Arts & Literature

Women are being urged to think twice about voting for Super City mayoral contender John Banks claiming… More

1. Voters turn up the heat on Banks over bus lanes

Welsh town Hay-on-Wye is the perfect spot for bookworms, finds Geraldine O'Sullivan Beere. More

1. Wales: Odd couple

A sculpture walk is the perfect way to combine the enjoyment of art with the beauty of our landscape. More

1. Fit several small workouts into your busy day

The first New Zealand exhibition by internationally renowned sculptor Ron Mueck runs at Christchurch Art Gallery, October… More

1. Close to home: Riverside art

Inexperience hasn't stopped Alison Wong from winning literary gold, writes Nicky Pellegrino. More

1. Author overcomes near death tragedy to triumph

The rural town of Gore has turned itself into a creative hub, writes Anna Hart. More

1. Gore: Great brew of memories

"Are you going to say what you really think?" "I think I might," I replied. "Are you sure that's a good idea?" The… More

1. Final word: Spouting off about the weather (2 comments)

Two big names in British thriller writing visit New Zealand next week. Craig Sisterson talks to Peter James and Peter Robinson… More

1. Murder in the blood

Dame Kiri Te Kanawa's operatic success was recognised tonight with the top Maori arts award. More

1. Pierard matures fast under Dame Kiri's wing

Auckland has some of the best art galleries on offer in the South Pacific. More

1. New look for home of city's art classics