Attention: Sarjeant’s Major boost
A multi-million dollar investment from the Government is the perfect birthday present for a Whanganui gallery’s milestone celebrations. On Friday it was announced that Sarjeant Gallery would receive a $12 million dollar investment from the Government’s Provincial Growth Fund (PGF) for an exciting redevelopment project. This coincided with the Gallery’s 100th birthday celebration, and means there will be plenty of opportunities ahead to inspire the next generation of budding artists. Driving creative industries in the provinces Local artist Glen Hayward says: “There is an extraordinary art community that is connected to Whanganui.” “This will create a space and platform that continues the professional development of the resident artists and encourage quality projects
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RNZ: Sports commentator Sam Ackerman on Nine to Noon
The new national rugby competition for weight-restricted under 85kg players and a look at combat sport with what is happening in UFC and heavyweight boxing. https://www.rnz.co.nz/national/programmes/ninetonoon/audio/2018735189/sports-commentator-sam-ackerman
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Ink, iron and everything in between: Graham Tipene’s wide influence
Artist Graham Tipene’s involvement in the bringing the Māori world, Te Ao Māori, to Tāmaki Makaurau has made him one of the most sought-after contributors to crown and council led projects. When people refer to Graham Tipene as a tattoo artist, he usually lets it slide. He understands it’s a sweeping term that makes it easier for the layperson to comprehend. That is until they enter his studio. Then he sets them straight on tā moko. “Tā moko has geneology, history, whakapapa and connection to the land and people,” Tipene explains. “Tattooing is sometimes just a pretty picture and skin. We don’t give people a book for them to choose number 25 in red...” Tipene takes his art seriously – and it’s easy to understand why. His designs are both figuratively
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