New Zealand'Poor Christopher': Art Deco experts question PM's festival outfit choiceThe Art Deco Festival has long been a place for PMs to get into the spirit of 30s fashion.24 Feb 02:11 AM
New ZealandPharmacy sells $1m winning Lotto ticket amid Art Deco FestivalDid you go to the famous Napier festival? The winner has yet to claim their prize.22 Feb 10:44 PM
PremiumNew ZealandEvery day is Art Deco: Why a couple bought a Buick, a 1920s home, and 40 bow tiesRobert and Erin don't 'dress up' for Art Deco Festival. It's their everyday attire.19 Feb 05:00 PM
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New ZealandTweed, balls and bands: Coolest festival in town, winter Art Deco, is backPlans include a Friday night Grand Winter Ball and a free Tweed Ride on Saturday.30 May 06:00 PM
New ZealandSeeing Sheila more clearly with wheelie bins banished from Napier’s main streetBins being left on the street outside of collection hours were not a 'good look'.16 Feb 08:00 PM
New ZealandPictures: 2025 Napier Art Deco Festival reminiscent of era before Covid, Cyclone GabrielleIn pictures: All the action at the Napier Art Deco Festival.15 Feb 11:26 PM
New ZealandMotorhome and caravan army rolls into Napier for Art Deco FestivalVisitors to Napier's biggest annual event say the 'whole weekend is just so much fun'.13 Feb 02:25 AM
New ZealandArt Deco Festival: Thousands set to roll in as Napier has its day in the sun, two years after cycloneArt Deco event organisers appear set to get fine weather for the three-day festival.11 Feb 09:32 PM
New ZealandWings, wheels, and waves: Napier festival celebrates transport heritageSome of the model jets sound like the real thing and can do 300km/h.06 Feb 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionExhibit celebrates 40th anniversary of Art Deco Trust: Gail PopeReconstruction occurred in a climate of remarkable co-operation among architects.29 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandA decade without steam - now the train is back for Art Deco FestivalThe train will be based in Napier throughout the February 13-17 festival.29 Oct 10:15 PM
New ZealandArt Deco Festival returns for 2025 with new events and a communal singalong'We’re incredibly proud to host such a diverse array of events.'17 Oct 02:34 AM
New ZealandArt Deco Trust's new home: Napier's historic women's rest rooms get a makeoverRenovation of the near century-old former War Memorial Women's Rest rooms has begun28 Aug 06:00 PM
New Zealand'For the people': Long-serving volunteers the glue for Winter Deco festivitiesThe people committed to protecting and celebrating our Art Deco-era heritage.19 Jun 11:59 PM
New ZealandMillions in benefits from Art Deco Festival for Hawke's Bay and NZ - reportThe news comes as Hawke's Bay Tourism funding faces an uncertain future.05 May 10:00 PM
New ZealandIn pictures: Art Deco Festival sees 'millions of dollars' injected into Napier economyThe best photos from the beloved festival, which has enjoyed a full return to Napier.18 Feb 02:11 AM
New ZealandArt Deco Festival beginner’s guide: Five things to try in Napier this weekendThe city has come alive for the Art Deco weekend. Here are five things to attempt.16 Feb 02:56 AM
New Zealand'Been a long time coming': Art Deco Festival has Hawke's Bay buzzing after years-long hiatusThe Sound Shell looked like a scene out of kid-as-gangsters classic movie Bugsy Malone.15 Feb 01:36 AM
New Zealand'Nothing quite like it': Art Deco Festival ready for takeoffNapier Aero Club is gearing up for its biggest Art Deco festival yet.12 Feb 05:00 AM
New Zealand'He is the complete man': Former mayor leads tributes to Pat BensonPat Benson is remembered for his vision, good nature and selflessness.12 Feb 02:02 AM
New ZealandFrom the MTG: Celebrations and a challenging anniversaryWaitangi Day, Chinese New Year, cyclone devastation, and the Art Deco Festival returns.25 Jan 11:28 PM
New ZealandCharlie Chaplin impersonator to return to Napier’s Art Deco FestivalHe has a request for a new generation - please don’t mistake him for Hitler.24 Jan 07:00 PM
New ZealandKiwi actress will be Art Deco Festival's 'Chief Costume Officer'The iconic Art Deco weekend has been postponed for three years.21 Jan 11:01 AM