Episode Playlist
Ōtaki Pottery Club - Get the Details on their Events!( 0:24:17)
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A chat with Brent Craig from the Ōtaki Pottery Club, talking about the club's very full schedule of events and activities. This programme looks at the Art scene with a range of guests.
This episode was first broadcast on Coast Access Radio, a Community Access Media Alliance station amplifying the voices of Kāpiti and Horowhenua. Supported by NZ On Air. Visit coastaccessradio.org.nz
Published: 13/07/2026 4:00:00 p.m.
Spinning Stories - John Bowden's Record Stall( 0:28:10)
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A chat with John Bowden who preserves and gives new life to LPs and CDs through his stall at the Satuday Waikanae Market. We talk about what's involved. This programme looks at the Art scene with a range of guests.
This episode was first broadcast on Coast Access Radio, a Community Access Media Alliance station amplifying the voices of Kāpiti and Horowhenua. Supported by NZ On Air. Visit coastaccessradio.org.nz
Published: 6/07/2026 4:00:00 p.m.
Inside Tim Roberts' Powerful Exhibition at Toi Mahara( 0:27:11)
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We talk with Vicki Robson, Toi Mahara Exhibition Curator, and Kevin Ramshaw, supporter of people with Parkinsons Disease, about Tim Roberts' art work and his current Toi Mahara exhibition.
In Tim's own words "Parkinsons is painful, disruptive and sad for families - and the person with parkinsons disease becomes more dependent as time goes by. I have been so fortunate in that my family, and particularly my partner Deborah, has worked tirelessly for years to support me and enable me to do the art and poetry that I do."
This episode was first broadcast on Coast Access Radio, a Community Access Media Alliance station amplifying the voices of Kāpiti and Horowhenua. Supported by NZ On Air. Visit coastaccessradio.org.nz
Published: 29/06/2026 4:00:00 p.m.
Kapiti Arts & Crafts Society( 0:25:40)
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A chat with Claire Rosenfeld about the society, its members and a new Thursday night initiative. This programme looks at the Art scene with a range of guests.
This episode was first broadcast on Coast Access Radio, a Community Access Media Alliance station amplifying the voices of Kāpiti and Horowhenua. Supported by NZ On Air. Visit coastaccessradio.org.nz
Published: 22/06/2026 4:00:00 p.m.
Gold Coast NZ Rock'n'Roll Club( 0:28:14)
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We talk with Theresa Cummack from the Gold Coast NZ Rock'n'roll Club, based in Kapiti, which has been rockin' and rollin' for about 40 years. This programme looks at the Art scene with a range of guests.
This episode was first broadcast on Coast Access Radio, a Community Access Media Alliance station amplifying the voices of Kāpiti and Horowhenua. Supported by NZ On Air. Visit coastaccessradio.org.nz
Published: 15/06/2026 4:00:00 p.m.
Jess Deacon and Jodie Gummer Mini Concert( 0:29:28)
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Musicians Jess and Jodie perform two original songs and a cover. We chat about the songs, songwriting and what's coming up for them both. This programme looks at the Art scene with a range of guests.
This episode was first broadcast on Coast Access Radio, a Community Access Media Alliance station amplifying the voices of Kāpiti and Horowhenua. Supported by NZ On Air. Visit coastaccessradio.org.nz
Published: 8/06/2026 4:00:00 p.m.
Kapiti College Talent Quest Winners!( 0:26:2)
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A chat with Paikea Sopacua and Lisa Sanchez Caicedo, winners of the Most Promising Talent at the recent Kapiti College Talent Quest. Plus they perform their winning song in the studio.
This episode was first broadcast on Coast Access Radio, a Community Access Media Alliance station amplifying the voices of Kāpiti and Horowhenua. Supported by NZ On Air. Visit coastaccessradio.org.nz
Published: 1/06/2026 4:00:00 p.m.
Sionna( 0:28:59)
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A talk with Helen Fahey and Lorcan Bolster, who are the Irish duo Sionna who are coming to St Peter's Hall, Paekakariki for a show on 7 June
This episode was first broadcast on Coast Access Radio, a Community Access Media Alliance station amplifying the voices of Kāpiti and Horowhenua. Supported by NZ On Air. Visit coastaccessradio.org.nz
Published: 25/05/2026 4:00:00 p.m.
