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
New site required for National Erebus Memorial due to safety concerns Manatū Taonga Ministry for Culture and Heritage announced today that significant damage caused at the National Erebus Memorial site by recent extreme and unprecedented weather events in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland, means a new enduring home for the memorial needs to be found. 29 April, 2023
Rachel Yates appointed as its first Senior Pacific Historian Manatū Taonga Ministry for Culture and Heritage has appointed Rachel Yates (Vaisala, Savaii) as its first Pou Hītori Moananui-a-Kiwa Senior Pacific Historian. 11 February, 2023
Closure of Ombudsman investigation gives confidence in National Erebus Memorial The Chief Ombudsman has completed his investigation into aspects of the processes and decision-making by Manatū Taonga Ministry for Culture and Heritage in relation to the National Erebus Memorial. The Chief Ombudsman has also confirmed the Ministry has taken appropriate steps to implement his recommendation. 11 February, 2023
Long-term Insights Briefing highlights opportunities for future of Aotearoa’s arts, culture and heritage Manatū Taonga Ministry for Culture and Heritage has published its inaugural Long-term Insights Briefing for the cultural sector. The Briefing explores five key areas that will influence the vibrancy and resilience of the cultural sector ecosystem in the future. 27 January, 2023
New appointments to the Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa Board Tama Waipara and David Wilks have been appointed to the Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa Board, Manatū Taonga Ministry for Culture and Heritage announced. 19 January, 2023
Jane Meares appointed to the New Zealand Film Commission Board Jane Meares has been appointed to the New Zealand Film Commission Board for a three-year term, Manatū Taonga Ministry for Culture and Heritage announced. 18 January, 2023
Cultural Sector Regeneration Fund second round of recipients announced Twenty-two cultural sector initiatives have been named today as the latest recipients of the Cultural Sector Regeneration Fund, giving them the backing they need to make a lasting impact for the arts, culture and heritage sectors. 20 December, 2022
From Pasifika bus drivers to queer dance parties: Communities to Record Tales of Aotearoa New Zealand’s Diverse Communities Stories ranging from 1990s queer dance parties, a history of abortion care in Aotearoa and the experiences of Pasifika bus drivers in Ōtepoti Dunedin are among the topics which will be explored by recipients of this year’s Ngā Kōrero Tuku Iho, Piki Ake! Kake Ake! New Zealand Oral History grants. 16 December, 2022
New appointments for Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga Board and Māori Heritage Council Rei Kohere (Ngāti Porou, Rongowhakaata, Ngāi Tahu) and Professor Rangi Mātāmua (Ngāi Tūhoe) have been appointed to the Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga Board and Māori Heritage Council respectively, Manatū Taonga Ministry for Culture and Heritage announced. 15 December, 2022