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
Entertainment'I haven't got long to live': Miriam Margolyes on health struggles and fearsThe actor had an aortic valve replaced in 2023 to avoid open heart surgery.27 May 11:00 PM
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
EntertainmentDick Van Dyke opens up on nearing 100: 'I've lost a lot of friends'He credited his longevity to regular exercise and staying positive.26 May 10:39 PM
EntertainmentVerdi's Requiem offers a night of reflection and choral brillianceUwe Grodd conducted a fired-up choral performance at Auckland Town Hall.26 May 06:00 PM
WorldFrom games to Nintendo theme park: Miyamoto's lifelong passion for playShigeru Miyamoto's playful spirit is evident in Super Nintendo World's interactive design.25 May 09:16 PM
EntertainmentThink you don’t like opera? Let La boheme change your mindReasons include: 'More drama than Shortland St' and 'It's basically Love Actually'.25 May 02:00 AM
EntertainmentFreddie Mercury's secret daughter revealed in new bookHis daughter, now 48, lives in Europe and is a medical professional.23 May 08:42 PM
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
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
EntertainmentMan of the Year, duct tape and denim – Lorde teases favourite song from new albumThe Kiwi singer described the track as 'the song I’m proudest of on Virgin'.20 May 02:27 AM
EntertainmentWilliam Dart review: Why Auckland's latest Philharmonia concert was unforgettableUkrainian pianist Alexander Gavrylyuk dazzled with Prokofiev's Third Concerto.18 May 04:24 AM
Lifestyle'Like a cartoon': Author's $65k book prize win nearly derailed by travel chaosDamien Wilkins nearly missed the awards after his flight out of Wellington was cancelled.18 May 02:04 AM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentAuckland Writers Festival special: Carl Shuker's heartfelt glance into single parent lifeWe're celebrating this year's festival with extracts from some authors on the programme.17 May 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentAuckland Writers Festival special: A sneak peek at Dervla McTiernan's gripping new novelWe're celebrating this year's festival with extracts from some authors on the programme.17 May 05:00 AM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentAuckland Writers Festival special: Duncan Sarkies writes about democracy ... and alpacasWe're celebrating this year's festival with extracts from some authors on the programme.17 May 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentAuckland Writers Festival special: Family secrets unveiled in AmmaWe're celebrating this year's festival with extracts from some authors on the programme.17 May 12:00 AM
Entertainment'Intense b***h': Lorde on psychedelic therapy, eating disorders, and stage frightIn Rolling Stone, her new album, Virgin, is described as "feral, wild, and physical".16 May 02:26 AM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentAuckland Writers Festival special: Debut novel tackles themes of identity and belongingRead an exclusive extract from Shilo Kino's All That We Know.16 May 12:51 AM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentAuckland Writers Festival special: Exclusive extract from Catherine Chidgey's new bookThe Book of Guilt, Chidgey's ninth novel, is shocking, creepy and compelling.15 May 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentAuckland Writers Festival special: The debut novel from Auckland lawyer about secrets and betrayalRead an exclusive extract of Rachel Paris' debut novel, See How They Fall.15 May 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentAuckland Writers Festival special: Dominic Hoey recalls 1985's biggest eventsWe're celebrating this year's festival with extracts from some authors on the programme.15 May 08:00 AM
New Zealand‘We need more writers who can just remember’, says Ockham-winning wahine professorNgāhuia te Awekōtuku won the General Non-Fiction Award for her memoir Hine Toa.15 May 12:54 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
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
LifestyleAuthor Trent Dalton on coming back to NZ and the power of optimism Dalton said his talk in Auckland last year was the most powerful event he's ever done. 10 May 07:00 PM
TravelTravel Alerts: Exhibitions, wine pairings, resorts and cruisesFrom a Melbourne arts festival to a scenic cruise around Marlborough.10 May 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleThe man who made a nation cry: One Day’s David Nicholls heads to NZ'To sit by myself in a pub a long way from home and read a book, that’s a kind of bliss.'09 May 07:00 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
EntertainmentLorde announces new world tour - but snubs NZ The tour kicks off on September 17 in Austin, Texas.08 May 08:14 PM
EntertainmentBacklash after White Lotus star ‘wears Rosa Parks-themed underwear’ to Met GalaLisa's underwear appeared to feature the 'mother of the civil rights movement'.06 May 08:57 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
OpinionWilliam DartAuckland Philharmonia dazzles with six-composer Mozart concertOPINION: Mozart's Jupiter Symphony finale blended nobility and high spirits perfectly.04 May 05:00 PM
