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William Dart review: Why NZ Opera's La Boheme is a must-see this season
The 1947 Parisian setting adds charm, with falling snow and captivating lighting.

See Ancient Rome for the price of an espresso
Want to experience the magic of Ancient Rome without the queues or pricey tickets?

Letters: Time for NZ to have its own State of Origin; flag artwork may have gone too far
OPINION: Why not also have a three-game New Zealand Island of Origin series?

Discover wearable art in Auckland, rare penguins in Otago and free kayaking in NYC
From eco escapes to fiery red wines, here’s what to explore this week.

Taupō's 'accidental art hero' on adventures around town - and further afield
Parts of the Taupō community seem to be starting to embrace Boom Boom the dinosaur.

'Painfully relevant': Debate over flag artwork prompts its removal by gallery
The art installation, by Diane Prince, invites people to walk on a New Zealand flag.

Cambridge students get be(e)hind special initiative
Cambridge beekeepers launch Mānuka honey designed by local kids.

'Disgraceful act': Debate ignites over walk-on flag installation, protest begins
Nelson Deputy Mayor defends the art, citing its challenge to the status quo.

'More than disrespectful': Controversial artwork invites people to walk on NZ flag
It's not the first time the art installation has sparked outrage.

Why Hyde London City is perfect for a central city break
The hotel's exterior impresses with its grand Victorian design.

A guide to Berlin's best museums
Berlin’s many museums cover topics guaranteed to interest every kind of traveller.

'Eyesaur'? Controversial new sculpture in Waikato
'Boom Boom' is the sculpture trail's 13th artwork and the first in a new sculpture park.

Canterbury artist channels childhood struggles into acclaimed artworks
Sheelagh McHaffie uses white pastel on black paper to 'draw the light.'

Frank Film: Sheelagh McHaffie | Finding the Light
Raised in the shadows – Canterbury artist Sheelagh McHaffie draws the light she’s fought to find. Video / Frank Film Made with funding from NZ on Air.

Vandal chops down nīkau tree at heart of public picnic artwork in Haumoana
Artist Josh Lancaster designed the table as a place for nature and humanity to co-exist.

Ockham Book Awards: All the winners from local literature's biggest night
Wellington author takes fiction's richest prize for a second time.

Secrets of the Splendor: Inside the nerve centre of one of the world’s most luxurious cruise ships
Meet the man responsible for the safe passage of a floating luxury art gallery and hotel.

Opinion: How the papal conclave became a viral sensation
The conclave sparked unprecedented online interest, with fancams of cardinals.

New Zealand arts community mourns 'larger than life artist, mentor and trailblazer'
He passed away on Friday aged 96, surrounded by his whanau.

'It’s been a long time coming': Artist couple open studio in Far North
Tattoo artist Mario Gregor and partner Ceara Lile have opened a studio in Kerikeri.

Must-see events in Auckland this Mother's Day weekend
Explore art, give back, peek inside NZ Opera and more.