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NZ Herald
4 days ago
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- NZ Herald
Gisborne arts projects thrive with Creative Communities funding boost
Lovers of the arts in Tairāwhiti have more to choose from, thanks to the bi-annual Creative Communities Scheme funding initiative. Twice a year Gisborne District Council calls for applications for a grant from the $45,000 pot available to help with grassroots arts projects. Twenty-four projects received support in the
Scoop
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
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Pukekura Park The Purr-Fect Setting For Ross The Cat Video With Help From NPDC Creative Communities Funding
A host of Taranaki tamariki bring two of Ngāmotu New Plymouth's stand-out stars to life in a new short film based on the best-selling local children's book, Ross the Cat, thanks to funding from the NPDC-managed Creative Communities Scheme. The children read the story of Ross and his favourite hang-out, Pukekura Park, highlighting the many attractions at the world-class and multiple Green Flag awarded park, which Ross roams almost every day. "Never work with children and animals – isn't that the saying? Well, following the success of my book Ross the Cat, I decided to create a real-life action version involving local children to narrate the story and of course, including the real-life Ross. The video was professionally shot to showcase the story and Pukekura Park at its best. It is a celebration of young talent in the district, a high-profile feline ambassador and the iconic Pukekura Park,' said author Helen Griffiths. "Creative Communities supported the project that combined community storytelling with children's involvement in the arts. Their enthusiasm and excitement were obvious, and the project culminated in a red-carpet premiere at the Len Lye Cinema, giving the children a taste of film star glamour – no doubt the first of many appearances for some.' The video production received $2,755 from the Creative Communities Scheme. Applications for Creative Communities funding are open until 18 August. Find out more at FAST FACTS The Creative Communities Scheme is a partnership between the government's Creative New Zealand arts agency and councils to promote community involvement, diversity and young people participating in the arts. Each year the NPDC Creative Communities Scheme distributes around $50,000 on behalf of Creative New Zealand to local artists and arts groups. Artists and arts groups can apply for up to $2,500 each round, but larger amounts can be granted for major projects. Last year the scheme helped about 40 artists and arts groups.
Scoop
18-07-2025
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Make The Most Of The Coast With The Creative Communities Scheme
Press Release – Kapiti Coast District Council To be eligible for funding, projects need to have an arts or cultural focus and take place within the Kpiti Coast. Applications open Wednesday 16 July and close at 5pm Monday, 11 August. Kāpiti Coast District Council is thrilled to announce that the first round of the Creative Communities Scheme 2025/26 is open for applications. The twice-yearly scheme is funded by Creative New Zealand to support local arts and cultural projects. This round has about $23,000 available to share across projects that create opportunities to create or celebrate the Kāpiti Coast's fabulous cultural scene. Funded projects must take place between 16 September 2025 and 16 September 2026. Council arts events coordinator Nerita Clark says individuals and organisations are able to apply for funding. 'The scheme means we're able to support a range of inspirational projects that really add to the vibrancy of the district,' Ms Clark says. 'The recipients of our most recent round of funding have been working on exciting projects, from inclusive art or dance classes, to writing workshops or retreats, children's theatre, exhibitions and arts exchange, as well as an innovative, multimodal programme of weaving, dance and workshops. 'We're open to all kinds of arts projects, and welcome anything that creates opportunities for our local communities to get involved, but especially projects that support diversisty and encourage cultural or youth participation. 'We're delighted to administer this scheme in partnership with Creative NZ, so our community has the opportunity to participate in local arts and nurture emerging talent. 'The Creative Communities Scheme recently celebrated its 30th anniversary, and it's enduring sucess shows that the arts are truly valued. 'It's fantastic to be albe to support grassroots arts projects, and we're always excited to see applications for new projects that will inspire creativity on the coast,' Ms Clark says. To be eligible for funding, projects need to have an arts or cultural focus and take place within the Kāpiti Coast. Applications open Wednesday 16 July and close at 5pm Monday, 11 August.
Scoop
17-07-2025
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Make The Most Of The Coast With The Creative Communities Scheme
Kāpiti Coast District Council is thrilled to announce that the first round of the Creative Communities Scheme 2025/26 is open for applications. The twice-yearly scheme is funded by Creative New Zealand to support local arts and cultural projects. This round has about $23,000 available to share across projects that create opportunities to create or celebrate the Kāpiti Coast's fabulous cultural scene. Funded projects must take place between 16 September 2025 and 16 September 2026. Council arts events coordinator Nerita Clark says individuals and organisations are able to apply for funding. 'The scheme means we're able to support a range of inspirational projects that really add to the vibrancy of the district,' Ms Clark says. 'The recipients of our most recent round of funding have been working on exciting projects, from inclusive art or dance classes, to writing workshops or retreats, children's theatre, exhibitions and arts exchange, as well as an innovative, multimodal programme of weaving, dance and workshops. 'We're open to all kinds of arts projects, and welcome anything that creates opportunities for our local communities to get involved, but especially projects that support diversisty and encourage cultural or youth participation. 'We're delighted to administer this scheme in partnership with Creative NZ, so our community has the opportunity to participate in local arts and nurture emerging talent. 'The Creative Communities Scheme recently celebrated its 30th anniversary, and it's enduring sucess shows that the arts are truly valued. 'It's fantastic to be albe to support grassroots arts projects, and we're always excited to see applications for new projects that will inspire creativity on the coast,' Ms Clark says. To be eligible for funding, projects need to have an arts or cultural focus and take place within the Kāpiti Coast. Applications open Wednesday 16 July and close at 5pm Monday, 11 August.
Scoop
09-07-2025
- Sport
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Kaipara Champions And Creatives Receive Funding Boost
Press Release – Kaipara District Council The Sport NZ Rural Travel Fund helps subsidise travel for rural junior sports teams (5 to 18 year olds) participating in local competitions. The Fund helps to remove cost barriers to participation for those in rural communities and is administered … Kaipara District Council has allocated over $33,000 through the Sport NZ Rural Travel Fund and Creative Communities Scheme – Arts Funding, benefiting 17 successful local applicants. The Sport NZ Rural Travel Fund helps subsidise travel for rural junior sports teams (5 to 18 year olds) participating in local competitions. The Fund helps to remove cost barriers to participation for those in rural communities and is administered by Kaipara District Council on behalf of Sport New Zealand. Successful applicants include Dargaville High School who received $4,088.37 and Otamatea High School, awarded $2,254.77 which will support travel to sporting competitions such as hockey, football, basketball and rugby. In addition, the first round of Creative Communities Scheme for 2025 has distributed just over $17,000 to support local arts activities. The Creative Communities Scheme, administered by the Kaipara District Council on behalf of Creative New Zealand, focuses on projects that foster community participation in the arts, celebrate diverse cultural traditions, and enable youth under 18 to engage in artistic activities. Successful applicants included Company of Giants who received $3,187.50 towards the Northland grown play 'A Vaudeville of Flowers'. Te Ata Hou Roopu and Friends United secured $2,488 towards their Matariki Exhibition Wananga consisting of weaving, collaging, jewellery making, resin art and incorporation of Māori art themes and culture. For a list of all successful applicants, check out Creative communities scheme funding is currently open until 31 July 2025 and Rural travel funding applications open 1 August to 31 August 2025. grants@
