A blend of cultures inspires New Zealand's vibrant Pacific identity. From ancient crafts to music and fine arts or the massed creative talent of the theatrical spectacle that is the World of WearableArt, New Zealanders continue to explore and develop their artistic nature. The relative youth and diverse origins of the nation inspires a Pacific style that's innovative, independent and celebrates diversity. The rising number of art and culture-based events reflects a nation that is gaining international recognition for its strength in the arts. Topics Please select a Topic Region All Regions Auckland Bay of Islands & Northland Bay of Plenty Central Otago Chatham Islands Christchurch – Canterbury Clutha Dunedin Eastland Fiordland Hamilton–Waikato Hawke's Bay Lake Taupo Manawatu Marlborough Nelson – Tasman Queenstown Rotorua Ruapehu Southland Stewart Island – Rakiura Taranaki The Coromandel Wairarapa Waitaki Wanaka Wellington West Coast Whanganui Filter By All Design & Creativity Event Fashion & Beauty Fine Art Literature Museum / Gallery Music Urban Lifestyle Loading... New Zealand creativity: An introduction Art & Culture | Film & Television New Zealand’s art and culture draw from many different ethnic influences Read more 5 'The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey' world première Art & Culture | Film & Television 'The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey' - images from the red carpet world première in Wellington, New Zealand. Read more 4 New Zealand singer: Elizabeth Marvelly Art & Culture Kiwi singer songwriter Elizabeth Marvelly’s career has taken her around the world, but it’s her New Zealand home that has inspired her latest musical journey. Read more New Zealand pop sensation - Lorde Art & Culture Many New Zealanders made their mark in 2013, but none made quite the same kind of impact as Lorde. Read more 1 Wellington is world's coolest little film capital Art & Culture | Film & Television Over the past decade New Zealand's capital city Wellington – sometimes referred to as 'Wellywood' – has risen to become a film production and screen technology hot spot. Read more 3 Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre, Marlborough Art & Culture The Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre holds an outstanding collection of aviation treasures. Read more 4 Loading...