The Ministry of Pacific Island Affairs has appointed a Central Regional Manager who will commence his role on 1 November, based in Wellington. Anton Carter comes to the Ministry with a wealth of experience in the creative arts sector as well as substantial ties with the Pacific community.
Currently, Anton is working at Creative New Zealand as a senior programme adviser. He brings with him 11 years of experience in the arts sector, as a key promoter and facilitator of Pacific arts, culture and heritage. As well as being responsible for funding rounds to the Pacific Arts Committee, Anton reviewed and redesigned the major funding systems and mechanisms for Creative New Zealand and has worked collaboratively with many different sectors and groups of people.
Chief executive Colin Tukuitonga said the Central Regional Manager’s jurisdiction would cover the sizeable Pacific community in Hawkes Bay, Manawatu and Porirua in Wellington. ‘It is expected that Anton will inform these communities of the Ministries work while also getting community input for projects we’re working on.’
‘I believe Anton’s experience will add another dimension to our talent pool at the Ministry. He was selected from a high calibre of applicants and his background in the arts will be advantageous to have, especially as languages and culture is one of our priorities.’
Previous to his role at Creative New Zealand, Anton worked with Pacific Underground Inc, and was a reporter/researcher with Tagata Pasifika.
