EntertainmentGeorge Lucas makes first Comic-Con appearance, previews new museumGeorge Lucas previewed the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art, expected to open in 2026.28 Jul 12:54 AM
World'Confused the fruit': Visitor bites into $10.4m banana artworkThe artwork, called 'Comedian', was by Italian artist Maurizio Cattelan.18 Jul 07:28 PM
New Zealand‘Fire sale’: World-renowned artist’s work to be sold against his will Yaacov Agam is alleged to owe $6.8 million to a NZ-based printing company. 11 Jul 11:00 PM
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WorldDutch art sleuth recovers stolen trove of Unesco-listed documentsThe documents provide insights into the Dutch East India Company's operations.09 Jul 06:00 PM
WorldBayeux Tapestry to return to England for first time in 900 yearsThe Bayeux Tapestry is set to return to England for the first time in 900 years.09 Jul 12:29 AM
EntertainmentVeteran actor David Killick dies aged 87The British actor died peacefully aged 87 at St John’s Hospice in North London.07 Jul 09:40 PM
LifestyleHow a law graduate's art purchase could deliver $1m to Auckland GalleryAustralian philanthropist donates McCahon, Binney and Killeen art to fundraising auction. 26 Jun 02:00 AM
LifestyleFrank: Stories from the South – A Museum in a HouseBruce Mahalski: Animal skulls, flesh-eating beetles and good, honest pessimism.12 Jun 05:00 AM
New Zealand$95,000 sculpture stolen from Christchurch centre, locals devastatedThe sculpture, named Flight, by Llew Summers, depicts a large bird and weighs 2.2 tonnes.06 Jun 05:41 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand$151k for a bed - but it's not for sleeping on'It is a very rare piece, not only for New Zealand, but also internationally.'02 Jun 05:00 PM
Travel The world’s best hotels for book loversLive out your literary dreams in these picture book locations. 22 May 07:00 AM
TravelA guide to Berlin's best museums Berlin’s many museums cover topics guaranteed to interest every kind of traveller.20 May 06:00 AM
RoyalsNew Coronation portraits of King and Queen unveiled at galleryPeter Kuhfeld painted the King, and Paul S Benney painted the Queen.06 May 10:16 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleColin McCahon painting mystery: How a $225 auction 'sleeper' sold for $31,000 Did someone just get the art bargain of the century? Experts are unsure.06 May 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessDu Val saga: How were jewellery, artworks, firearms paid for?PwC sought court orders for Clarkes to deliver assets or provide information about them.01 Apr 09:58 PM
New Zealand‘I’m done’: Artist loses battle over copyright in landmark case with her exCourt rules she retain sole legal ownership, but copyright must be shared with ex-husband.23 Mar 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessLink to the past: Heritage mural kept in $650m redevelopmentBJ Ball Building and Mrkusich mural identified as a Category B Historic Heritage Place.07 Mar 12:52 AM
World‘It’s a match!’: Long-lost Brueghel painting identified in Dutch museumJournalists from arts magazine Vind spotted the painting at an exhibition last year.03 Mar 07:21 PM
BusinessOriginal painting for Split Enz album cover to be auctionedA painting featuring Split End band members, including Neil and Tim Finn, is up for sale. 12 Feb 12:44 AM
PremiumPremiumSmall BusinessHow artradie is connecting Kiwis with New Zealand artistsMei Hill talks to Tom Raynel about artradie and its marketplace, created by artists.19 Jan 04:00 PM
BusinessProperty developer, philanthropist James Kirkpatrick dies aged 94Business he founded owns wide range of commercial, industrial and warehouse properties.19 Dec 09:19 PM
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New ZealandThe Hawke's Bay artists creating kiwi sculptures for a trail in NapierTwo local artists join the Kiwi Art Trail's team creating giant sculptures.15 Nov 05:00 PM
LifestyleWatch: Woman buys second-hand painting for $39, shocked to discover true valueShe nearly gave the 'cheap' art away.14 Nov 10:43 PM
KahuFive huia feathers are set to fly high off the auction blockFollowing the record $46k single huia feather sale, five more are for grabs.13 Nov 09:55 PM
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New ZealandBanksy in Welly: NZ fans of legendary street artist get chance to own an original pieceThe Art of Banksy exhibition will run for seven weeks from Nov 28 and tickets are on sale.16 Oct 10:42 PM
New Zealand'It’s a bit naughty': Mural artist’s confessionHe's been a driller and a logger - but Nathan James is really a painter.03 Oct 11:00 PM
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PremiumPremiumInvestmentHow wealthy Kiwis are splashing the cash despite tough economyThe economy might be tough but uber-wealthy Kiwis are still spending eye-watering amounts.17 Aug 05:00 PM
KahuAn old sugar factory is providing the art sweetener in TaiwanTongan artist Tui Gillies is showing off her skills in a month-long residency.22 Jul 08:14 PM
PremiumPremiumConstructionNew house at Gibbs Farm sculpture park on NZ's Best Homes with Phil Spencer'Leveraging our innovative reputation in the pursuit of creating remarkable homes'.08 Jul 02:00 AM
LifestyleRoger Peters talks ShakespeareStratford Shakespeare scholar Roger Peters discusses the bust he created. Video / Alyssa SmithWatch05 Jun 10:49 PM
