TravelSee Ancient Rome for the price of an espresso Want to experience the magic of Ancient Rome without the queues or pricey tickets?31 May 08:00 PM
Travel newsDiscover wearable art in Auckland, rare penguins in Otago and free kayaking in NYCFrom eco escapes to fiery red wines, here’s what to explore this week.31 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Time for NZ to have its own State of Origin; flag artwork may have gone too farOPINION: Why not also have a three-game New Zealand Island of Origin series?31 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandTaupō's 'accidental art hero' on adventures around town - and further afieldParts of the Taupō community seem to be starting to embrace Boom Boom the dinosaur.29 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Painfully relevant': Debate over flag artwork prompts its removal by galleryThe art installation, by Diane Prince, invites people to walk on a New Zealand flag.29 May 09:14 AM
New ZealandCambridge students get be(e)hind special initiativeCambridge beekeepers launch Mānuka honey designed by local kids.29 May 05:00 AM
New Zealand'Disgraceful act': Debate ignites over walk-on flag installation, protest begins Nelson Deputy Mayor defends the art, citing its challenge to the status quo.28 May 07:26 AM
New Zealand'More than disrespectful': Controversial artwork invites people to walk on NZ flagIt's not the first time the art installation has sparked outrage.27 May 06:39 AM
New Zealand'Symbol of hope': Winning photo 'reclaims Māori narrative' amid cultural unrestThe "powerful" photo allowed people to see their tūpuna in the face of a child.22 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand$20k triumph: How Taniwha Chasers captivated judges at portrait awardsAn Ōpōtiki local's photograph Taniwha Chasers was chosen from 41 finalists.22 May 01:55 AM
TravelWhy Hyde London City is perfect for a central city breakThe hotel's exterior impresses with its grand Victorian design.21 May 06:00 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
New Zealand'Eyesaur'? Controversial new sculpture in Waikato'Boom Boom' is the sculpture trail's 13th artwork and the first in a new sculpture park.19 May 06:00 AM
New ZealandCanterbury artist channels childhood struggles into acclaimed artworksSheelagh McHaffie uses white pastel on black paper to 'draw the light.'15 May 07:00 AM
New ZealandFrank Film: Sheelagh McHaffie | Finding the LightRaised 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.Watch15 May 07:00 AM
New ZealandVandal chops down nīkau tree at heart of public picnic artwork in HaumoanaArtist Josh Lancaster designed the table as a place for nature and humanity to co-exist.15 May 02:58 AM
EntertainmentOckham Book Awards: All the winners from local literature's biggest night Wellington author takes fiction's richest prize for a second time.14 May 09:30 AM
PremiumPremiumTravelSecrets of the Splendor: Inside the nerve centre of one of the world’s most luxurious cruise shipsMeet the man responsible for the safe passage of a floating luxury art gallery and hotel.13 May 06:44 AM
WorldOpinion: How the papal conclave became a viral sensationThe conclave sparked unprecedented online interest, with fancams of cardinals.12 May 06:33 AM
New ZealandNew Zealand arts community mourns 'larger than life artist, mentor and trailblazer'He passed away on Friday aged 96, surrounded by his whanau.12 May 05:03 AM
New Zealand'It’s been a long time coming': Artist couple open studio in Far NorthTattoo artist Mario Gregor and partner Ceara Lile have opened a studio in Kerikeri.11 May 05:00 PM
LifestyleMust-see events in Auckland this Mother's Day weekendExplore art, give back, peek inside NZ Opera and more.09 May 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionLessons from Paris: What Auckland can learn from global cultural innovationOPINION: Cultural spaces can drive community, economic and social recovery in cities.08 May 01:13 AM
New ZealandFar North news briefs - Navigation bylaw, Battle of Te Kāhika honoured and art on showNews snippets from the Far North07 May 06:00 PM
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
New Zealand'Consent is a great thing’: Whangārei festival promotes respect, autonomyThe Festival of Consent runs until Sunday with events including talks and a dance party.06 May 03:36 AM
LifestyleFrom music to comedy: How to make the most of this weekendThere’s so much happening in Tāmaki Makaurau, it’s a bona fide arts and culture bonanza.02 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandWhy an Auckland art event ended in costly damage and legal dramaRepairs cost $3440, covered by the gallery’s insurance, with no excess payment.02 May 08:23 AM
LifestyleFrom pop stars to Bluey on tour: What's on in Auckland this weekendEveryone's favourite Australian cartoon dog is coming to town.25 Apr 12:00 AM
New ZealandWhanganui's own war artist Ted LewisTed Lewis served as a war artist during WWII, capturing scenes in Italy and Egypt.24 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandParty-goer charged for damage to Eliasson sculpture at Auckland Art GalleryA 29-year-old woman was charged with wilful damage after the incident.22 Apr 08:04 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessOn The Up: Inside award-winning Te Taumata o Kupe Nuku, Pt ChevalierThe building aims to revitalise mātauranga Māori, particularly legendary navigator Kupe.20 Apr 09:00 PM
CrimeBusiness owner's double life as city's most prolific tagger, 'Blume'He owned a company worth seven figures by day. By night, he caused over $1m in damage.20 Apr 07:00 AM
