Artist Showcase: Tineke McLean
Not long after immigrating to New Zealand from the Netherlands in 1981, Tineke started a journey with art, creating original applique wall hangings. She exhibited at a gallery in Parnell, Auckland, and accepted several large commissions. All that stopped when her husband passed away in 1989.
After a long break, Tineke started a part-time job as a pottery decorator in 1994 remarried. Four years later, she discovered the magic and temperament of watercolours. Saying goodbye to pots and embarking on yet another medium was exciting and challenging. Tineke participated in art shows and sold well until a friend invited her to join her for a short-term course at Whitecliffe College of Arts and Design in Auckland. From then, her focus shifted to acrylic paints – a medium she found bold and enticing. She found herself experimenting with new styles, and never looked back.
Now working from a studio at her home in Palmerston North, Tineke creates art that is varied and colourful. Drawing inspiration from nature, her works often feature birds or depict landscapes. However, she also dabbles with semi-abstract subject matter.
Tineke is a regular exhibitor at Manawatu Art Expo and her work, ‘Birch Grove’ (pictured), is currently on display at Feilding Art Centre.
Poll: Should the government levy industries that contribute to financial hardship?
As reported in the Post, there’s a $30 million funding gap in financial mentoring. This has led to services closing and mentors stepping in unpaid just to keep helping people in need 🪙💰🪙
One proposed solution? Small levies on industries that profit from financial hardship — like banks, casinos, and similar companies.
So we want to hear what you think:
Should the government ask these industries to contribute?
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60% Yes, supporting people is important!
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25.7% No, individuals should take responsibility
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14.3% ... It is complicated
A Neighbourly Riddle! Don’t Overthink It… Or Do?😜
Do you think you know the answer? Simply 'Like' this post if you know the answer and the big reveal will be posted in the comments at 2pm on the day!
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Once again, Resene and NZ Gardener are on the hunt for New Zealand’s best shed! Send in the photos and the stories behind your man caves, she sheds, clever upcycled spaces, potty potting sheds and colourful chicken coops. The Resene Shed of the Year 2026 winner receives $1000 Resene ColorShop voucher, a $908 large Vegepod Starter Pack and a one-year subscription to NZ Gardener. To enter, tell us in writing (no more than 500 words) why your garden shed is New Zealand’s best, and send up to five high-quality photos by email to mailbox@nzgardener.co.nz. Entries close February 23, 2026.
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