I grew up watching Mad Movies, which featured snippets of many great silent films – so I had early exposure to the genre. As an adult, I’ve watched a few complete Charlie Chaplin movies, but I’ve never had a chance to experience one in a theatre with a large audience.
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Ahi Kaa: Rekindling Connections as Māori Clay Artists Return to Driving Creek
In early November, Driving Creek welcomed Ngā Kaihanga Uku (The Māori Clay Artists Collective) & Friends back to Kapanga for their first visit in almost ten years.
December 2025 Pānui/ Newsletter
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Celebrating 10 Years of Steampunk The Thames!
Join in the delightful madness of the 10th annual Steampunk Festival, running over four days from November 6th to 9th. Come and enjoy the fun, entertainment, competitions, dancing, prancing, games, and gadgets. The perfect opportunity to unleash your creative side and get amongst it! Bring the family, there’s fun for everyone.
November 2025 Pānui/ Newsletter
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True Tales – Stories from Coromandel Hauraki
If the skeletons in the closet are something that interest you, you should get your hands on some of the ‘True Tales’ publications, written by locals and often with some unexpected surprises!
October 2025 Pānui/ Newsletter
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My Month In Puebla, Mexico
I’ve just returned from one of the most colourful and inspiring experiences of my life — a month-long art residency in Puebla, Mexico. From the moment I arrived, Puebla felt alive.
Coromandel Open Studios Arts Tour
For the first two weekends this month, 4-5 Oct, and 11-12 Oct, Coromandel will be buzzing with art enthusiasts eager to explore the latest creative work during The Coromandel Open Studios Arts Tour.
September 2025 Pānui/ Newsletter
News from around the rohe on what’s been happening in the creative industries!









