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Simon Barnett tears up over gift from Fast & Furious star

"I genuinely don't know, apart from my wife and kids, if I've ever been so touched by a gift," Barnett said through tears. Video / TVNZ+

Met Gala 2026: Beyoncé walks the carpet with Blue Ivy and Jay-Z

Beyoncé arrives at Met Gala 2026 with Blue Ivy and Jay-Z. Video / Getty

The Devil Wears Prada 2 in cinemas worldwide today

Watch the new trailer for The Devil Wears Prada 2 with original song “Runway” performed by Lady Gaga and Doechii. Video / 20th Century Studios

Welcome to the Candy Store: Cult musical Heathers kicks off NZ tour

The coolest teen comedy from the 80s has been reinvented for the stage.

CTI Winners & Losers: Injuries, shock exits and a total team wipeout

An entire team is obliterated in what might be the show's most emotional week ever.

‘History was made’: Shakira’s Rio show delayed by father’s stroke, still packs beach

The Copacabana show started one hour late as Shakira learnt of the stroke.

Neil Finn revealed as new owner of notorious Auckland pub

Neil Finn has plans for site with a history of violent incidents.

Teachers blast draft curriculums, shortage of Waitangi Treaty influence

Principals say rushed timelines and constant change are driving staff burnout.

CTI Winners & Losers: Injuries, shock exits and a total team wipeout

An entire team is obliterated in what might be the show's most emotional week ever.

Broadcasting Standards Authority being axed, minister says regulator 'doesn't make sense'

Regime 'designed for a broadcasting environment that is rapidly disappearing' – Goldsmith.

Fake names to secret stashes: Art and Matilda Green share reality TV secrets

Bachelor NZ stars Art and Matilda spill the tea on what really goes on behind the scenes.

Hayley Holt eyes TV comeback with dream reality show role

The star recalls her time in the spotlight and reveals she’s not done with the telly yet.

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Rod Emmerson’s cartoons: Week of May 4 - 10

Rod Emmerson's take on the week.

'It simply cannot happen': Concerns revealed for Beckhams’ daughter

The couple worry fame could leave Harper feeling 'a bit lost' like Brooklyn.

Meet the Kiwi developers who just landed a movie deal with 20th Century Fox

Kieft, Hufton and Angland met on Roblox as 13-year-olds and now develop games fulltime.

AI actors and writers not eligible for Oscars: Academy

Screenplays must be written by people, ruling out chatbot-generated scripts.

Hayley Holt eyes TV comeback with dream reality show role

The star recalls her time in the spotlight and reveals she’s not done with the telly yet.

Former One Direction star cancels most upcoming tour dates amid mystery health battle

The singer had planned to play 20 shows across the US before he was hospitalised.

Samoan choreographers behind Michael Jackson biopic proud of Pacific roots

Samoan brothers Rich and Tone Talauega spent two years training Jaafar Jackson.

Portia Woodman-Wickliffe on Celebrity Treasure Island - and coming out to her mum

'The girl from Kaikohe' reflects on the scale of her journey as she returns home.

The Devil Wears Prada 2 in cinemas worldwide today

Watch the new trailer for The Devil Wears Prada 2 with original song “Runway” performed by Lady Gaga and Doechii. Video / 20th Century Studios

Limited-run Amarok V6 Style ute offers premium practicality

A rare V6 ute with effortless torque and upscale refinement

Plan a Trip to Hawai‘i’s O‘ahu and Explore Its Stunning Outer Islands

Experience O‘ahu’s unique blend of adventure, relaxation and island-hopping

Private credit market is booming

Investor focus zeros in on governance and transparency.

An expertly guided Yangtze journey through the heart of China.

Hidden gems, scenic walks, and homes built for generations to come