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
Lifestyle‘Clubbing necessity’: How Gen Z music lovers are making earplugs coolHearing loss affects one in six Kiwis - and it's expected one in four will suffer by 2050.20 Jan 11:00 PM
EntertainmentLuke Combs performs a shoey with rugby stars at Eden Park concertNZ rugby stars joined the US country music legend on stage for an unconventional drink.18 Jan 10:42 PM
Entertainment‘Honoured’: Nashville star Mitchell Tenpenny on NZ’s country music renaissance'It just feels really cool to be a part of it as it’s growing.'18 Jan 10:31 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandBit of a Mission: Why international artists aren’t coming to the Bay in 2025A lull in Mission and stadium concerts in Hawke's Bay is likely to continue through 2025.17 Jan 05:00 PM
Entertainment‘Gutted’: Auckland rock festival cancelled amid low ticket salesBlindspott and Alien Ant Farm were set to headline Paradise City Rock Festival 2025.16 Jan 11:11 PM
EntertainmentLuke Combs at Eden Park: Train closures and everything you need to knowCountry fans heading to Eden Park will be hoping when it rains it doesn’t pour.15 Jan 11:49 PM
New ZealandMundi Trio to bring world music vibes to Eastwoodhill performanceHow Mundi Trio’s music invites audiences to dance and dream.15 Jan 11:01 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentThese roadies help stars rock ‘n’ roll all night. They’re in their 70sNYT: 'We don’t always have to fade away... I'll do this until I can't crawl in there.'15 Jan 09:00 PM
New ZealandNews snippets from the Far NorthCatch up on what's currently happening around the region.13 Jan 05:00 PM
EntertainmentAre you protected if that expensive concert is cancelled?Many concerts and festivals around the country have been cancelled or changed recently.12 Jan 02:34 AM
New Zealand‘Good, muddy fun’: Gisborne all but gridlocked as sodden Rhythm and Vines festivalgoers gatherOne resident said it was 'crazy out there'; another had 'never seen anything like it'.31 Dec 02:20 AM
New ZealandThousands enjoying relatively smooth start to R&VOrganisers confirmed at least 17,000 people attended the festival on Saturday.30 Dec 02:15 AM
EntertainmentMy Secret Auckland: Actor and director Suzy Sampson shares her favourite places in the cityEvery week, we ask a well-known Aucklander for their favourite spots in the city.28 Dec 04:00 PM
Entertainment'Wasn’t sufficient': Eden Park reveals truth behind Taylor Swift's NZ snubThe pop star is set for a seven-date Aussie tour, here's why she won't visit Kiwis.23 Dec 08:00 PM
LifestylePlan your final days of 2024 with these Auckland eventsThings are just beginning to heat up in Tāmaki Makaurau.20 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandStadium wars: Battle continues between Eden Park and waterfront proposalsBoth stadium options face big hurdles – especially over who will foot the bill.20 Dec 04:00 PM
EntertainmentWhy was the Eras Tour a phenomenon?Taylor Swift's record-shattering 149-date trek around the world concluded this week.13 Dec 08:29 PM
EntertainmentTaylor Swift's record-breaking tour has ended: How many billions did she make?As many people as the entire population of Greece attended Swift's Eras Tour concerts.10 Dec 01:23 AM
EntertainmentSanta hats, silky voices: Auckland Xmas in the Park's best music momentsAs the 2024 event approaches, we take a look back at the stars who set the tone.08 Dec 11:46 PM
New ZealandWaikato amps up for massive festival and concert seasonOne of the gigs is Sublime with Rome who are on their final tour.08 Dec 08:23 PM
TravelNZ’s biggest barbecue festival returns this FebruaryDelicious meat, good music, and exciting attractions, we got you covered.07 Dec 12:00 AM
EntertainmentMajor stars that snubbed NZ on their world toursFive times NZ didn't make the cut.04 Dec 05:00 AM
New ZealandConcerts: Aussie tribute group signed for February Sound Shell gigThe city council joins local promoter Hamish Pinkham in a Soundshell promotion.04 Dec 02:59 AM
ReviewsTom RoseReview: 'Sexiest crowd I've had' - Troye Sivan gushes over Kiwi fansLap dances, keg stands and club records ignite Auckland’s Spark Arena.02 Dec 10:58 PM
ReviewsReview: Rockers Highly Suspect leave their mark on Spark Arena'We’re in a rock 'n' roll church right now.'02 Dec 03:56 AM
Entertainment'True rock icons' ZZ Top to tour NZ next yearTime to don your cheap sunglasses.01 Dec 08:59 PM
LifestyleHere's how to spend your weekend in AucklandChristmas festivities, art music and more things to do around town.29 Nov 05:30 PM
EntertainmentRock on! Eden Park gets green light to host 12 concerts a yearEden Park CEO Nick Sautner says the decision is a "significant milestone".29 Nov 02:09 AM
