Experience the storytelling power of art with this exhibition of ancient stone carvings, painted and printed works spanning 4000 years. christchurchartgallery.org.nz

In its biggest display of contemporary art to date, the gallery will exhibit 50 works – of which 20 are commissions – across a range of media including sound, textiles, photography, moving-image, sculpture and painting. christchurchartgallery.org.nz

Celebrating the work of artist Maureen Lander, this exhibition features String Games, commissioned for the opening of the Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa in 1998, and Wai o te Marama, a new addition to the gallery’s collection. christchurchartgallery.org.nz

 Auckland’s loss, our gain. The SailGP circus returns to Lyttelton Harbour for more thrilling, close-up action. sailgp.com

The multi award-winning songwriter will present an intimate solo show of songs including from his musicals, Matilda and Groundhog Day.