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Aggression, Lust, Repression - Exploring Masculinity & NFTs
Does figurative painting translate into the digital world of NFTs?
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BREAKING NEWS: $6.7 Million to Keep Pasifika Festivals Thriving
Find out how Tolu Wave is bringing with it a multi-million dollar boost for Pasifika festivals and creatives - and who's getting the funding.
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Aotearoa Artists Feel Targeted Support "Fails Independent Creatives"
Just released findings from the Independent Artist Survey paints a stark reality of financial and career stability. We delve into the creative community's areas of concern.
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Time for Change - Aotearoa Artists Rise Up for Resale Royalties
We go in-depth on the hottest topic in the creative community and get government reaction, Auckland Art Festival's big reveal and the latest honours, accolades and achievements.
The Lowdown
Don't Just Gig, Change a Life
One of only 70 registered music therapists in this country explains why gigging musicians should join the cause - and the impact it will leave on them.
Soapbox
Tears of Triumph
Anne Kennedy is no stranger to success - but her latest accolade stopped her in her tracks. Find out why she's "still reeling."
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The Redefinition of a Hall of Fame Creative Career
Teremoana Rapley has won virtually every accolade in Aotearoa music - but in her words, she's just getting started. The Fale-ship recipient speaks to The Big Idea in a revealing interview.
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'Improbable Thrills' & 'Irrational Beliefs' - Truths About Fiction
His work has inspired and entertained young creative minds for decades - David Hill's humour, humility and honesty illustrate what sets him apart.
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Ready to Reopen?
The shift to Alert Level 3.2 gives the green light to Tāmaki Makaurau's galleries and museums. The Lowdown finds out why not everyone in Auckland is in a rush to open their doors.
The Lowdown
'Let The Facts Speak For Themselves'
Dame Claudia Orange has played a crucial role in the way New Zealanders view Te Tiriti o Waitangi. The renowned writer explains how our nation has evolved & her latest accolade.
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Access Across Oceans - Alter State Embraces Aotearoa Artists
NZ's disabled community is set to feel the love from across the Tasman. The acclaimed Rodney Bell tells us why Alter State's Digital Launch is the deep dive they deserve.
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How Your Creative Practice Can Thrive “Without Compromise”
Expert advice on how independent arts practitioners and small creative businesses can overcome their pressure points and focus on what they love about their mahi.
Arts Smarts

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Aggression, Lust, Repression - Exploring Masculinity & NFTs

BREAKING NEWS: $6.7 Million to Keep Pasifika Festivals Thriving

Aotearoa Artists Feel Targeted Support "Fails Independent Creatives"

Time for Change - Aotearoa Artists Rise Up for Resale Royalties

Don't Just Gig, Change a Life

Tears of Triumph

The Redefinition of a Hall of Fame Creative Career

'Improbable Thrills' & 'Irrational Beliefs' - Truths About Fiction

Ready to Reopen?

'Let The Facts Speak For Themselves'

Access Across Oceans - Alter State Embraces Aotearoa Artists

How Your Creative Practice Can Thrive “Without Compromise”

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