Matariki Art Classes this school holidays at Auckland Museum
We're thrilled to be on board as Neighbourly partners, so we can share with you fellow Aucklanders more of what's happening at your museum.
This morning we had the first of our Matariki Art Classes - School Holiday Programme sessions. This is a hands on class led by Fine Young Artists for kids aged 6 to 15 years, where they'll learn about Matariki and make their own Matariki diorama. Sessions are twice a day every weekday during the holidays, 10.30am and 1.30pm. $10 per child (no cost for an accompanying adult).
Of course, we invite you to make a day of it and explore our galleries and Weird and Wonderful Discovery Centre while you're here.
It’s not too late to book! Various dates and times still available. Find out more and book here: www.aucklandmuseum.com...
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Poll: Are Kiwis allergic to “exuberance”? 🥝
In The Post’s opinion piece on the developments set to open across Aotearoa in 2026, John Coop suggests that, as a nation, we’re “allergic to exuberance.”
We want to know: Are we really allergic to showing our excitement?
Is it time to lean into a more optimistic view of the place we call home? As big projects take shape and new opportunities emerge, perhaps it’s worth asking whether a little more confidence (and enthusiasm!) could do us some good.
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41.7% Yes
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33.5% Maybe?
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24.8% No
Some Choice News!
Many New Zealand gardens aren’t seeing as many monarch butterflies fluttering around their swan plants and flower beds these days — the hungry Asian paper wasp has been taking its toll.
Thanks to people like Alan Baldick, who’s made it his mission to protect the monarch, his neighbours still get to enjoy these beautiful butterflies in their own backyards.
Thinking about planting something to invite more butterflies, bees, and birds into your garden?
Thanks for your mahi, Alan! We hope this brings a smile!
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