Creative Communities Scheme

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The Creative Communities Scheme is a partnership between Whanganui District Council and Creative New Zealand to promote local arts projects. 

Te Hanga Hīnaki Project

Te Hanga Hīnaki Project 2020 by Rānana Māori Committee – A student learns to strip the outer layer of kiekie used to make hīnaki

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Diwali 2020

Diwali 2020 by Lotus Women’s Group – Ruanuk Punjab Dee dance group perform to a local audience

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Turn on the Lights Tour

Turn on the Lights Tour by Little Dog Barking Theatre – Whanganui learning centre enjoys free puppet theatre

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Sound Canvas

Sound Canvas by Brass Whanganui – a multimedia performance in the Royal Whanganui Opera House

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Iconic repurposed art

Iconic Repurposed Art by Whanganui Resource Recovery Centre – children upcycling plastic bottles for a sculpture garden

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Shakespeare in the Park

Shakespeare in the Park by Bason Botanic Gardens Trust – Merchant of Venice cast standing on set at the Bason Botanic Gardens

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Mural by Dan Mills

Mural by Dan Mills – on the corner of Rangiora and Karaka streets

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Unlocked – an exhibition by Whanganui Creative Space artists reflecting on their lockdown experience

Unlocked – an exhibition by Whanganui Creative Space artists reflecting on their lockdown experience

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Musicians at Welcome to Nowhere Festival 2021 by Eyegum Music Collective

Musicians at Welcome to Nowhere Festival 2021 by Eyegum Music Collective

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West African Drumming Workshop by Whanganui Community Drumming – Yaw Asumadu teaches locals on dunun drums

West African Drumming Workshop by Whanganui Community Drumming – Yaw Asumadu teaches locals on dunun drums

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Whanganui Zinefest 2022

Whanganui Zinefest 2022 - stall holders at Article Cafe

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Dance and Arts Therapy NZ

Dance 4 Us workshops by Dance & Arts Therapy NZ

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Flow album recording

Live recording and performance by The Flow Collective

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Application dates for Round 1 2022/23
Open: Monday, 1 August 2022
Close: 12 noon, Friday, 2 September 2022
For projects delivered between October 2022 to October 2023

Application Process

Crafting your project

When project planning, we recommend reading the Creative Communities application guide(PDF, 366KB). It contains helpful information on eligibility criteria and completing your application that are important to consider.

It is preferred you discuss your project plans with the Creative Community Advisor before submitting your application. They can clarify any questions you may have and advise on how to best frame your ideas in writing.

Information is also available in a range of languages below.

Submitting your application

You may choose one of two methods to submit your application form.

  • Post
    Complete the application form(PDF, 436KB) and post to:
    Attn: Creative Community Advisor
    Whanganui District Council, PO Box 637, Whanganui 4541
    Please ensure your supporting material is enclosed with your application.

Recent funding recipients

The following applicants received funding in the previous round.

Brydee Rood

$3500 for installation and performance project - May the Winds Not Carry Us Out to Sea

Dance & Arts Therapy NZ

$4000 for Dance 4 Us Whanganui programme

Hello Comedy

$2430 for comedy shows and workshops

Joe Dobson

$2800 for performance Undergrand: Live in Whanganui

Laura Buchanan

$2144 for Pottery Project

Little Green Man Productions

$2299 for performance of Matariki Glow Show 2022

Multicultural Council of Rangitikei/Whanganui

$3080 for Race Unity Week

Rachel Stephenson

$2495 for children's workshops to paint street planters

Rezpect Dance Academy

$1942 for workshops part of the Rezpect Dance Academy NZ Tour

Sue Cooke

$1899 for Self-drive Arts Trail Guide

Whanganui Camera Club

$2842 for a photographic exhibition of Domestic Houses Historical Record

Whanganui Repertory Theatre Inc

$1386 for Lady in the Van production

For more information, please email the Creative Community Advisor.

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