A new name for the same game
Today is a very special day for us as we take the next step in our creative journey, and bring to the forefront our gifted name Nōku te Ao Capital E. Since our grand opening in Te Ngākāu Civic Square in 1992, we have had many different names and looks over the years. From […]
Introducing sensory accessibility kits in PlayHQ
PlayHQ is thrilled to have new sensory accessibility kits available for tamariki that need them. If tamariki start to feel overwhelmed, whānau can now ask at the front desk and our PlayHQ hosts will grab a sensory kit for you. The kits contain earmuffs, polarized sunglasses, a soft weighted blanket, and calming sensory toys. There […]
Conductive paint surprises and delights
Conductive paint is delighting and surprising tamariki in the newest PlayHQ activation. Clever networks of conductive paint have been painted beneath the surface of the animal boxes in Topsy Turvy. When touched, the circuit is completed and noises emerge from a speaker hidden within. The animal boxes feature hidden circuits made of conductive paint. Conductive […]
Returning home to Te Matapihi
We’re moving to Wellington’s new central library, Te Matapihi ki te Ao Nui, in early 2026.
Located in the central city and opening out onto Te Ngākau Civic Square, Te Matapihi will be an integral part of Pōneke. It will be a hub for library services, exhibitions and cultural experiences, and will house City Archives and Nōku te Ao Capital E.
Topsy Turvy is a treat for your senses
Topsy Turvy, PlayHQ’s latest play activation for under 5s, has been delighting tamariki and caregivers since it opened in June this year. The space is designed to encourage tamariki to use different senses to explore the world around them: Eyes: Explore the spinner wall, a mural wall with surprises hidden within, warped mirrors and light […]
Nau Mai Ki Ngā Mātanga Akoranga Matihiko Hou
Welcome to our digital learning specialists! Chelsea brings a wealth of experience to the Nōku te Ao Capital E team. Her background is in primary teaching with a strong focus on digital education. Finn is another integral member of our learning team at Nōku te Ao Capital E.
Play sparks curiosity at Tamariki Markets
Halo Collins is Experience Wellington’s Mātanga Hōtaka Hāpori Tamariki Public Programmes Specialist. When I was a kid, I loved playing shop and creating my own menus. I do remember Mum was always delighted to see that the crayfish was cheaper than the vegetables, but I had no idea I’d be thinking back to how I […]
National Creative Residency 2022
The National Theatre for Children hosted its first National Creative Residency for Aotearoa-based Theatre for Young Audiences (TYA) aspiring makers.
The 15 selected participants came brimming with ideas and energy and produced exciting work in response to the wonderful creative provocations of guest mentors Kate Parker and Benjamin Henson.
The Benefits of Displaying Your Child’s Art
Why is it important to display children’s artwork? Here are some benefits of putting your little one’s creative expression on the wall.
Creative Collider Residency
Capital E’s National Theatre for Children recently hosted the inaugural Creative Collider Residency, a unique programme designed to upskill local theatre practitioners and support the creation of high-quality theatre for young audiences.