New ZealandWhy Auckland Museum pulled the pin on hosting a hit Harry Potter exhibitionHow a group of committed staff convinced Auckland Museum to turn away a major exhibit.12 Dec 10:00 PM
New ZealandTe Rā: the only known customary Māori sail in existenceKahutoi Te Kanawa talks about Te Rā, the only known customary Māori sail in existence, in Auckland War Memorial Museum's exhibition titled Te Rā: Navigating Home. Video / Jason OxenhamWatch17 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandIsrael-Hamas war: NZ Human Rights Commission urges reporting of Islamophobia, anti-SemitismIt comes after tensions at Auckland Museum and police patrols at NZ synagogues, mosques.17 Oct 03:59 AM
New Zealand'Our approach was wrong': Auckland Museum apologises for lighting up in support of IsraelPro-Palestinian supporters engaged in a "black out" of the museum's lights.16 Oct 01:06 AM
TravelThis is where you'll find one of Thailand’s last untouched paradisesBelieve it or not, this idyllic place has barely been touched by tourism.14 Oct 11:00 PM
TravelRecognise and celebrate the First Peoples of Australia with gallery curator, Tina BaumA poignant First Peoples Art of Australia exhibition is coming to Auckland this July.25 Jun 07:00 AM
TravelWant to know what to do in Egypt? Ask an archaeologistJosh Emmitt is an archaeologist and curator of archaeology at Auckland Museum.18 Jun 01:00 AM
TravelCalling all White Lotus fans, book a flight to Sydney statThe White Lotus creator and fan fave "Tanya McQuoid" are coming to Vivid Sydney.30 Apr 01:00 AM
LifestyleMeet Barbara the T-Rex, Auckland Museum's newest dinosaurOur 3-year-old dinosaur expert hits the builders with his toughest questions.25 Nov 05:59 PM
New ZealandFocus: Auckland War Memorial Museum sees double in world first In a world-first, the museum will be displaying both an adult male and a female Tyrannosaurus rex side-by-side as Barbara takes her position with Peter in the South Atrium. Video / Dean PurcellWatch23 Nov 06:00 PM
Super RugbySuper Rugby final to release last-minute 'once-in-a-lifetime' ticketsFans who missed out on tickets for the sold-out match could watch from hallowed ground.16 Jun 07:13 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentKings and queens of philanthropy: NZ's billionaire benefactors and generous family dynastiesUber-rich families that gift are plentiful around Auckland.04 Jun 07:00 AM
New ZealandAuckland Museum closes its doors after anti-mask protesters try to enterPolice called after a group of protesters tried to enter without wearing masks.06 Apr 04:00 AM
New ZealandThe hidden history of NZ's Silent ArmyThe stories of flying 'Night Witches' among those on radar for author's latest book.02 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandMeet Auckland's terrifying visitorPeter is 3m high, 11m long with huge bone-crushing teeth and jaws, and he's 60m years old.01 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandAuckland War Memorial Museum reopening to publicAuckland War Memorial Museum will welcome visitors back at 10am on Monday.14 Nov 12:45 AM
New Zealand'The human side of war': Untold stories of New Zealanders' experiences in World War II subject of new bookFew were left untouched by the deadliest war in history.13 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandAuckland Museum to introduce vaccine mandate for staff, volunteers and visitors"We are confident this decision will best serve the majority," museum CEO says.11 Nov 10:12 PM
New ZealandHonouring the fallen: Armistice Day commemoration services take place across the countryServices in Auckland were limited by Covid-19 restrictions.11 Nov 12:54 AM
TravelAuckland tops Lonely Planet's wish list after year-long hiatusRecognition of the city's 'homegrown swagger' is bittersweet for Aucklanders.27 Oct 05:59 PM
New ZealandEntertainer who attempted to derail a trial remains part of museum's exhibitionMika Haka remains part of Tāmaki Herenga Waka permanent exhibition at Auckland War Museum.20 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEmployment'Hard to see the explanation' - $2m wage spike for Auckland Museum staff riles council CEOAuckland Council's CEO has written a letter of serious concern with museum wage hikes.24 Feb 05:14 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionElisabeth EastherDion Peita: 'I'm standing on shoulders of makers and creators of taonga I care for'Dion Peita of Auckland Museum talks to Elisabeth Easther.18 Jan 04:00 PM
LifestyleEight of the best school holiday boredom bustersFrom stargazing to dino digging, here's how to make the most of the school holidays.18 Jan 12:51 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandInside look: Auckland War Memorial Museum's $38m stunning atrium revampA big problem, in a big space, in the grandest hilltop building in Auckland is now fixed.20 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe new council boss resurrecting Auckland post-CovidNick Hill says Auckland only needs one rectangular stadium.08 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandAuckland Council's new cultural agency name Auckland UnlimitedAuckland Unlimited should be up and running in December, says Phil Goff.27 Oct 03:21 AM
New Zealand'Auckland Unlimited': Council's preferred name for new cultural agencyThe new agency will oversee the city's cultural activities and major events.26 Oct 09:05 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSir Don McKinnon: Time to complete the Auckland jigsawComment: Let's complete the mission we embarked on with creating the Super City.19 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandNew era for Auckland War Memorial MuseumTwo months after the doors closed due to Covid-19, the museum opened to public yesterday.25 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandLive: PM signals an easing of level-2 rules - and what she makes of MullerA number of Auckland services will reopen this week, including the zoo and museum.24 May 07:43 PM
New ZealandAuckland Museum ready to open for visitors on May 25Auckland Museum to re-open under alert level 2 with a few restrictions.13 May 09:29 PM
New ZealandAuckland Museum puts call out for Covid-19 mementosThe Auckland Museum is on the hunt for objects to tell the story of the Covid-19 pandemic.05 May 08:33 AM
New ZealandAuckland Museum stops school trips and public programmesMuseum remains open to the public from 10am to 5pm.18 Mar 06:08 PM
