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Wellington, New Zealand
Joined June 2009
Daniel Falconer did some beautiful concept art of Treebeard and then followed this right through to the sculpting process. In this photo Daniel does plastercine transfer out of bark molds to create the texture of Treebeard's skin. #wetaworkshop #wētā #LOTR20
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Papa Kāinga | HLTV is making a return to programming. 📺👏🏽 There'll be a mix of new faces, plus some familiar favourites, such as Karen's House & Suzy Cato. We’ll publish details of each week’s lessons so teachers & kāiako can incorporate into planning: learningfromhome.govt.nz
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All of our fluffy friends in line to fight against @covid19nz together! Have you spotted any set ups like this? Share below 💛
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Who remembers the giant red vertical slide at @CapitalENZ ? The team from Capital E have been capturing special memories of those who played, learned and created at Capital E as tamariki over the last 24 years. Do you have any memories of Capital E? capitale.org.nz/2021/08/capi…
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Join @CapitalENZ at the Ahi Kā Festival to experience the artistic creations of tamariki curated by Wellington artist George Awatea. The installation showcases visual & audio art inspired by the story of Matariki. Learn more at capitale.org.nz #AhiKā #Matariki
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What’s important for creativity in Wellington? What makes Wellington a good place to create in and what could be better? Got some ideas? Have your say on the draft Aho Tini 2030 – Arts, Culture and Creativity Strategy at wgtn.cc/ahotini #OurWellington #TōTātouPōneke
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The Lost Letter Office theatre show is coming to @Te_Papa Soundings Theatre this Sun 21 March, 10am and 1pm. Using magic, music and clown performance, it explores how letters deliver powerful gifts of love. Suitable for ages 2 - 8. Book at capitale.org.nz/event/the-lo… @CapitalENZ
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Got young 'uns who need something to do over the April holidays? 🤔 Check out our game development workshops happening at @CapitalENZ, with something for everyone from little artists, to programmers, writers and designers. Learn more and register: nzgamesfest.com/level-up-wor…
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Welly Weekend is nearly here! Throughout this weekend, join us for live music in Odlins Plaza, amusement rides in Waitangi Park, a Circus stage in Circa Plaza, a firework show on Sunday night, food trucks along the waterfront and so much more!
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Today is @PinkShirtDayNZ & with a little help from some friends we have a message for you New Zealand 🇳🇿 (and the world) #pinkshirtdaynz @nzpolice @mentalhealthnz @thecoffeecop @CstJPonsioen @PCArsenault @Amanda_Gillies @NZPoliceAssn @susienewsy @MelChanGreen @nsnewzealand 👚💙
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Our third new planetarium show is the family friendly 'Tilt.' Come on a whirlwind adventure with Annie and Max and learn just how the seasons work and discover that sometimes, all we need is a new angle on the world. Find our planetarium schedule here: museumswellington.org.nz/spa…
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The reappearance of the Matariki stars in our night sky signals the beginning of the Māori New Year. Matariki is a time for us to reflect on the past and celebrate the future.
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Mōrena Wellingtonians! There’s something for everyone at our new Te Awe Library in the CBD (29 Brandon Street), opening at 9:30am today. Come down and visit us! 📚 bit.ly/2ZjWSou
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Looking for an out of this world school holiday programme? 3, 2, 1 Blast off is an educationally focused holiday programme where tamariki will create soda straw rockets, learning about the engineering and design process 🚀 Tickets available here: museumswellington.org.nz/3-2…
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LOOK! I Spy Letters Can you find an object that looks like a letter? Take photos and tag #CityGalleryWellingtonKids when you post them online. We'd love to see them! Take inspiration from Sister Corita. citygallery.org.nz/bEZLj #CGWKids
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Join us this morning, 11am for our fourth online hui with @AucklandLive on our FB event and YouTube. Today we will kōrero with our independent artist community. bit.ly/2YG90R5
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Education broadcasting launches at 9am tomorrow Weds 15 April! • Home Learning | Papa Kāinga TV caters for early learners and students in Years 1–10 • 'Māuri Reo, Mauri Ora' on @maoritv caters for children and teens in Māori-medium education More info: bit.ly/2XwXC9m
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Calling all Wellington LEGO® fans! Build a Wellington-inspired creation & you could win incredible LEGO® prizes in the first-ever Great WellingtonNZ Brick Challenge with special guest judge @WetaWorkshop Sir Richard Taylor. #LetsGetBuilding wellingtonnz.com/lego
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Listen up, parents and caregivers! If you're running out of ideas to keep the kids entertained - let us help! There's a whole lot of classic Kiwi kids shows here in this collection that will keep them busy🥳😬🤞 nzonscreen.com/collection/ki…
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Wow! Totally #Familygoals - I wonder what the chances of convincing my family to do this is... #nzlockdown youtu.be/G-ugfNXYcDg