Creative Northland

25/10/2026

CREATIVITY BELONGS IN WHANGĀREI

Creativity is all around us.
It's in our galleries and performance spaces, our festivals and events, our public art, our makers and musicians, and the people sharing stories and creating experiences across our communities.

As Election Day approaches, take the time to find out what parties and candidates are proposing and consider the issues that matter to you.

If arts, creativity, culture and heritage matter to you and your community, make them part of the questions you ask and the policies you explore.

Creativity shapes our communities. Your vote helps shape what comes next.

Voting opens 26 October. Election Day is Saturday 7 November. Vote NZ

Find voting places through Vote NZ - https://map.vote.nz/voting-places and compare policies and candidates at https://policy.nz

24/10/2026

Congrats Kate! And all the entrants from this year. Another fantastic trophy made by 🫶

23/10/2026

The 2026 Far North Creative Discovery is out now!

Discover local artists, galleries, studios and creative spaces across the Far North. Whether you're a local or visiting the region, grab a copy and explore the incredible creativity on offer in Te Tai Tokerau.

📍 Pick up your FREE copy from:
Paihia i-SITE, Copthorne Hotel & Resort, Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands, Fly Fish Art & Gifts, Paihia Library, Little Black Gallery, Procter Library, Kerikeri, Hokianga i-SITE, Te Wheke, Kaikohe, No. 1 Gallery, Rāwene, Village Arts, Kohukohu, Exhibit A, Mangōnui
Sound Lounge, Kerikeri.

Support local creatives, visit their spaces and discover something new!

22/10/2026

Mel was at the opening of New Light at Little Black Gallery in Kerikeri last night and dropped off some copies of our 2026 Far North Creative Discovery!

If you're in Kerikeri, pop into Little Black Gallery, check out the new works on display and grab your FREE copy of Creative Discovery to explore more local artists, galleries and creative spaces across the Far North.

22/10/2026

22/10/2026

Registrations are still open for Collaborationz 2027, happening 5–14 March 2027!

A great opportunity for artists and makers to connect, collaborate, share skills and explore new creative ideas alongside others.

Interested in being part of it? Find out more and register at www.collaborationz.co.nz