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Watch Peter Andre in The Sunshine Murders

Singer Peter Andre co-stars in The Sunshine Murders, a Prime Video series from award-winning New Zealand film-maker Emily Corcoran. Video / Supplied

Air New Zealand culinary ambassador Josh Emett on his favourite foodie destination

The chef speaks to Viva about where he loves to travel, where to next and his favourite seat on the plane. Video / Michael Craig

Madonna, BTS, Shakira to headline the first World Cup final halftime show

For the first time, the football World Cup final in July will feature a star-studded Super Bowl-style halftime show. Video / Video Elephant

Delta Goodrem - Eclipse | Australia | Official Music Video

Australian singer Delta Goodrem after performing her song Eclipse in the second Eurovision Song Contest semifinal. Video / Eurovision Song Contest

'Time to say goodbye': Barbie Girl band Aqua call it quits as live act

Aqua formed in 1995 and went on to sell more than 33 million records.

Shakira wins $140m after being acquitted of Spanish tax fraud

The singer welcomed the decision after years of 'brutal public exposure'.

William Dart review: Ehnes and Rachid dazzle as AP’s Mozart night becomes unexpected double act

French conductor Samy Rachid turned Mozart's Haffner Symphony into a curtain-raiser.

Drake breaks Spotify records as Iceman becomes most-streamed album of 2026

Drake's LP Iceman is his first solo project since 2023 and the star dropped two others.

'I don't want my kids to go through what I did': Peter Andre's breakdown and the NZ role that changed his life

The Aussie pop star is starring in a Kiwi-created crime series.

Spencer Pratt denies mayoral run is being filmed for reality TV series

Reports claimed the reality star had signed a deal for a show featuring Heidi Montag.

Celebrity Treasure Island Winners & Losers: Is this star the greatest to ever play the game?

Two more frontrunners were sent packing by a contestant who cannot be stopped.

'The dream never truly left my heart': Ted Lasso star scores pro football deal

The 35-year-old actor has signed with USL Championship club El Paso Locomotive FC.

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Rod Emmerson’s cartoons: Week of May 11 - 17

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Ōamaru goes global as Netflix’s East of Eden teaser showcases town’s streets

Ōamaru’s Victorian Precinct doubled as early 20th-century California.

After the hobbits, director Peter Jackson tackles 'Tintin'

The Kiwi film-maker is writing a new ''Tintin sequel with partner Fran Walsh at Cannes.

Peter Jackson confirms he was Kate Winslet’s first onscreen kiss aged 17

The NZ director shared clips from Heavenly Creatures at a Cannes tribute.

TVNZ reporter Zion Dayal eliminates Shortland Street star Ben Barrington

TVNZ reporter Zion Dayal eliminates Shortland Street star Ben Barrington in Celebrity Treasure Island.

Celebrity Treasure Island Winners & Losers: Is this star the greatest to ever play the game?

Two more frontrunners were sent packing by a contestant who cannot be stopped.

Inside Kiwi chef’s friendship with Gwyneth Paltrow

Co-owner of popular Auckland eateries shared cooking duties with celebrity pal on US trip.

'The dream never truly left my heart': Ted Lasso star scores pro football deal

The 35-year-old actor has signed with USL Championship club El Paso Locomotive FC.

Watch: Hollywood star Jason Momoa spotted behind the decks at Queenstown bar

Momoa has quietly joined the DJ line-up at Upstairs at The Bunker.

From boring to banger: Rapper turns Kiwis’ mortgage misery into music

How 900 ‘boring’ Kiwi mortgage stories became a hip-hop banger

Stay a little longer: New Sydney experiences and NSW escapes to discover

A harbour city classic with fresh discoveries waiting now all year

Families supporting parents to take the next step with confidence

Making the move together.

Limited-run Amarok V6 Style ute offers premium practicality

A rare V6 ute with effortless torque and upscale refinement