Ngā Atua ō Matariki, opening at Pātaka Museum of Arts and Culture on June 13th, is an exhibition of photographed works inspired by Ngā Atua of the Matariki star cluster, this collection reimagines the 9 Atua through the contemporary body painting on tangata whenua.

Over five weeks, the space opens to the community to connect, create, and reflect on the rising of Matariki, a time to celebrate renewal. Experience interactive face painting workshops, activities for tamariki, and behind-the-scenes insights into the creative journey.

At the core, this project is dedicated to Pitaarangaōtemahita Rongopai, whose journey on Te-Waka-ō-Rangi will be completed among many others during the course of this exhibition.

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Eastern Artists Connection are hosting a panel talk with tattoo artists Jun Yang, Rose Hu, and Tim Gadia.

This will be a friendly discussion about the art of tattooing and how it intersects with identity and culture.

Free to attend for asian artist's of all disciplines.

On Manners Street on July 15th at 6.30pm email easternsoundcollection@gmail.com to register and get further details.

Wellington, get ready for the ultimate Peruvian fiesta!

Join us for a vibrant afternoon packed with world-famous flavors, live music, traditional dances, and the warmest community vibes.

What’s on the menu?
• Authentic Peruvian Food: Discover why our gastronomy rules the world!
• Live music & folklore dance performances to get you moving.
• Family-friendly activities and fun for everyone.
• Bring your friends, and enjoy this fabulous afternoon!

Event Details / Detalles del Evento:
• Sunday 26th July / Domingo 26 de julio
• 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
• Location / Lugar: Miramar Bowling Club - 75 Darlington Road, Miramar, Wellington.

Reflect on 40 years of Homosexual Law Reform in Aotearoa this Queer History Month, Pūmahara Ia Te Wā. The programme features a documentary screening: Thin Edge of the Wedge. Come and experience the media landscape of 1985 and 1986 following the introduction of the Homosexual Law Reform Bill. This screening includes material some viewers may find challenging.

Throughout the day you are invited to explore the rest of the programme, observe collection items at your own pace — from ephemera and audiovisual taonga to books — and create your own poetic response.

This event is presented as part of Queer History Month Pūmahara Ia Te Wā, in partnership with Ngā Taonga Sound & Vision, Archives New Zealand, Kawe Mahara Queer Archives Aotearoa, and Blackout Poetry Aotearoa.

You heard that right! We're gearing up to celebrate half a century of student radio in the capital in 2027!

"But how can I help!?" we hear you cry!

Well we're building a collection of Wellington music and culture from the last 50 years - if you've got posters, tapes, merch, CDs, anything & everything - we want it! (All formats are accepted!)

Get in touch with archive@radioactive.fm

And keep your ears tuned in as we reveal what'll be happening on-air, and around the city, throughout next year.

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