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May is NZ Music Month
NZ Music Month Te Marama Puoro o Aotearoa celebrates the artists and music scenes from across our fair land. It’s our annual opportunity to turn up local sounds and have more of our music in more ears around the country.
The Space Between: Making Vā
In March, Matt release his debut album, Vā, an 11-track work created in Samoa from field recordings, found sounds and collaborations, woven together with bass-heavy electronic production.
April 2026 Pānui/ Newsletter
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Harp in Hauraki
A concert by highly acclaimed and award winning Breton harpist and singer, Kevin Le Pennec, on 20 March saw a small but really keen audience turnout at the Monkey House Lounge and Cabaret.
Whangamatā Art Trail Back This Eater
The much-loved Whangamatā Arts Trail returns for Easter, promising a vibrant weekend of creativity, connection, and discovery across the community. With 10 unique hubs open to the public, this year’s trail invites locals and visitors alike to step inside studios, gardens, and pop-up exhibition spaces.
March 2026 Pānui/ Newsletter
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The Thames Paint Out 2026
“What the hell is going on? There are all these people painting everywhere!” was heard countless times on Saturday, February 28th. While some passers-by just had a curious peek at the artists in the heart of the Grahamstown market, others were on a mission—tracking 38 artists from the War Monument in the hills down to the waterfront.
Mercury Bay Art Escape – on now
Open studios: 7-8-9 & 14-15-16 March 2026
This year, the event proudly marks its 20th anniversary. Check out the work of more than 50 talented local artists.
February 2026 Pānui/ Newsletter
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