PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon Wilson'Complete rubbish': Mayor blasts councillor's comments on Auckland housing plan 'Planning by firing squad' and 'a gun to the head of the city' are a sample of reactions.29 Aug 02:41 AM
WorldStolen WWII painting vanishes again from Nazi daughter's homePortrait of a Lady by Giuseppe Ghislandi was looted from a Jewish art collector in 1940.27 Aug 08:23 PM
EntertainmentNZ's longest-running music and arts festival returns for 2026 summerOrganisers failed to break even in 2024, prompting a fallow year.27 Aug 08:00 PM
New ZealandThree days, 25 different gardens: Festival for green thumbs arrives in Hawke's Bay27 Aug 03:20 AM
New Zealand'We are just the right people': All-female leadership revives arts festival22 Aug 06:00 AM
New Zealand'Powerful work': Zena Elliott's art triumph at national awardsAward curator Nigel Borell describes it as 'full of tension, energy and polemic intent'.19 Aug 07:00 PM
New ZealandKāinga Ora tenant risks eviction with 'extensive' indoor graffiti he considers artwork'I stuck a big skull on the wall, then other people came along and just started tagging.'16 Aug 01:00 AM
LifestyleWhy artists, parents and music fans should head to Auckland this weekendTāmaki Makaurau is abundant with arts and culture this August.15 Aug 05:00 PM
WorldVienna museum tries to keep cool with coloursEach dot on the artwork represents a billion tonnes of CO2 emissions.15 Aug 03:17 AM
World'Til death do us part': Widow has late husband's tattoo cut from his corpseThe tattoo, a skull with a Steelers helmet, now sits in a frame in the US woman's house.14 Aug 11:59 PM
EntertainmentTaylor Swift announces new album 'The Life of a Showgirl'Taylor Swift announced her 12th album for pre pre-order on Tuesday.12 Aug 07:42 AM
ReviewsWilliam DartWilliam Dart review: Auckland Philharmonia shines with Ravel and Saint-Saens concertREVIEW: Sydney Philharmonia Choirs added sonorous, wordless voices to the performance.10 Aug 06:00 PM
LifestyleWhat's on this weekend: Art shows, comedy gigs and arcade fun in AucklandHere are our top picks for activities and adventures in Tāmaki Makaurau.08 Aug 05:00 PM
WorldLibrary visitor took home rare Chinese manuscripts, returned fakesIf convicted, Jeffery Ying faces up to 10 years in federal prison.08 Aug 05:39 AM
New ZealandWellington Airport unveils huge new artwork inspired by Māori legendThe artwork replaces the iconic sculpture of Gandalf with two giant eagles.07 Aug 08:56 PM
WorldFor $5, this man will draw a terrible portrait of youHis sketches are sometimes awkward and usually unflattering - yet charming.07 Aug 06:00 PM
New ZealandActors, parents 'disappointed' by Akl theatre group's response to sex charges shockA parent said they had to have 'uncomfortable' conversations with their daughter.07 Aug 06:04 AM
Travel48 hours in Seattle: How to make the most of your visitOnly have two days to spare? Make the most of every hour with this guide. 06 Aug 12:25 AM
New Zealand'Masterwork' by famous Kiwi artist bought for $79 valued at more than $100,000 The painting was discarded in a storage barn before its true value was discovered. 05 Aug 11:08 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleThe familiar fingerprints of a forgotten art heistNew York Times: How a true crime fan lifted the lid on an art heist.02 Aug 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumRoyalsRoyal art collection receives $6.7m insurance payout after Paris heistThieves stole two royal snuff boxes from a Paris museum last year.01 Aug 05:40 AM
LifestyleWhat to do in Auckland this weekend, and this monthThe arts and culture calendar is overflowing with reasons to wrap up and enjoy the city.01 Aug 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: Why New Zealand urgently needs a cultural gifting programmeA Cultural Gifting Programme would aid public collections and support artists' careers.31 Jul 08:00 PM
WorldHow Jakarta's puppet ban could cost buskersThe ban could leave many ondel-ondel buskers in Jakarta without jobs.31 Jul 06:00 PM
EntertainmentOriginal Iron Maiden singer Paul Mario Day dies at 69The band's original lead vocalist died at home in Australia.30 Jul 09:34 PM
WorldHow street art is healing Sarajevo's war-torn landscapeIt also offers a crucial outlet for young artists amid Bosnia's high unemployment.28 Jul 07:00 PM
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
New ZealandSky's the limit: Northland artists' creations illuminate NZ's tallest towerRangatahi from Te Kowhai Print Trust will see their art projected onto the Sky Tower.25 Jul 04:55 PM
