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Fyffe House marks a very important transition for Kaikoura – it was built when pakeha first came here to hunt the whales, and it is the oldest house in Kaikoura. It is the last tangible remains of the whaling establishment built in 1842 by a Scot, Robert Fyfe

The richness and diversity of Pacific arts is an important part of Aotearoa growing international profile as a creative nation.

Maori music will take centre stage in Wellington next week with PAO PAO PAO The World of Maori Music – Te Ara Puoro showcasing some of Maoridom’s international musical performers.

Today we can view Maori art as a potent ingredient in the politics of evolving our national identity.

It gives me great pleasure to be here tonight for the launch of "The Bush", Te Ara's third theme. This new addition to our national encyclopedia tells the story of New Zealand's unique flora and fauna - its history and its place in our culture.

Where do you see Maori Women’s leadership in 25 years time? This question suggests a comprehensive platform from which to explore a number of social, economic and cultural responses. Such an engagement speaks to the integrated and holistic ways in which Maori knowledge informs and underpins our tikanga and kawa.

The Awards have gained considerable respect within the literary community and are a significant mark of achievement for those who make it to the finals. They are serving as a springboard for the careers of a new generation of Mâori writers.

The number of children here today taking part in today's celebratory launch is encouraging. We cannot talk too much the vital importance of bringing books into their lives and giving them a lifetime treasure.

This week is Conservation Week, and this year’s theme is “Another world just down the road”. . Tçtahi anô Ao Hâkinakina, kei raro tata nei ô te huarahi

I believe these business awards are vital and are the means of encouraging and acknowledging Maori business productivity, growth, innovation and job creation.

Hon Mahara Okeroa, Associate Minister for Arts, Culture and Heritage, today announced two reappointments to the National War Memorial Advisory Council.

Good afternoon, and thank you for the welcome, Wendy.

I am very pleased to be here with Wendy to launch the Ministry of Social Development’s Nelson, Marlborough, West Coast Regional Plan for the coming year.

The story of the Museum's growth in many ways reflects Otago's history itself: It has absorbed and safeguarded the heritage and traditions of a bicultural nation; it has grown to accommodate, and been enriched by, the diversity of many immigrant peoples.

The Suter is a highly respected centre for the arts within the Nelson community and throughout New Zealand. Beginning as New Zealand’s very first building to be constructed solely for the display of art, The Suter has been an intrinsic part of the cultural fabric of the Nelson region ever since.

Associate Minister for Arts, Culture and Heritage Hon Mahara Okeroa is delighted with the news that the museum in Chicago has agreed to return 14 tattooed Maori heads (Moko Mokai) dating back more than 150 years, to Te Papa in Wellington.

This is New Zealand the Te Ara way – comprehensive information about South Canterbury, engagingly presented

We are here to launch a fantastic initiative for Wellington – a three-day event in April this year that will bring together the best of contemporary Mâori art, culture and business.

The New Zealand film industry is a success story. With support from a wide range of government funding and initiatives it has developed into a viable and internationally competitive industry.

New Zealand has taken centre stage in Japan with the exhibition of the largest collection of Maori taonga (treasures) to leave New Zealand in over 20 years.

Minasama, konban wa (good evening everyone)

we acknowledge Splendours of Japan which came to Te Papa last year as a marvellous showcase of Japan’s rich heritage. In return Mauri Ora will tell visitors to the Tokyo National Museum about the Maori.