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Development assistance and humanitarian aidDevelopment assistance and humanitarian aid
New Zealand’s reasons for giving aid to poorer countries have varied over time. Some governments have focused on alleviating...
New Sponsorship Gives the Arts a BoostNew Sponsorship Gives the Arts a Boost
Macquarie Private Wealth New Zealand recently announced a major sponsorship agreement with the Arts Foundation. The Macquarie Private Wealth New Zealand Arts Awards are an annual event where more than $350,000 will be donated to high performing artists across multiple disciplines.
Rate the Ministry's websitesRate the Ministry's websites
Rate the Ministry's websites by completing the following web survey. Answer four quick questions and go into the draw for a $100 vouchers prize.
1967 Strongman Coal Mine disaster1967 Strongman Coal Mine disaster
Read our NZHistory.net website feature about the 1967 Strongman Mine disaster which was the subject of a recent television documentary.
Fundraising moves ahead for Hairy Maclary sculpture in TaurangaFundraising moves ahead for Hairy Maclary sculpture in Tauranga
Fundraising for the Hairy Maclary and Friends Sculpture Project on Tauranga’s waterfront has taken another step towards meeting its $800,000 budget with a pledge of $50,000 from local engineering consultancy Harrison Grierson.
AUT Sign Language Competition 'Sign Star'AUT Sign Language Competition 'Sign Star'
Notice from the Auckland University of Technology about a new competition for school pupils. Capture your school signing the national anthem and enter your video here to win cool prizes for your school. Entries close on 15 June 2012.
The Crystal Chain Gang: Fancy Fools FlightThe Crystal Chain Gang: Fancy Fools Flight
Auckland's Objectspace gallery is delighted to present 'Fancy Fools Flight', a new body of work by glass artists Jim Dennison and Leanne Williams, the Crystal Chain Gang. Together the pair have pushed the boundaries of the medium, utilising cast glass to create innovative work that traverses the territories of art.
Call for Entries: 21st Wallace Art Awards 2012Call for Entries: 21st Wallace Art Awards 2012
The Wallace Arts Trust is calling for entries to the 21st Wallace Art Awards 2012, amounting to over $165,000. The Awards are the longest running, largest and most prestigious annual art awards in New Zealand. Entries close on 31 July 2012.
Follow the Christchurch Cultural Hub on facebookFollow the Christchurch Cultural Hub on facebook
This page has been set up to create an online space for the creative, sporting and heritage communities in Christchurch. We encourage you to post related information and to spread the word about Christchurch’s cultural needs. Also visit our website's 'News & events' section for additional resources.
Creating culture, preserving heritage
Manatū Taonga, the Ministry for Culture and Heritage works to enrich the lives of all New Zealanders by supporting our dynamic culture and preserving our heritage.
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
18/05/1937 - NZ nurses detained on way to Spanish Civil War
Of the small group of New Zealanders who served in the Spanish Civil War, most made their own way to Spain ...
Save Canterbury Heritage
Canterbury’s heritage building stock has suffered irretrievable loss since September 2010. Learn how you can support the Canterbury Earthquake Heritage Buildings Fund.
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