Featured Events in Auckland in August, 2024 (May Updated)

Explore your connection to the natural environment through art making in Ngā Pakiaka: Like the Roots of a Tree. Be inspired by the whenua (land) and all its living creatures in fun, family-friendly activities that encourage you to feel with your fingers, play with your imagination, connect with each other and be a proud, creative kaitiaki (guardian) of our planet. Explore your connection to the land and all its living creatures through art making in Ngā Pakiaka: Like the Roots of a Tree. Be inspired by the land

The Robertson Gift: Paths through Modernity celebrates the monumental gift of significant artworks from the collection of New York philanthropists Julian (1932–2022) and Josie Robertson (1943–2010) to the Gallery. The donation comprises 15 works by influential modern European artists, including Pierre Bonnard, Georges Braque, Paul Cezanne, Salvador Dalí, André Derain, Henri Fantin-Latour, Paul Gauguin, Fernand Léger, Henri Matisse, Piet Mondrian and Pablo Picasso. Beginning with the suggestive nude bodies of the late 19th century and ending with a monumental colour-field painting from the 1960s, The Robertson Gift: Paths through Modernity takes visitors on a journey through the major art movements of the modern era, including Impressionism, Post-Impressionism, Fauvism, Cubism, Surrealism, and post-war abstraction. Featuring 49 paintings, prints, drawings and sculpture, the exhibition also includes visitor favourites from the permanent collection as well as loans and other important recent acquisitions, offering a broad survey of the best of late-19th- and early-to-mid 20th-century international art.

Jenny Holzer’s text works, called Truisms, were first executed as pithy and sometimes provocative slogans on the streets of New York in the late 1970s and early 1980s as stickers, t-shirts and posters, with the intention of taking art out of the museum and into public life. Holzer quickly converted these statements to the media of advertising and public communication with a series of pivotal LED signs, most famously in New York’s Times Square. Holzer’s use of electronic technology is, she says, motivated by ‘needing to be where people look’. Hanging suspended from the ceiling of the Gallery’s South Atrium, in STATEMENT – Truisms +, 2015 iconic statements like ‘ABUSE OF POWER COMES AS NO SURPRISE’ and ‘ENSURE THAT YOUR LIFE STAYS IN FLUX’ cascade and flash in speech-like pulsating rhythms and rainbow spectrums of colour, seemingly with a life of their own.

Taimoana | Coastlines explores the art of Aotearoa New Zealand, locating it within Te Moana-nui-a-Kiwa, the wider Pacific region. Taking the concept of the coast, or shoreline, as a starting point, the exhibition navigates a sea of ideas, offering multiple perspectives on New Zealand art through a selection of works from the collection of Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki. The coast is central to the way of life of many in Aotearoa New Zealand and it has been throughout our entire history. Integral to te ao Māori, the Māori world, the interconnectedness of land and sea is reflected in cultural narratives and practices. The coast is at times a source of sustenance and employment, at others a route for travel, a space of recreation, conflict, well-being or inspiration, but also, as the climate continues to change, at the frontline of danger. The coast is a threshold, an in-between zone, a perpetually shifting meeting point of land and sea that prompts us to examine our relationships with both. In this exhibition, artists from the 18th century to today ride the oceans’ currents, traversing themes from the enormity of the Pacific to the vessels that have crossed its expanse and plied Aotearoa’s coasts, and exploring their personal responses to the shore as well as the legacies of colonial encounters and conflict.

Join industry professionals in-person or online for a two-day immersive experience at DigiMarCon New Zealand 2024. Discover the latest digital marketing best practices, stay ahead of the curve with the latest trends, and explore practical solutions to enhance your strategies. Network with like-minded individuals and gain valuable insights into the next generation of technology and innovation, including Internet, Mobile, AdTech, MarTech, and SaaS Technology. This prestigious event will take place at the Hilton Auckland, located at 147 Quay Street, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010, New Zealand. From August 15th to August 16th, 2024, attendees will have the opportunity to engage with top-notch speakers, exchange knowledge, and expand their professional network. Don't miss out on this incredible event that promises to shape the future of digital marketing. Join us at DigiMarCon New Zealand 2024 to unlock the potential of your marketing strategies and embrace the power of technology and innovation.

TECHSPO Auckland 2024, a premier two-day technology expo, will make its highly-anticipated return at the prestigious Hilton Auckland Hotel in the heart of Auckland, New Zealand. This exclusive event brings together a dynamic community of industry-leading developers, influential brands, savvy marketers, cutting-edge technology providers, innovative designers, forward-thinking innovators, and fervent evangelists. With its unrivaled lineup of thought-provoking exhibits, insightful presentations, and engaging networking opportunities, TECHSPO Auckland 2024 is set to redefine the boundaries of our technologically advanced world. Immerse yourself in the latest advancements, explore groundbreaking solutions, and gain invaluable knowledge from industry luminaries as they set the pace for the future. Mark your calendars for August 15th to August 16th, 2024, and join the ranks of those paving the way towards a new era in technology. TECHSPO Auckland 2024 is your gateway to unlocking the limitless possibilities of the digital realm. Don't miss out on this extraordinary gathering of visionaries.

