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Kiwi band Borderline at Rhythm and Vines

Young NZ band Borderline played a great set during Rhythm and Vines.

Holly Ramsay arrives to her wedding with famous father by her side

Model Holly Ramsay and Olympic gold-medal-winning swimmer Adam Peaty have got married at Bath Abbey. Video / Video Elephant

Longtime Cure Guitarist Perry Bamonte Dead at 65

Perry Bamonte, who played guitar and other instruments in The Cure, has died after a short illness. He was 65. Video / NZ Herald

Mitch Hageman talks to Kiwi musician and comedian Bret McKenzie

NZ Herald reporter Mitch Hageman talks to Kiwi musician and comedian Bret McKenzie about family, fly fishing, and the benefits of adopting a greyhound. Video / NZ Herald

Major music act pulls out of two upcoming Kiwi festivals

A Norwegian electronic music duo will be a no-show at Splore and Electric Avenue.

Big year ahead: Waikato’s event calendar already packed

On January 24, five events are already scheduled across the region.

Jennifer Lopez says next partner must accept 'all that I am'

Star joked about her marriage to Ben Affleck during a show in Las Vegas.

Why Ronan Keating says Boyzone getting back together would be bad for them

He said the band's previous efforts to reunite ended in a "huge blow-up".

Erin Doherty says mum scolded her for swearing in Emmy speech

The Crown actor shared the story this week during an interview on Jimmy Kimmel Live!

Nell Fisher’s school friends are unimpressed she stars in Stranger Things

The 14yo spent almost all of 2024 filming in Atlanta instead of at school.

Gordon Ramsay admits he was a ‘hot mess’ before speech at daughter Holly’s wedding

Tilly Ramsay helped ensure the speech was perfect, saying it 'made everybody cry'.

Revealed: What F1 in 2026 will look like

Overtake mode will replace DRS, letting drivers unleash extra power anywhere.

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Rod Emmerson's take on the week.

Joe Jonas sparks romance rumours with Tatiana Gabriela

The singer, 36, has been linked to model Tatiana Gabriela since late summer.

Millie Bobby Brown ordered not to reveal Eleven’s fate

Only Millie Bobby Brown knows if Eleven survives the Stranger Things finale.

Miley Cyrus teases 'really special' 20-year Hannah Montana celebration

The 33-year-old says she is 'working hard' on a 20-year celebration.

Billy Joel surprises fans with first on-stage return after brain disorder news

He played the piano and sang as his daughters danced alongside him.

Lost star Evangeline Lilly has brain damage

Scans show the 46-year-old's brain is now working at reduced capacity.

Game of Thrones stars' home targeted by burglars

The break-in was part of a string of burglaries in the Suffolk area.

ASB Classic tournament director Nicolas Lamperin shares his favourite spots in Auckland

Every week we ask a well-known Aucklander for their favourite spots in the city.

How a fallen Kiwi rock star found healing, hope and his musical spark again

Former Dead Flowers guitarist Riqi Harawira now helps men overcome family violence.

A deep dive into the world of sharks

Auckland Museum's new exhibition Sharks reveals…

A guide to managing moisture at home

Resene’s experts provide tips and strategies to tackle the issue.

Helping locals this Christmas

Bringing food, support and festive-season kindness to the community.

Mortgage-free in six short years

How one Kiwi couple hit freedom fast – without missing life’s fun.