Next phase reached in National Erebus Memorial design The National Erebus Memorial has progressed from concept design to the next stage of design. 20 April, 2026
Anzac Day 2026: Recognising all who have served, past and present New Zealanders will gather across the country on 25 April to mark Anzac Day 2026, coming together in remembrance of all those who have served the nation in times of war, conflict, and peace support operations. 14 April, 2026
2026 Broadcast of the Adhan – honouring those killed in the 15 March 2019 terror attacks 2026 marks seven years since the Christchurch terror attacks. We are inviting interested media organisations to play a recording of the adhan (call to prayer) on Sunday 15 March 12 March, 2026
Kiwi artists to take the stage at global music festival with cultural diplomacy support Strengthening New Zealand’s global cultural presence is a key part of the government’s Cultural Diplomacy International Programme (CDIP), which has provided $57,000 to enable New Zealand to be a lead country partner at The Great Escape music festival’s 20th anniversary, held in Brighton, England 10 March, 2026
Funding round opens to put creative exports at the heart of New Zealand’s cultural diplomacy New Zealand is strengthening its global cultural presence with a strategy reset for the Cultural Diplomacy International Programme 17 February, 2026
Restoring Coates Memorial Church – project update The restoration of Coates Memorial Church is now in its fifth month all major exterior works have been completed on schedule. Access to the interior of the church remains restricted while the final stages of interior work are completed. 17 February, 2026
New approach for Carillon at National War Memorial reflects Anzac connection The iconic Carillon bells have not sounded out across Pukeahu National War Memorial Park since 2020, due to earthquake strengthening to the carillon tower. Manatū Taonga has revealed a new approach to ensure visitors hear the instrument played again soon. 11 February, 2026
75th anniversary of the 1951 waterfront dispute The waterfront dispute of 1951 was the largest industrial confrontation in New Zealand’s history. Fought at a time of rising Cold War tensions, it polarised politics and divided the union movement. 9 February, 2026
Support for community events to commemorate Waitangi Day 2026 Funding has been provided to 29 community events across New Zealand to commemorate Waitangi Day in 2026. 27 January, 2026
Appeal for information: stolen metal letters at Pukeahu National War Memorial Park Manatū Taonga Ministry for Culture and Heritage has found that elements of the French Memorial and park signage at Pukeahu National War Memorial Park have been stolen over the holiday break. 9 January, 2026
Funding awarded to projects exploring the stories of kaumātua, activists, and entertainers The final Whiria Te Mahara New Zealand History Grants have been awarded to projects exploring Māori heritage, social activism, wartime experiences and disability history. 16 December, 2025