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Five ways to beat the winter blues
It might be dark and dreary outside, but these mood-boosting activities can help you beat the blues this winter.
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Waimahara ‘sings’ with you in light and sound - a first for public art
Waimahara is the first of its kind; unique to Tāmaki Makaurau and unique in the world. If you sing a special waiata the artwork listens and responds, accompanying you with an awe-inspiring display of light and sound.
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‘Love Panmure’ mural by Gary Silipa overlooking Lagoon Drive in Panmure
Eke Panuku Development Auckland has been working with local artist Gary Silipa to develop a new mural for Panmure.
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Ancient boulders hold contemporary objects in new public artwork in upper Federal Street
Residents of Federal Street (south) are enjoying a new artwork Lost & Found, with eight large boulders carved by Joe Sheehan supporting a feeling of community.
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Rainy day activities to keep the kids entertained
When the weather outside is frightful, there are plenty of delightful indoor activities around Tāmaki Makaurau for the whole family to participate in.
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$1 million boost for Tāmaki Makaurau arts and culture
44 arts groups and artists will receive support throughout the year ahead to help them deliver a smorgasbord of creative events and activities across Tāmaki Makaurau.
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Board seeks guarantee for art space
No Papakura Art Gallery sale will get board approval without guarantees the same level of services can be housed at a new location alongside the library.
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Kate van der Drift announced as Auckland Council’s 2024 Artist in Residence
Auckland Council has selected Kate van der Drift as the 2024 Artist in Residence, she will take up her residency in Waitawa Regional Park later this year.
Events164 Results
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QUEENS
Employing a distinctive theatrical visual approach, crafted to mirror the bees' unique universe.
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Winter Poetry Festival
Come and catch amazing performances by local Tāmaki poets!
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Drawn In - Kumeu Arts Members Exhibition of Drawing
This collection of drawings will serve to highlight the value of drawing.
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Get Fired - Kumeu Arts Members Exhibition of Ceramics
Our annual ceramics exhibition highlights the work of the many talented ceramic artists in our co...
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Only Bones - Daniel Nodder
Only Bones – Daniel Nodder is the eleventh iteration of a series of solo shows grouped together u...
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Skate or Die
A group of boys find themselves stuck in the PlayStation game Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 2. To get o...
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Te Ao Hou
Boundaries of past and future are challenged, and wisdom flows from unexpected sources.
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Call For Exhibition Proposals 2025
Auckland Council is calling for proposals from creatives to show your work across Franklin Arts C...