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Creative Spaces Around New Zealand to Inspire Your Next Mindful Hobby
Story Central Otago
In a world increasingly dominated by screen time, many New Zealanders are seeking out something more tangible. Pottery classes are filling up months in advance, knitting needles are clicking back into fashion, and creative workshops are becoming social occasions in their own right.

Tairāwhiti Museum

The wooden exterior of Tairāwhiti Muesum. on a sunny day.
Place Gisborne
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Located in a lush park setting along the river in Gisborne, Tairāwhiti Museum plays a significant role in showcasing the rich art, culture and heritage of the region.

Dome Cinema

The bright and colourful interior of the Dome Cinema Gisborne.
Place Gisborne Editor's Pick
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Ask any local where to go for a one-of-a-kind experience in Gisborne, and chances are their answer will lead you through the doors of the historic Poverty Bay Club building.

Muirs Bookshop

Books on display on a black shelf in a brightly lit bookshop.
Place Gisborne

On Gladstone Road in Gisborne, you’ll likely encounter the iconic statue of a short elderly man straining under the weight of a hefty stack of books – a feeling...