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Poll: What do you think of Thames' latest artwork?

Kelley Tantau Reporter from Hauraki Herald

David McCracken’s ‘Baron’ was unveiled as the first sculpture on display for the Thames Public Art Trust’s new mission to bring civic art to the town. It has been loaned to the trust at no cost to rate-payers, but online critics have called the piece “distasteful”, questioning why an object resembling a bomb was allowed to be displayed in a public place. McCracken is a well-known artist and he said it was not his intention to cause controversy. What are your thoughts?
Read more: www.stuff.co.nz...

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What do you think of Thames' latest artwork?
  • 35.6% I love it!
    35.6% Complete
  • 64.4% It's not for me
    64.4% Complete
  • 0% Other - comment below!
    0% Complete
45 votes
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Poll: Are Kiwis allergic to “exuberance”? 🥝

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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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Are Kiwis allergic to “exuberance”? 🥝
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The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

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