Vintage Media - Gavin Cowern( 0:23:3)
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Gavin shares his passion for preserving the history of audio visual technology through the MavTech Museum in Foxton, and the Blast From The Past Cinema in Oroua Downs. This programme looks at the Art scene with a range of guests.
This episode was first broadcast on Coast Access Radio, a Community Access Media Alliance station amplifying the voices of Kāpiti and Horowhenua. Supported by NZ On Air. Visit coastaccessradio.org.nz
Published: 11/05/2026 4:00:00 p.m.
Levin Folks Music Club( 0:26:32)
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Step into the world of folk music as Carrie Reed and Steph Weaver talk about the Levin Folk Music Club, its welcoming community, and the role it plays in keeping live music thriving locally. This programme looks at the Art scene with a range of guests.
This episode was first broadcast on Coast Access Radio, a Community Access Media Alliance station amplifying the voices of Kāpiti and Horowhenua. Supported by NZ On Air. Visit coastaccessradio.org.nz
Published: 4/05/2026 4:00:00 p.m.
New Album from Tali - Empress Era( 0:28:16)
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A conversation with Aotearoa drum n bass artist Tali about her fabulous new album, Empress Era and the way listeners relate to it. And we talk about this album not necessarily being drum n bass. This programme looks at the Art scene with a range of guests.
Published: 27/04/2026 4:00:00 p.m.
Ōtaki Players with Roger Thorpe and Brent Bythell( 0:26:52)
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Paul Nees speaks with Roger Thorpe and Brent Bythell from the Ōtaki Players theatre group. They discuss the history of the group, their productions, and the role community theatre plays in bringing the arts to the Ōtaki community. This programme looks at the Art scene with a range of guests.
This episode was first broadcast on Coast Access Radio, a Community Access Media Alliance station amplifying the voices of Kāpiti and Horowhenua. Supported by NZ On Air. Visit coastaccessradio.org.nz
Published: 20/04/2026 4:00:00 p.m.
Gavin Cowern and the Magic of Vintage Media( 0:23:3)
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Gavin shares his passion for preserving the history of audio visual technology through the MavTech Museum in Foxton, and how that passion led to creating Blast From The Past Cinema in Oroua Downs. From classic projectors to retro film experiences, this conversation explores why keeping media history alive still matters today. This programme looks at the Art scene with a range of guests.
This episode was first broadcast on Coast Access Radio, a Community Access Media Alliance station amplifying the voices of Kāpiti and Horowhenua. Supported by NZ On Air. Visit coastaccessradio.org.nz
Published: 18/04/2026 4:00:00 p.m.
A Chat with Alayna( 0:28:10)
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A conversation with Alayna about her music and her albums, including her new release Set Her Free. This programme looks at the Art scene with a range of guests.
This episode was first broadcast on Coast Access Radio, a Community Access Media Alliance station amplifying the voices of Kāpiti and Horowhenua. Supported by NZ On Air. Visit coastaccessradio.org.nz
Published: 13/04/2026 4:00:00 p.m.
Deva Mahal EP Release ( 0:27:35)
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Deva talks us through each of the six songs on her brand new EP Future Classic Vol 2: Future and tells us about her live show in Wellington soon. This programme looks at the Art scene with a range of guests.
This episode was first broadcast on Coast Access Radio, a Community Access Media Alliance station amplifying the voices of Kāpiti and Horowhenua. Supported by NZ On Air. Visit coastaccessradio.org.nz
Published: 6/04/2026 4:00:00 p.m.
Grant Stevenson - Arts Patron ( 0:27:38)
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A conversation with Grant Stevenson from Seagrass Gallery in Otaki about his involvement in the arts in Wellington and Kapiti, including an initiative to support local musicians. This programme looks at the Art scene with a range of guests.
This episode was first broadcast on Coast Access Radio, a Community Access Media Alliance station amplifying the voices of Kāpiti and Horowhenua. Supported by NZ On Air. Visit coastaccessradio.org.nz
Published: 30/03/2026 4:00:00 p.m.
The Music Room Studio( 0:28:5)
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Musicians Jess Deacon and Jodie Gummer have set up The Music Room to tutor and mentor other musicians. This programme looks at the Art scene with a range of guests.
This episode was first broadcast on Coast Access Radio, a Community Access Media Alliance station amplifying the voices of Kāpiti and Horowhenua. Supported by NZ On Air. Visit coastaccessradio.org.nz
Published: 23/03/2026 4:00:00 p.m.
