As we mature and develop as a society, our arts and culture will become a more essential and integral part of us. They not only uplift spirits and give expression to our shared heritage, they also help enhance our sense of belonging, and bind us together.

Lockdowns, venue closures, cancelled and postponed events – the era of Coronavirus has created an 18-month crevasse in our databases. Libby Papakyriacou has been assessing the role of historic data in the sector’s recovery.

Issues of access have beleaguered artists and audiences alike. Jamie Wyld explores how access streams can be used in innovative ways to enhance both artist and audience experience.

Por cuarto año consecutivo Chile arriba al festival austríaco Ars Electronica en el marco de la colaboración que existe entre el certamen, el Ministerio de las Culturas, las Artes y el Patrimonio y Dirac, con un importante número de artistas e instituciones que trabajan desde el cruce de las artes, las ciencias, la educación y la tecnología.

More people will be able to find social connection, and practice and participate in the arts through further funding for 36 creative spaces across the motu, Arts, Culture and Heritage Minister Carmel Sepuloni announced today.

This month, the headlines have focussed on reactivating cultural participation and engagement, with new research, guidelines and measures to support the safe reopening and sustainable recovery of the cultural and creative sectors at regional and national levels.