It's volume 6 @ Poppys with a slick lineup that's going to be a hot ticket before we close out the month of August. Check out their bios and don't miss out. Ed Amon / @edamoned Your MC for the night who has performed in the New Zealand International Comedy Festival shows in 2019, 2021, and 2023. Co-owner and creator of the only comedy club in Auckland. ‘Poppys' - 2024. (RNZ panellist for 'The Panel' and a columnist at his local paper, Local Matters) Renee Church / @ren_church As a stand-up comedian and occasional television writer, Renee Church will still find time to complain about the simple things in life. She has performed in the New Zealand and Melbourne International Comedy Festivals, Auckland, Wellington and Dunedin Fringe Festivals and has worked on 7 Days, Paddy Gower Has Issues and Have You Been Paying Attention? She's also got 5 million views on Tiktok, but who's counting? Quick to a punchline and coming in at a massive 5 foot tall, Renee wants to share her life experiences or really any insignificant thought she has with an audience. She is making her mark on the comedy scene on period joke at a time. Annie Guo / @annieguocomedy In no time at all, Annie has been causing quite a stir in the comedy world. From rocking the stage at the @ncomedyfestival in 2024 alongside the hilarious cast of Immhahagrants to shining in the National Raw Comedy Competition, Annie is quickly becoming the one to watch. Theo Shakes / @theo_shakes Fresh as to the NZ standup comedy scene, with industry watchers saying, 'He's one to watch', he's a 22 year old filmmaker, actor, and TikToker based in New Zealand. He recently graduated Toi Whakaari: NZ Drama School, as an actor and artist. You may have seen him on the social media giant TikTok with 1.4 million followers. Karoki Njeru / @karokinjeru Karoki is a person returning to standup and another person that the intrudy reached out to Popppys to say, 'You should definielty put this guy on at Poppys.' He's from Kenyan, and tots himself as a 'kiwi level two adult and comedian Chef. Itay Dom / @itaybendom He's written for popular comedy shows such as 7 Days and Have You Been Paying Attention? A regular at The Classic Comedy Club and host of NZICF's 2024 show 'Crowd Pleaser,' he's in a master class of his own when it comes to crowd work. Craig Westenberg / @craigwestenberg Craig Westenberg has extensively toured the North Island and has performed at the New Zealand and Melbourne International Comedy Festivals. Described as being clever, confident, and witty. Craig has been making his mark in the Auckland comedy scene and beyond. He is a frequent performer at The Classic Comedy Club in Auckland and has contributed to 7 Days and Paddy Gower Has Issues. Nominated Best Comedy Performance - 2023 New Zealand Comedy Guild Awards Winner Best New Comedian - 2022 New Zealand Comedy Guild Awards South Island Raw Finalist - 2019 New Zealand Raw Competition. Information Source: eventbrite

Please join us for the official first day of the Waterview Primary School Bike Train Launch. You're invited to be part of Waterview history, and attend the first day of the very first Waterview Bike Train! Bring the kids, bring the bikes, scooters and other small wheeled devices, and we will safely guide you to Waterview Primary School. There will be some prize packs given out children registered / attending the Launch Day - so make sure to RSVP! Details on the Waterview Primary Bike Train: The Bike Train will run Thursdays and Fridays.It will leave from 11 Cadman Ave, at 8 am in the morning on Thursday and Friday, guided by a skilled Bike Train leader.After school, the Bike Train will leave at 3.10 pm, and deliver the children home.The Bike Train is a pilot at this stage, and will ramp up if there is demand!If you don't have a bike, scooter or helmet, please let us know, and we will endeavor to track them down for you!Please see the map of the route here: https://felt.com/map/Bike-Train-Route-JIB4Oo9B4Qm9BbfC0fN6dmiD?loc=-36.879265,174.696192,15.77z We look forward to seeing you soon! Information Source: eventbrite

A lunchtime talk on typography and education presented during TDC69 Aotearoa: The World's Best Typography Join Abbey Barlow and George Hajian as they talk through their typographic projects, share their journey through the undergrad programme at AUT and discuss the potential of type and typography in developing high-quality student projects. This lunchtime talk is presented during TDC69 Aotearoa: The World's Best Typography. — Abbey Barlow recently completed her Postgraduate degree in Communication Design, with a minor in experimental surface design, at Auckland University of Technology. In 2023, she won a prestigious Young Ones TDC award for her typographic work ‘AB3D’. Abbey explores colour, texture, and 3D objects in her work, consistently returning to the tactile experience of designing physical items. Her passion lies at the intersection of various design disciplines, including industrial and spatial design. She enjoys experimenting with both new and traditional fabrication techniques, blending them with her graphic design background. Other achievements include a Bronze Best Award for her publication ‘D.O.S.D’ and a Silver Award for ‘AB3D’. Abbey currently works as a Junior Designer at advertising agency Tuckshop, in Tāmaki Makaurau. — George Haijan is a designer/artist/educator based in Tāmaki Makaurau. He was born in Beirut (Lebanon) with Armenian ancestry and emigrated to Aotearoa in 2001. After finishing his Postgraduate Diploma in Graphic Design at Massey University, he moved to Tāmaki Makaurau for his MFA and Doctorate in Fine Arts from Elam School of Fine Arts. George has a diverse working background in the design and publishing industry in New Zealand and Lebanon. He regularly collaborates with historian Brent Coutts to publish the limited-edition Queer Art Narratives publication series. His main artistic output involves collage and screen-printing, where he uses found printed materials from popular print culture to disrupt signifiers of power and embodiment, and to subvert their significance. George is a Senior Lecturer at Auckland University of Technology and teaches across the Communication Design programme in the School of Art and Design, Te Kura Toi a Hoahoa. He also dabbles in calligraphy and can read/write in three different scripts: Armenian, Arabic, and Latin. Information Source: Objectspace | eventbrite