Hamish Macaulay Returns( 0:26:51)
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We chat about Hamish's start as a graphic designer, working in the UK, becoming an artist and using Covid MIQ isolation as an artistic opportunity. This programme looks at the Art scene with a range of guests.
This episode was first broadcast on Coast Access Radio, a Community Access Media Alliance station amplifying the voices of Kāpiti and Horowhenua. Supported by NZ On Air. Visit coastaccessradio.org.nz
Published: 16/03/2026 4:00:00 p.m.
Kapiti Playhouse: The History and The Productions( 0:28:10)
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We chat with Liz Alpine from Kapiti Playhouse, delving into the theatre's history, the stories, and the details around the productions.
This episode was first broadcast on Coast Access Radio, a Community Access Media Alliance station amplifying the voices of Kāpiti and Horowhenua. Supported by NZ On Air. Visit coastaccessradio.org.nz
Published: 9/03/2026 4:00:00 p.m.
Hamish Macaulay( 0:27:46)
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A conversation with Waikanae full time artist, Hamish Macaulay, about his unique prints featured at a recent Pataka exhibition. His work is also available locally. This programme looks at the Art scene with a range of guests.
This episode was first broadcast on Coast Access Radio, a Community Access Media Alliance station amplifying the voices of Kāpiti and Horowhenua, proudly supported by NZ On Air. Learn more at www.coastaccessradio.org.nz
Published: 2/03/2026 4:00:00 p.m.
Lucien Johnson - Part 2( 0:27:53)
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Our chat with Lucien was so great, we needed a part 2! This round, we chat about Lucien's albums +5, Wax///Wane and Ancient Relics!
This episode was first broadcast on Coast Access Radio, a Community Access Media Alliance station amplifying the voices of Kāpiti and Horowhenua. Supported by NZ On Air. Visit coastaccessradio.org.nz
Published: 23/02/2026 4:00:00 p.m.
Theia Returns, Plus a Wellington Show!( 0:27:20)
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A second chat with Theia?! Yes! This time we catch up about her Te Kaahu persona, the reception of her Theia debut album and an upcoming Wellington show!
This episode was first broadcast on Coast Access Radio, a Community Access Media Alliance station amplifying the voices of Kāpiti and Horowhenua. Supported by NZ On Air. Visit coastaccessradio.org.nz
Published: 16/02/2026 4:00:00 p.m.
Focus on Arts - George and Soph( 0:27:13)
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A chat about busking, performance and songwriting with Kapiti duo George and Soph with a great original performance included
This programme looks at the Art scene with a range of guests.
Published: 2/02/2026 4:30:00 p.m.
Focus on Arts - Kapiti Music Centre( 0:27:25)
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A chat with Amanda and Kay about the fantastic work the centre does teaching the next generation of musicians
This programme looks at the Art scene with a range of guests.
Published: 26/01/2026 4:30:00 p.m.
Focus on Arts - Ian Clark( 0:27:51)
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A chat with Ian Clark about the history of the iconic Paekakariki venue
This programme looks at the Art scene with a range of guests.
Published: 15/12/2025 4:00:00 p.m.
Focus on Arts - Derek Cavanagh( 0:27:35)
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Derek Cavanagh takes us through the history of Coasters Musical Theatre
This programme looks at the Art scene with a range of guests.
Published: 24/11/2025 4:00:00 p.m.
Focus on Arts - Tim Li( 0:26:57)
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A wrap up of this year's Kapiti Art Trail. Paraparaumu artist Tim Li talks about his work.
This programme looks at the Art scene with a range of guests.
Published: 17/11/2025 4:00:00 p.m.
Focus on Arts - Theia Album Release! ( 0:30:52)
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Theia talks about her artful and meticulous debut album Girl, In A Savage World, just released!
This programme looks at the Art scene with a range of guests.
Published: 10/11/2025 4:00:00 p.m.
Focus on Arts - Kapiti Art Trail 2 - JimBots( 0:27:39)
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A chat with Jim Dryburgh from Paraparaumu Beach who makes wonderful, quirky robots from recycled material.
This programme looks at the Art scene with a range of guests.
Published: 5/10/2025 11:00:00 a.m.
