts Laureates, we look at how the award impacts the chosen artists.
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Youth won't be Silenced
Young artists and activists are done letting other generations determine the future of the planet. Find out how they're influencing the climate change conversation.
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Arts in the Election Spotlight
Missed the long-overdue political conversation on the arts, culture and creative sector? Here's your chance to watch it and make your own mind up.
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Introducing 2020's Arts Laureates
The latest batch of Arts Laureates have been named - find out more about who have earned the honour.
The Lowdown
Portrait or Propaganda?
Mark Amery reports on political portraiture, art’s role in mental health, literary and music award peak season, and lots of great writing in this week’s arts news bulletin.
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Pushing Boundaries
Emily Hartley Skudder's approach to creativity is anything but ordinary, with a passion for pastel and a strength to speak out when others can't.
Arts Smarts
How to Channel Your Anger into Art
Cage the rage or unleash the beast? Verity Johnson speaks to artists and experts for this guide to making art when the world is on fire.
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I can tell you that I’m Māori but I still can’t recite my Pepeha
A year on from one of our most popular and personal features ever, Annette Morehu revisits her story of identity and what she's learned about herself since.
The Lowdown
Once in a Lifetime - But Will They Get it Right?
What does the government propose in its significant new arts fund and how can you feedback? Mark Amery on a range of initiatives that will change the arts landscape.
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Pōneke, Poetry & Personality
From mastering taonga pūoro to playing cello for punk bands, Ruby Solly's road to creative expression is a unique one.
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Run It Straight
Dolina Wehipeihana is the face of the PANNZ online hui series - but this week's kōrero on Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori is a personal one for her.
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Sealy the Real Deal
At a time where arts advocacy is at its most crucial, Kylie Sealy’s perfectly placed to support the artists of Tāmaki Makaurau.

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What it Means to be a Laureate

Youth won't be Silenced

Arts in the Election Spotlight

Introducing 2020's Arts Laureates

Portrait or Propaganda?

Pushing Boundaries

How to Channel Your Anger into Art

I can tell you that I’m Māori but I still can’t recite my Pepeha

Once in a Lifetime - But Will They Get it Right?

Pōneke, Poetry & Personality

Run It Straight

Sealy the Real Deal

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