Opportunities

Call for entries: 20th Estuary Art and Ecology Awards, Aotearoa's contemporary art award exploring ecology through the Tāmaki Estuary.

Calling painters ready to put their work on an international stage— Be a part of an exciting global painting prize established by E.SUN Bank in Taiwan, with a total prizepool of over $130,000 USD!

The Finding Persephone Poetry Contest is looking for poetry that explores what femininity means to you. All gender identities are welcome to submit. $5,000 in prizes to be won. Closes April 14.

This annual awards exhibition by Auckland Council's Hibiscus & Bays Local Board celebrates artistic and creative practices in New Zealand.

Artists stretching the boundaries of Fibre and Textiles. Arts Council Nelson are thrilled to announce the call for entries for Changing Threads 2026. Open to all artists currently living in NZ.

Do you have an idea for a great creative project that you would like to make happen in the Puketāpapa Local Board Area between May - December 2026? Apply for support today.

Applications are open for the 2026 Crucible Artist Residency. The foundry context integrates Victorian-era architecture, skilled craftsmen, and a community that knows how to celebrate its makers.

Work suitable for outdoor display on garden sculpture trail. Artist fee and 4 weeks accommodation at Wharepuke, Kerikeri

Ready to take a creative leap? Be part of the 2026 Auckland Live Cabaret Festival: Scratch Night – a one-night-only event where bold and fresh ideas come to life.

Symposium at the Point a new live public art event, presented by Public Art Omokoroa. It will be held at the Omokoroa Domain on the inner Tauranga harbour from 12-22 November 2026.