Focus on Arts - One Door Closes, Another Opens( 0:15:55)
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Photographic Exhibition - Matenga Kainga Tahi, Oranga Kainga Rua - One Door Closes, Another Opens - Supporting former refugees as they build a new home in Aotearoa. A Photographic Exhibition by Mariana Waculicz - on display now at Te Takeretanga O Kura-Hau-Po - 10 Bath Street, Taikoko Levin until the 30th of September 2025
Published: 2/09/2025 1:00:00 p.m.
Focus on Arts - Nick Granville( 0:30:0)
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This programme looks at the Art scene with a range of guests. This time, a chat with guitarist, educator and composer, Nick Granville plus some acoustic guitar music
Published: 31/08/2025 11:00:00 a.m.
Focus on Arts - with Deva Mahal( 0:30:39)
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Paul chats with Deva about her music, her career, her recent single and upcoming new releases
This programme looks at the Art scene with a range of guests.
Published: 20/07/2025 11:00:00 a.m.
Focus on Arts - with songwriter and performer, Charlotte Yates( 0:31:45)
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Paul talks to highly regarded songwriter and performer, Charlotte Yates, exploring songwriting, where songs come from with a Focus on the song The Light Is Unreliable which Charlotte also performs in the studio This programme looks at the Art scene with a range of guests.
Published: 6/07/2025 10:00:00 a.m.
Focus on Arts - with Barry Saunders from the Waratahs( 0:30:52)
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Paul talks with Barry Saunders about his art. This programme focuses on Barry's early career. Barry plays some songs including one from the next Warratahs albumThis programme looks at the Art scene with a range of guests.
Published: 1/06/2025 11:00:00 a.m.
Focus on Arts - with Liam Tomlinson( 0:21:54)
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Paul talks with Liam, a Year 11 Kapiti College student, about guitar playing and his experience in entering and winning the solo section of the college Talent Quest earlier this year. Liam also plays the winning piece.
Published: 24/05/2025 11:00:00 a.m.
Focus on Arts - with Cerid Jones( 0:30:54)
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We talk with Cerid Jones, a Kapiti creative now involved in publishing about a speculative fiction anthology she helped put together and which recently won the Sir Julius Vogel Awards for Best Collective Work
Published: 16/05/2025 4:22:43 p.m.
Focus on Arts - With Actor and Comedian Cohen Holloway - Part 2( 0:29:40)
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Part 2 of an interview with Cohen Holloway about developing his ability at impressions as a college student, his journey to study at Toi Whakaari and some of his film and TV roles, including some of the films he made with Taika Waititi and TV series The Educators.
Published: 11/05/2025 11:00:00 a.m.
Focus on Arts - With "The People We Love" writer/director Mike Smith and co-producer Sharon Tyrell ( 0:37:15)
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Catherine sits down with writer Director Mike Smith and co-producer Sharon Tyrell to talk about their new feature film, "The People We Love" . This Kiwi film is a dramady about an aspiring writer who returns to her family's coastal home after a series of setbacks, finding herself caught in the middle of family tensions and realizing the story she's seeking may be closer than she thought. Starring Neill Rea and Alison Bruce, the film is beautifully set in Wellington and the Kāpiti Coast.
Published: 30/04/2025 2:00:00 p.m.
Focus on Arts - with Actor Cohen Holloway Part 1( 0:30:0)
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Part 1 of a 2 part interview with Cohen Holloway about developing his ability at impressions as a college student, his journey to study at Toi Whakaari and some of his film and TV roles, including some of the films he made with Taika Waititi and TV series The Educators.
Published: 24/04/2025 2:00:00 p.m.
Focus on Arts - We speak to Jane from The Kilns in Te Horo about guest potter Thomas Baker( 0:22:53)
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Jane talks about potters at the Kilns, the grounds themselves and Play with Clay. Thomas Baker also has an exhibition at Toi Mahara from 5th April to 20th July 2025.
The Kilns on Old School Road in Te Horo are open Thurs - Sunday from 10 - 4pm. Find them off the old state highway. Find out more on Thomas Baker at the Kilns here https://www.thekilnsattehoro.co.nz/pages/thomas-baker
This programme looks at the Art scene with a range of guests.
Published: 20/04/2025 11:00:00 a.m.
Focus on Arts - with Andrew London Part 2( 0:30:36)
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This programme looks at the Art scene with a range of guests.
