New ZealandInternational show The Gruffalo Live on Stage comingWhat's a Gruffalo? Why, didn't you know?02 Apr 02:39 AM
New ZealandWestern Springs stadium battle: Rugby club and promoters v Ali Williams, Anna MowbrayThe rugby club and music promoters propose a 50,000-person concert venue and sports hub.31 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusiness'A fire in my belly': He grew up poor and met dad at 30 - the wild genius behind SynthonyMore than 40,000 fans will pack Auckland Domain on Saturday; here's the man behind it all.28 Mar 05:56 PM
EntertainmentHow Synthony became New Zealand’s biggest one-day festivalThe concert started out with an orchestra playing dance bangers. How did it become so big?26 Mar 11:13 PM
PremiumPremiumSportAuckland stadium debate: Eden Park’s hosting of councillors comes under scrutinyThe revelations come ahead of a crucial vote on Auckland’s future stadium strategy.22 Mar 06:00 PM
New Zealand‘Landmark gigs’: Artists ready to show their funky sides at Lakeside concertThe much-anticipated Rotorua Lakeside Concert is this Saturday.20 Mar 04:00 PM
Auckland FCBillionaire and NBA star behind new Auckland stadium proposalA new stadium backed by high-profile Kiwis is one of three proposals being considered. 19 Mar 05:00 PM
Entertainment‘Every colony can fall’: Irish rappers parade King’s severed head at Aussie concertThe head was originally sawn off a statue in Kings Domain last June.17 Mar 10:28 PM
EntertainmentNeil Finn is quietly turning a ridiculous idea into a musical colossusFinn’s Infinity Sessions are beaming extraordinary collisions to the world two decades in.14 Mar 03:00 AM
ReviewsEmma GleasonIrish agitators Fontaines D.C. take on the modern world: ‘Music for nihilists who crave hope’Review: Emma Gleason speaks to Carlos O'Connell and sees the post-punk stars in action.13 Mar 03:20 AM
OpinionMitchell HagemanOpinion: What is going on with all the cancelled concerts in NZ?Logistical issues? Again? Promoter says 'the public see right through it'.11 Mar 04:30 PM
EntertainmentBasement Jaxx on returning to NZ for Synthony and why Kiwis ‘speak the same musical language’The electronica legends are performing at the country’s biggest one-day music festival.10 Mar 04:30 PM
PremiumPremiumTourismAuckland hotels get $5.2m boost from major summer eventsThe sector is facing the duelling impacts of an oversupply of rooms and reduced demand.09 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandWhat to expect at Baycourt’s must-see jazz festival eventsSteely DNA, a nine-piece band, will perform a Steely Dan tribute at the festival.08 Mar 03:00 PM
EntertainmentThe ultimate guide to NZ’s top gigs and festivals this autumnSummer may be leaving us behind, but New Zealand's music scene is still heating up.02 Mar 08:45 PM
New ZealandLive at the St James: Auckland Council approves funding for iconic venueDowntown Auckland's St James Theatre has finally been given a new lease of life. 27 Feb 06:03 AM
New Zealand‘Incredible showcase’: Opera in the Pā returns with stellar lineupHeadliners include bass Eddie Muliaumaseali’I and mezzo soprano Sarah Sweeting.21 Feb 11:00 PM
EntertainmentR&B icon announces NZ show at Auckland’s Civic TheatreGrammy winner and Rock & Roll Hall of Famer is heading back to NZ.20 Feb 10:07 PM
OpinionEmma GleasonAmyl and the Sniffers review: It’s their first NZ tour, it’s sold out, and it rockedHigh-octane Aussie punks' delivered a sexy, sweaty show with no room for 'dumb c***s'.16 Feb 12:59 AM
EntertainmentDrake blasts Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl performance in Aussie outburstDrake's animated, expletive-filled speech drew attention to his rival's half-time stunt.12 Feb 04:12 AM
BusinessOriginal painting for Split Enz album cover to be auctionedA painting featuring Split End band members, including Neil and Tim Finn, is up for sale. 12 Feb 12:44 AM
Entertainment‘Touches my heart’: Drake gifts two Aussie fans $45k at Melbourne showThe Canadian rapper gave back to fans who showed 'a lot of love' to him and his son.10 Feb 07:49 PM
Entertainment‘Bitterly disappointing’: Sewage issue forces Bryan Adams to cancel concertA blockage of fat, grease and rags caused the sewerage system to overflow in Perth.10 Feb 07:11 AM
EntertainmentKendrick Lamar cuts infamous lyric at controversial Super Bowl Halftime ShowSamuel L. Jackson, Serena Williams and SZA all made special guest appearances.10 Feb 04:51 AM
ReviewsMitchell Hageman‘Couldn’t be happier’: Heart and soul shine through in Laneway’s Brat Summer spectacleOpinion: Did the most anticipated event of the festival calendar live up to expectations?06 Feb 09:05 PM
New Zealand‘Absolutely gutted’: Thousands of Laneway concert-goers miss acts due to ticket glitchThis year is the 20th edition of the popular music festival.06 Feb 03:35 AM
EntertainmentBeyonce’s NZ tour snub: Could Eden Park be the perfect host for Queen Bey?Fans debate whether Oz would be prioritised over NZ if more tour dates are announced.05 Feb 03:00 AM
LifestyleMust-see Auckland events this weekend from festivals to free showsThere couldn’t be a more broad range of celebrations taking place across the city.31 Jan 04:00 PM
EntertainmentJames Blunt announces one-off NZ showThe British musician will perform his 2004 album Back to Bedlam.28 Jan 08:37 PM
Entertainment‘Thrilled’: Toto announce 3 NZ shows for 2025The iconic 70s band are heading to Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch this year.27 Jan 08:05 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson: Wayne again – the 2025 mayoral election campaign has begunOPINION: Part of Brown's positioning is to burn off potential rivals. It’s working.25 Jan 12:19 AM
ReviewsBethany ReitsmaBenson Boone: Beautiful Things and backflips at Spark ArenaREVIEW: Meet the TikTok-famous US artist who sold out Spark Arena.24 Jan 11:19 PM
LifestyleThe ultimate guide to Auckland’s Anniversary Weekend eventsIt isn't so bad to be back in the big smoke.24 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandEden Park CEO ‘delighted’ at PM’s call to abolish concert limit, Helen Clark criticises itLuxon has called for the limit of concerts at Eden Park to be abolished completely.23 Jan 04:00 PM
