EntertainmentTaylor Swift’s mother set her up with Travis Kelce, documentary revealsThe series details how Andrea Swift helped play Cupid for famous couple.20 Dec 03:16 AM
LifestyleWhat to do in Auckland this summer: Ed Sheeran, ASB Classic, and moreFrom beachside festivals to big city spectacles, here’s how to fill your summer calendar.19 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandFree summer gigs to bring live music to Gisborne city centreA heritage facade fund offers grants to spruce up ageing CBD buildings.17 Dec 09:00 PM
ReviewsWilliam DartWilliam Dart review: Handel’s Messiah closes Auckland Choral’s 2025 season in style15 Dec 04:00 PM
EntertainmentRhythm of the flight: Action from the Synthony party that drank an Air NZ plane dry05 Dec 02:44 AM
EntertainmentKiwi fans bump into Lewis Capaldi while going for swim on Auckland waterfront02 Dec 03:25 AM
ReviewsAnna Leask'In the best form of my life': Lewis Capaldi stuns in Christchurch comebackScottish star marked his first-ever Christchurch show after a two-year break from music.30 Nov 07:33 PM
PremiumPremiumAucklandConcerts and cupcakes: Push to pack more shows into Eden Park gets council backingAuckland Council decides to support Government plan for more concerts – 'in principle'.27 Nov 04:39 AM
EntertainmentAgeing rockers, the Queen of Christmas and a dead guitarist: Who MPs want to see at Eden ParkNZ politicians pick the acts they’d love to see on stage as concert push grows.26 Nov 09:10 PM
AucklandEden Park eyes space for 1500 car parks to replace outer oval in stadium overhaulPark bosses are also keen to see a footbridge connect directly with nearby Kingsland. 26 Nov 08:17 PM
PremiumPremiumAuckland'Need to get people to Eden Park’: Boss warns stadium would be 'extinct' if no new eventsThe park made $4.2m this year but forecasts just $145k profit next year.26 Nov 03:04 AM
Entertainment'They found a hole in my heart': Childish Gambino suffered stroke before cancelling NZ showThe 42-year-old scrapped the rest of his tour as he underwent surgery. 23 Nov 11:03 PM
EntertainmentLenny Kravitz loses dreadlocks after fan grabs him mid‑song in BrisbaneThe 61-year-old rocker said a fan ripped four dreadlocks from his head.23 Nov 06:45 PM
ReviewsVarsha AnjaliTool apologise for Covid, reward NZ fans with songs they haven't played in decadesIf fans didn't put their phones away, the frontman threatened to give them Covid 'again'.22 Nov 10:35 PM
LifestyleAli Campbell returns to Northland for Waitangi weekend UB40 showThe UK singer vividly recalls reading the Treaty of Waitangi during a Northland visit.22 Nov 05:00 AM
World‘It is so nice to be back’: Princess of Wales makes return to galaThe Princess wore a green velvet gown by Munich label Talbot Runhof.20 Nov 04:26 AM
EntertainmentDick Move, Earth Tongue and Foley among 20 to get new NZOA gig fundingThis $500,000 pilot fund is designed to help local artists take their music on the road.19 Nov 08:00 PM
EntertainmentMetallica fans flood central Auckland ahead of sold-out Eden Park showFree public transport is available for ticket-holders travelling to and from the concert. 19 Nov 05:23 AM
EntertainmentFans shelling out $90 for Metallica poster before Eden Park showFree public transport is available for ticket-holders travelling to and from the concert. 19 Nov 02:03 AM
TravelLooking for a hotel in Auckland tonight? Good luckHotels hit stratospheric prices as thousands prepare for Metallica takeover in Auckland.19 Nov 12:28 AM
EntertainmentBTS return seen as turning point for K-PopAlbum sales across South Korea’s top 400 plunged 20% without BTS on tour.18 Nov 11:31 PM
Auckland'Arrive early': Traffic chaos looms as Akl readies for Metallica’s stadium takeoverHotels across Auckland are at 100% capacity ahead of tomorrow evening's concert. 18 Nov 06:00 AM
Entertainment$4000 for Metallica's Snake Pit: VIP concert tickets are actually worth itExclusive tickets force us to ask the question: how much would you pay to meet your hero? 18 Nov 03:00 AM
New ZealandWhat to know before Metallica’s Eden Park show: Road closures, transport and entry detailsRoad closures near Eden Park start from 4pm and will last until midnight. Video / Eden ParkWatch18 Nov 02:05 AM
EntertainmentOprah’s Auckland show downgraded to smaller venuePromoters say the smaller venue offers 'a more immersive, conversational environment'.17 Nov 11:31 PM
Entertainment'Bold and high-energy': Top Kiwi acts added to Synthony's biggest show yetSynthony drew over 40,000 fans to the Domain in March for an orchestral dance show. 17 Nov 10:00 PM
Entertainment'Have a drink on us': Oz punk band put $40k on bar tabs for fans after cancelled gigFans broke through barriers, before the free Melbourne gig was called off for safety.16 Nov 11:26 PM
EntertainmentDeftones announce one-off NZ show, a decade after their last performance hereThe metal band will play Spark Arena, with support from Interpol and Ecca Vandal.16 Nov 11:14 PM
EntertainmentWilliam Dart review: Daniel Müller-Schott captivates in Schumann concerto with Auckland PhilharmoniaGerman cellist Daniel Muller-Schott led Schumann's concerto with rare grace.16 Nov 04:00 PM