Andrew London returns with James Cameron to complete his two part programme telling the story of The Cattlestops. Shared memories are accompanied by tracks from the band.
Published: 13/04/2025 11:00:00 a.m.
Focus on Arts - Kevin Ramshaw from Kapiti Brass( 0:29:37)
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Kevin Ramshaw from Kapiti Brass returns to reflect on his musical journey and plays us some significant pieces in his life
This programme looks at the Art scene with a range of guests.
Published: 2/03/2025 11:00:00 a.m.
Focus on Arts - with Unity Wara( 0:30:46)
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We chat with Kapiti singer Unity Wara about her life and music.
This programme looks at the Art scene with a range of guests.
Published: 2/02/2025 11:00:00 a.m.
Focus on Arts - with Photographer Roger Smith( 0:30:48)
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In this episode Peter delves into what photographers do on weekends and what they are looking out for.
This programme looks at the Art scene with a range of guests.
Published: 15/12/2024 11:00:00 a.m.
Focus on Arts - Me N Her( 0:26:38)
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In this episode, Nikki chats to Jo Sharp and Kim James - a comedy & musical duo who perform at retirement villages and care homes from Palmerston North to Wellington - bringing their own style of cheer to the older members of our community
This programme looks at the Art scene with a range of guests.
Published: 1/12/2024 11:00:00 a.m.
Focus on Arts-with Maoriland, Toi Matarau and a new intern program( 0:26:0)
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Clara and Maija talk about the exhibition at Toi Matarau Ki Kapiti and provide an update on what is happening at Maoriland.
Toi Matarua is a contemporary and traditional Māori art showcase of Ngāti Raukawa, Te Āti Awa, Ngāti Toa Rangatira descendants and guest artists.
Published: 17/11/2024 11:00:00 a.m.
Focus on Arts- with Rebecca Bond( 0:30:10)
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In this episode, Nikki talks to 2024 World of Wearable Arts Kapiti artist, Rebecca Bond, about her award-winning piece Changing Perceptions, which was inspired by global symbols, celebrating unity and shared humanity, intertwining diversity and culture.
Published: 10/11/2024 11:00:00 a.m.
Focus on Arts- with Alan Wehipeihana( 0:31:0)
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Paul talks to artist Alan Wehipeihana about his work and involvement in the Kapiti Coast Art Trail.
This programme looks at the Art scene with a range of guests.
Published: 27/10/2024 11:00:00 a.m.
Focus on Arts- Comedian Annie Harper appearing in upcoming Saturday Laughs( 0:23:35)
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Focus on Arts Annie Harper, local comedian. Appearing in upcoming Saturday Laughs (19 October).
A relative newcomer to comedy, Annie Harper was just a 2024 Wellington Raw Comedy Quest finalist, and is a graduate of the NZ Comedy School. In her 70s, while she’s only starting her comedy journey, she’s had an interesting life (she used to work in Thailand working in sexual health). She currently lives in the Kāpiti Coast.
This programme looks at the Art scene with a range of guests.
Published: 6/10/2024 11:00:00 a.m.
Focus on Arts- with Mariana Waculicz - exhibition From Struggle to Strength( 0:27:18)
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From our Levin Mall Studio, Oliver chats to Mariana Waculicz, about her latest photography exhibition, From Struggle to Strength, on display at Te Takere in Levin during September. They also talk about Mariana's experiences as a professional photographer in her home country Brazil, why she moved to New Zealand, her support for refugees with the Red Cross, and the effects of AI on the visual arts.
Published: 21/09/2024 1:30:00 p.m.
Kohai Grace and Wairere Pene speak about their current exhibition at Toi Matarau( 0:33:15)
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Kohai Grace (curator and weaver) and Wairere Pene (artist) talk about their current exhibition Toiora Ki Te Pō Ki Te Ao currently showing at Toi Matarau - located at Maoriland in Otaki
Toi Matarau is a summit for multidisciplinary arts where Māori and Indigenous artists gather, collaborate, are inspired and supported. Thought has been given to enrich the experience of visitors sharing in the mauri of taonga tuku iho.
Toi Matarau Gallery is located in the Māoriland Hub in the heart of Ōtaki village. It is the front face of Māoriland – presenter of the Māoriland Film Festival and home to Māoriland Films.
https://toi.maorilandfilm.co.nz
Published: 28/07/2024 11:00:00 a.m.