Creative Raglan - Film Festival

01/09/2026

Kia ora filmmakers! Our friends at Waikato Screen have just le us know about an amazing training opportunity for people who are serious about getting into the film industry - get a foot in the door and work on larger New Zealand projects. 6 courses are on offer through Kahurangi Toi Atea National Screen Skills Training Programme - find out more https://kahurangitoiatea.co.nz/

Don't delay - applications close tomorrow 2 September

18/06/2026

Raglan’s filmmakers are set to take centre stage On June 27, with audiences
invited along for a night of local storytelling and an old-time cinema experience complete with popcorn, hotdogs, home baking, soft drinks, tea and coffee at the Town Hall. Around 90 minutes of films will be screened - expect a wide range of genres, from drama and documentary to romance, q***r cinema, animation and thriller, showcasing the creativity and diversity of filmmakers connected to the community.
Waikato filmmaker Matt Hicks will MC the evening. Awards and cash prizes will be presented across the Tamariki, Rangatahi, Open Amateur and Open Professional categories, alongside trophies created by local artist Chris Meek.

$10 adults, $5 tamariki - tickets available on www.creativeraglan.co.nz

10/03/2026

We are pleased to announce that we have been able to reschedule our Awards Evening to Saturday 27 June to avoid clash with WSL event. Watch this space for more details!

20/11/2025

The Creative Power Workshop series is coming to Hamilton on Dec 6 - and it's free to attend. Whether you’re just starting out or a seasoned pro, this is your chance to get informed, feel empowered, and spend time with fellow creatives who get it.

Book your place https://www.eventbrite.co.nz/e/creative-power-hamilton-workshop-tickets-1956747577679?aff=odcleoeventsincollection

Thanks to our friends Waikato Screen for the heads up
!

Coming to Hamilton, a Creative Power workshop for Writers, Directors, Editors & Performers hosted by NZ NZWG, DEGANZ and Equity.

The workshop is an opportunity to unpack the Screen Industry Workers Act (SIWA), share knowledge, and build stronger screen careers.

It's free to attend, but there are limited spaces, so register now if you're keen to attend.

Creative Power Workshop
📍 The Link, Te Aroha Street, Hamilton
📅 Sat, Dec 6, 2025
🕐 12:00 - 6 PM

For more information and to register, click here:
https://www.eventbrite.co.nz/e/creative-power-hamilton-workshop-tickets-1956747577679

11/11/2025

Great opportunity for Māori filmmakers with Waikato Screen. Don't miss this, such an exciting kaupapa

Ngā mihi e te whānau o te ao kiriata.

We’re proud to welcome you to the Waikato Screen NZ Māori Filmmakers Hui 2025 — a full-day gathering designed to uplift, connect, and empower our Māori screen community.

This hui brings together inspiring industry speakers, insightful panel discussions, and a full day of kōrero and whakawhanaungatanga that strengthens our collective voice across the sector. Proudly supported by Ngā Aho Whakaari.

📅 November 14, 2025
🕗 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
📍 Panama Square, 14 Garden Place, Hamilton

👉 RSVP now to secure your place and be part of this powerful day of connection and creativity: see link in the comments.

07/11/2025

Enter Raglan Film Festival now and submit your short film by 6 March 2026.

Criteria: max length 10 mins (5 mins tamariki films), films must have an association with Whaingaroa Raglan (can be the people involved, location of filming)

Awards will be presented 23 May 2026.

20/10/2025

Exciting opportunity with Waikato Screen! Waikato Māori Filmmakers Hui - 14 November 2025. Local filmmakers - don't forget you can enter Raglan Film Festival now - full details and registration form www.raglanfilmfestival.co.nz

19/09/2025

Looking for something interesting to do this morning? Come along to Raglan Old School Arts Centre for a morning with 2 successful NZ actors, Billy Reynolds McCarthy and Antonio Te Maioha. Billy and Antonio will be sharing stories, insights and tools for everyone interested in the craft of acting, whether as performer or audience! Kicking off at 10am

05/09/2025

Raglan Film Festival proudly presents a workshop on acting for the screen with acclaimed NZ actors Billy Reynolds McCarthy and Antonio Te Maioha - don't miss this amazing opportunity to learn from the pros! For actors, directors and everyone interested in films. Suitable for ages 14+, $20 student/unwaged, $15 waged. Full details and booking on our website
www.raglanfilmfestival.co.nz/workshops