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Keep up to date with events and workshops in your community.

Create Symposium 2026
Save the date: Thursday 6 August
Toitoi – Hawke’s Bay Arts & Events Centre
More details coming soon!

Cultural Competency Development Programme
Build your cultural confidence and engage more meaningfully with te ao Māori. This four-part in-person workshop series runs every Monday in May 2026, with a free online series running alongside.

Matariki Lantern Design Competition with David Trubridge
Celebrate Matariki through creativity and community. Schools, families, community groups and individuals across the Hastings area are invited to design a lantern inspired by the stories and values of Matariki, using recycled or regenerative materials.

Finance for Creatives
Register your interest for 2026… Build your financial confidence and turn your creativity into a thriving business. This two-part workshop series, covers the essentials of running a creative business, pricing your work, planning for tax, and preparing for growth.

Upcoming Events: Join the Waitlist
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Creative Sessions in the Works
We’re busy planning our next round of workshops and events behind the scenes. If you’d like to be the first to hear what’s coming up and make sure you don’t miss out, join our waitlist today.