Culture 101

Local artist David Gunson joins us to talk about the arts scene there and the town's new art gallery. Read more Audio

Authors David O'Donnell and Hilary Halba join Culture 101 to discuss their new book. Read more Audio

City Gallery Wellington Te Whare Toi have announced that they will return to Te Ngākau Civic Square next October 2026 with a major new exhibition from, who they describe, as "one of the most… Read more Audio

A just released book, The Eccentric History of Batik shares the story of the art and love of Dinah Priestley and Tony Burton. Read more Audio

Born in beautiful Te Anau, since age 5 tennis star today Lulu Sun has lived around the world. Formerly representing Switzerland, since 2024 she has again called New Zealand home. Read more Audio

Arts News for 2 November 2025. Audio

All art is politics: Acclaimed Australian artist Mike Parr's controversial performance. Read more Audio

A leap of faith: 25th anniversary of The White Stripes remarkable debut in NZ. Read more Audio

Regional Wrap: working with kelp in the Waitaki. Read more Audio

The stories of Roald Dahl have been hugely popular on stage and screen, and now, The Enormous Crocodile has been turned into a musical. Read more Audio

Award-winning actor Alison Bruce is one of the country’s most versatile and experienced stage and screen actors. 
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Tauranga Art Gallery reopens in $306 million redevelopment of city's cultural heart. Read more Audio