Craccum takes a closer look at the backlash against RNZ’s recent article on the death of a transgender teenager, unpacking the ethical concerns it has raised, the public response, formal complaints, and RNZ’s response.
The fight continues today with Round 3, where 6 themes will advance to the quarter-finals.
From absurd ancient satire to searing courtroom drama, The Golden Ass and Prima Facie prove that one-person shows can pack a punch. Each vulnerable and powerful performance offers bold, distinctive takes on justice, identity, and the human condition.
The main People's Choice theme tournament resumes now! Vote in Round 2!
In an unforgettable evening of Kiwi songwriting, powerhouse vocals, and genre-blending artistry, legend Sir Dave Dobbyn and guests delivered a concert that felt more like a homecoming despite being his first show at Auckland Town Hall.
Decide whether 2075 Edition, History Edition or Things That Can Fit Inside A Mug Edition will re-enter the People's Choice theme tournament!
It's time to give back to Aotearoa's queer community and I'll tell you exactly how to do it. No more excuses, only action!
Continuing from yesterday's carnage in the voting tournament for Issue #8 of Craccum 2025 (People's Choice), a further 5 themes have now been permanently eliminated.
"[...]they put their head out of the water, and they breathe."
Daegan Wells Exhibition Review. Free to visit at the Gus Fisher Gallery, 6th June – 30th August 2025, Tuesdays to Fridays; 10 am – 5 pm. Saturdays, 10 am – 4 pm. At 74 Shortland Street.
Following up from yesterday's update on the voting tournament for Issue #8 of Craccum 2025 (People's Choice), 11 of the original 46 proposed themes have now been permanently eliminated from the running following yesterday's vote:
Rodrigo Duterte, the sexist macho-fascist who told soldiers to shoot female rebels in their vaginas… advised Netanyahu to flatten Gaza into “the biggest cemetery in the world.” Mad minds think alike.