Under the glow of the Spiegeltent in Aotea Square, Delbert Anderson and his quartet took us on a musical haerenga (journey), weaving together jazz and indigenous storytelling in a way that felt both ancient and new.

For Maya, the experience of performing in the Indigenous Music on the Move series was nothing short of a dream come true.
“I’m proud to participate with all of the world's finest artists and creators.”

Native jazz trumpeter Delbert Anderson brings his high-energy fusion of jazz, funk, and Diné rhythms to Tāmaki!

Catch him live Sunday, 23 March at SPIEGELTENT, Aotea Square.

Te Ahurei Toi o Tāmaki Auckland Arts Festival is debuting its first-ever Indigenous music series, bringing the spirit of Hawai’i to Aotearoa.

Lula Washington Dance Theatre delivered a breathtaking performance in Auckland, weaving powerful storytelling, electrifying movement, and deep cultural reflection.

In this two-part special episode of What’s In Your Kete?, we sit down with indigenous storyteller Paula Conroy and internationally celebrated adornment artist Neke Moa.

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WIN a Double Pass to experience the power of indigenous storytelling through music as part of Te Ahurei Toi o Tāmaki Auckland Arts Festival! 🌺🎶

New Podcast Episode 6 – Alex Hawley:

Alex Hawley, is a Navajo textile artist and proud aunty whose academic journey brought her to Aotearoa on a Fulbright Fellowship. Hit play to hear about the cross-cultural exchanges, creative inspirations, and the treasures Alex now carries in her kete! 🎧💡

If you want to experience Neke Moa’s artistry in real life (and trust me, you do), head to Mana Tipua Tuku Iho at Seasons Gallery (Feb 2–9) and also keep an eye out for Neke’s work at Pātaka Art + Museum (Closes 9 March, 2025).

Alana’s story is one of spiritual intuition, and connection. After visiting Niue 20 years ago, she felt her tupuna calling her home. and made the life changing decision to move to Niue.