WorldThieves steal Renoir, Cézanne and Matisse masterpieces in 180 secondsThe thieves broke into the gallery near Parma at night.30 Mar 07:56 PM
New Zealand'A rare and intimate window': Influential architect's art treasure trove up for auctionThe sale includes rare pieces by Pat Hanly and Bill Hammond.28 Mar 02:00 AM
PremiumWorldInside the arrest that led to Banksy’s possible unmasking decades laterNYT: How a forgotten 2000 graffiti case became the strongest clue to Banksy’s identity.27 Mar 07:00 PM
ReviewsWilliam DartWilliam Dart review: Shanghai Symphony Orchestra dazzles at Auckland Arts Festival concerts22 Mar 05:00 PM
PremiumNew ZealandShe took up painting late in life - now she's got her first solo exhibition at age 7320 Mar 05:00 PM
LifestyleTen ways to make the most of a jam-packed weekend in Tāmaki MakaurauFrom free World of Cultures events to EcoFest, the city is buzzing.20 Mar 04:00 PM
Entertainment'Who is this?': Kevin Hart roasts his own wax statueFans joked the figure looked more like 'Devin Hart' and 'Kevin The Weeknd'.19 Mar 05:47 AM
WorldBanksy's true identity revealed in 26-year-old arrest recordUnearthed 2000 New York police files list Robin Gunningham after a graffiti arrest.16 Mar 07:34 PM
PremiumPremiumSmall BusinessSmall business: Creative ceramics studio rides post-Covid boom in hands-on experiencesThe studio has shifted from kid-focused parties to adult events and nights.15 Mar 08:00 PM
LifestyleFrom Pasifika to wooden boats: Where to go in Auckland this weekendThere's nary a public space in Tāmaki Makaurau that isn't occupied by an event.13 Mar 04:00 PM
TravelWellington on a good day is annoyingly perfectWellington’s compact centre links galleries, cafes and harbour walks on foot.13 Mar 06:00 AM
New ZealandWho is responsible for maintenance of this neglected $70k sculpture?The 2011 work honours local voyaging traditions with its red, reed-like moving rods.11 Mar 04:00 AM
World'Titanic' statue of Trump and Epstein draws praise, scornIt is the third Trump-Epstein installation on Washington’s National Mall.10 Mar 10:56 PM
WorldItaly buys rare Caravaggio portrait for $58.7mMonsignor Maffeo Barberini was elected to the papacy in 1623.10 Mar 04:00 PM
LifestyleThings to do in Auckland this weekend: Our top arts and events picksEvents range from free Samoan fire dancing to luxe Lexus Urban Polo in Parnell.06 Mar 04:00 PM
Entertainment'Use words, not guns': Topp Twins' Ponsonby mural honours Jools' cancer fightThe sisters collaborated with graffiti artist Otis Frizzell to share a powerful message.04 Mar 09:10 PM
WorldMichelangelo's works hidden in 'secret room', researcher saysArchival documents reveal a plot to squirrel away his works, Valentina Salerno says.04 Mar 06:40 PM
WorldThe reason British man got Punch the monkey tattooed on his chestHe said he was inspired by Punch's ability to 'keep on, even when the chips are down'.04 Mar 05:00 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyle'Guilt is a prison': Charlotte Grimshaw on the family dynamic behind her new novelHow The Black Monk grew from family guilt and grief.02 Mar 07:00 AM
EntertainmentThe last Splore, the end of a cultural chapterThe final Splore at Tāpapakanga Park drew about 8000 festival-goers.28 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumTravelWarsaw city break guide: Best things to do, where to stay, how to get aroundWorld-class museums like POLIN and the Uprising Museum anchor any weekend stay.24 Feb 11:30 PM
WorldLouvre boss quits after $167.5m crown jewels heist, security failuresLaurence des Cars quit after months of pressure over a $167.5m jewel heist.24 Feb 08:48 PM
New ZealandFrom fulltime builder to artist: Transforming an old highway petrol stop into a gallery'It has been a bit of a leap of faith, but art is my passion.'24 Feb 05:00 PM
EntertainmentFans discover Russell Crowe's secret social media account for his niche hobbyThe Wellington-born actor uses the handle “igp366″ instead of his real name.24 Feb 04:21 AM
WorldArtist creates 'Latin American Mona Lisa' with plastic bottle capsOscar Olivares’ latest mural is 13m high and uses more than 100,000 caps in San Salvador.22 Feb 04:00 PM
TravelNick Cave launched NZ’s arts festival in Wellington and we’re still buzzingAotearoa NZ Festival of the Arts in Wellington runs from February 24 – March 15.21 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandBuilder who bought former Wellington mayoral desk happy to give it backAn inquiry found three council checks on the old desk missed the confidential files.20 Feb 03:55 AM
New ZealandTime Warp again: Riff Raff statue back where Rocky Horror story beganA global audience tuned in to the live cam as Hamilton celebrated the statue's return.17 Feb 11:00 PM