Arts • Aotearoa New ZealandMuseum asbestos find forces its indefinite closure, reopening plans in limbo - CEODavid Reeves says the focus is on safety assessments and a commitment to revitalise Auckland Museum’s spaces despite uncertain reopening timelines.Andre Fa'aosoFri, 16 May
Language & Culture • TokelauReviving a cultural legacy: Artist’s journey to rediscover Tokelau’s banned tattoo traditionJack Kirifi intertwines personal storytelling with cultural heritage to preserve and celebrate his ancestral identity.Khalia StrongTue, 08 Apr
Arts ‘Powerful’ design earns prestigious award for Pacific artistA publication chronicling 60 years of Pacific art has been recognised at the recent PANZ Book Design Awards.Sayeemulla ShariffWed, 09 Oct
Language & Culture • FijiSolesolevaki: A Fijian family’s story of connection through artVasemaca Ema Tavola explores her heritage and identity through an exhibition in Auckland.Atutahi Potaka-DewesTue, 08 Oct
Language & Culture • FijiThe Girmit through electronic music and poetryArtist Nadia Freeman retells the story of her ancestors through song, poetry, and electronic music.Sayeemulla ShariffThu, 05 Sep
Language & CulturePacific digital library finalist in global awardsThe website, Digital Pasifik, showcases Pacific artefacts from around the world.Khalia StrongMon, 05 Aug
Arts • TongaFrom NZ to the US and back: Tongan artist explains why her art takes the hard routeTongan diverse creator, or visual fine artist, spoke to PMN Tonga’s John Pulu on why technology can’t outpace tradition and the tragic but uplifting reason behind her business name.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uFri, 12 Jul
Pacific RegionCelebrating identity, land and kinshipIndigenous artists will share their rich culture and heritage at the Pasefika 2024 exhibit in Honolulu.Christine RovoiMon, 27 May
Language & Culture • FijiPacific pride and pain: Marking Girmit Day in AotearoaFijian Indian creatives and researchers in Aotearoa are helping share their unique Pacific identity as descendants of indentured Fiji Indian labourers, or Girmit.Alka PrasadThu, 16 May
ArtsParliament art collection shows the value of diversityThanks to Helen Clark donating 600 pieces of Pacific artwork, Parliament's art collection has a wide and varied range of pieces. Merewai Durutalo, Te Rito Journalism CadetTue, 09 Apr