19 March 2018
Media: Rotorua Daily Post
Topic: Blomfield Gully tree removal
Enquiry
- Is it taking longer/less time to complete the operation?
- Has council had any preliminary feedback from residents?
- Anything else to add?
Response
The following information was provided:
The work to remove the eucalyptus trees in Blomfield Gully is on track and expected to be finished, as planned, by 30 March with the last of the trees expected to be down by the end of tomorrow (all things going well).
Council has had one objection to the project following the first notification to the neighbourhood in November last year and this was responded to at the time.
It is expected that planting will be done in the area between July and September. There are a number of native species that will be used to further enhance the native planting that was carried out in that area about 20 years ago.
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Media: Rotorua Daily Post
Topic: Muka Youth Prints exhibition
Enquiry
- Why is the Muka Youth Prints exhibition a great opportunity for youth?/Why is it great to give them the chance to view art work in an adult free space?
- What are lithograph sketches?
- Why do you encourage youth to come along and check the art work out?
- How many years has this exhibition been hosted in Rotorua?
Response
From Tori Williams, Rotorua Museum, Events and Engagement Coordinator:
The Muka Prints concept allows young people to view and choose art without the influence of parents or adults, really allowing them to decide what art pieces they like on their own terms. The names and signatures of the artists are covered over during the shows, so that young art collectors look at the work, not considering the fame of the artist or potential for financial gain.
A lithograph is an authorized copy of an original work created by the artist, usually in a limited edition run.
A great way to give children ownership of an affordable ($75 each) piece art that they have chosen. A great way to foster an early appreciation in art.
It comes to Rotorua annually as part of nationwide tour.
