Getting up and close on an Art Trail
Commit yourself to a weekend Art Trail to explore some of the creativity within our region.
Sharing
stories far
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Creative Community Change
Artists can be catalysts for creative community change through encouraging joy.
Your chance to weave change
Creative Waikato are seeking expressions of interest to join our board to support the governance of our organisation.
Weaving in a Wider Audience
‘Weaving the People’ a documentary film about our ‘Whiria te Tāngata’ programme finds a new home on RNZ Video.
Ahakoa he iti, he pounamu: Although it it small, it is a treasure
With the change of season settling in with crisper mornings (and in some of our towns, the iconic Waikato fog rolling in!) the CW team…
Discovering Joy Through The Process Of Creating
Creativity is far more than a skill or hobby. It is a community builder, a valuable source of personal grounding and provides a sense of…
The Impact of Auahatanga ki te Kāinga
A spotlight on some of the positive impacts of the Auahatanga ki te Kāinga programme like growing creativity, connection and confidence.
On Stage and Beyond: Creative Collaboration
Behind the scenes reflections on local arts, witnessing collaboration, creativity, and the celebration of new beginnings.
Kia ora 2026!
Creative Waikato is back and ready for another year where Waikato thrives with all things arts, culture and creativity!
Ka kite ano au i a koutou!
Creative Waikato, signing off for 2025. Here we are at the end of another epic year!
Regional Engagement Celebration
Celebrating a year of travelling around our region, connecting and witnessing how local art continues to shape our vibrant region!
The Internal Spark Creating an Outward Ripple
How a personal spark of creativity can lead to becoming a shared creative flame, burning through tough times and beyond.
Stitching and Weaving: A Metaphor for Social Cohesion
How the act of stitching connects with the fabric of society.
Handmade Connections Nurturing Wellbeing
The strength of creativity is in its ability to thrive regardless of place and to be a pathway for community connection and wellbeing.