EntertainmentBooks for young readers reflect diverse New ZealandThe year's best books for New Zealand children and young adults named.05 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Vinyl finds a new groove at the Record FairTravelling Record Fair brings people from all regions. Made with funding from NZ On Air05 Jun 07:39 AM
LifestyleSculptor takes monitor lizard to beach for photo shootMonitor lizard made by Northland sculptor from driftwood very realistic.04 Jun 10:00 PM
WorldNever-ending Brexit story grips literary festival-goersBritain's anxiety takes centre stage at Hay ideas festival.04 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandRoyal New Zealand Ballet finds new homeThe temporary premises at the Michael Fowler Centre car park will be opened this morning.03 Jun 05:00 PM
EntertainmentRoger Hall's knighthood new chapter for NZ theatrePlaywright Roger Hall honoured for key role in the development of New Zealand drama.02 Jun 05:00 PM
KahuRoyal honour for child psychiatrist Hinemoa ElderElder is an advocate for greater awareness of Māori cultural needs in the health sector.02 Jun 05:00 PM
EntertainmentClassical review: James Ehnes absolutely assured with APOViolinist James Ehnes energises Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra, says William Dart02 Jun 05:00 PM
EntertainmentLand made of land - the tragic story of one of our Pacific neighboursThe story of Banaba Island, told at the Pacific Dance Festival, is likely to shock02 Jun 05:00 PM
EntertainmentA ballet for our timesA new version of Swan Lake is a ballet for our times, says the Royal NZ Ballet.31 May 05:00 PM
EntertainmentNew York beckons for young musiciansTwo Auckland school pupils will play at New York's Carnegie Hall after competition wins.31 May 05:00 PM
EntertainmentTēnā koe Harry Potter: Meet the first Māori DumbledoreThe kiwi actors bringing new life to Harry Potter and Albus Dumbledore.31 May 05:00 PM
EntertainmentTheatre review: Michael Hurst and Shayne Carter combine for powerful epicMichael Hurst and Shayne Carter show history's tragic parade of senseless slaughter.30 May 05:00 PM
EntertainmentThe pop concert you don't want to miss this weekendWinter is here - so are top plays, films, concerts and exhibitions to keep us entertained.29 May 05:00 PM
EntertainmentSocial media adds new strings to musicians' bowsMichael Hill International Violin Competition musicians on classical meets social media.28 May 05:00 PM
EntertainmentClassical review: one of our greatest composers turns 80A birthday celebration for one of NZ's greatest composers is a welcome present.27 May 05:00 PM
EntertainmentClassical review: NZSO shows eternal love for composing greatsThe NZ Symphony Orchestra's "love eternal" a revelation, writes William Dart.27 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentA new Tuke sails onto the international stageThe Tuke family name is known in NZ for gold-medal sailing; now add dancing to the mix.25 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandWhoa, dude: 'Bill and Ted' star's new documentaryAlex Winter is interested in how technology can be used to both liberate and oppress.25 May 12:08 AM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentObjects alive with stories from the killing fieldsHorrific Cambodian genocide remembered in 40th anniversary exhibition.24 May 05:00 PM
EntertainmentWhat's up, Figaro? Bugs Bunny, Basil Fawlty and The Barber of SevilleBugs Bunny, Basil Fawlty and opera don't usually go together - until now.24 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentWhy Nadia Reid doesn't feel like a proper singerAcclaimed songwriter Nadia Reid talks love and marriage, success and failure22 May 05:00 PM
EntertainmentThis weekend: Comedy, classic film & cool gigsLast laughs? The Comedy Festival ends this weekend - but there's more to keep us smiling.22 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Whanganui Brass Band will play to 200 millionTour to China promises the world's biggest audience. Made with funding from NZ On Air.21 May 04:41 AM
New ZealandBook review: Fiona Kidman's This Mortal BoyGreg Fleming reviews this year's Ockham winner.20 May 07:04 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainment12 Questions: Auckland Art Gallery curator Mary KislerGallery curator Mary Kisler followed in Frances Hodgkins' footsteps.20 May 05:00 PM
EntertainmentCelebrating the return of Pop-up Globe with a sword fightWhat happens when you hand a journalist a sword and ask them to kill the king?19 May 11:11 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHow Marilyn Waring fought for a woman's right to chooseA long night in parliament: Marilyn Waring on how NZ abortion laws were manipulated.17 May 11:33 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentFiona Kidman on winning NZ's most prestigious book awardDame Fiona Kidman on why her award-winning book on a 1955 crime is "urgently relevant" now17 May 05:00 PM
Entertainment(Dis)ability no barrier to moving it in MadagascarSisters Amber and Anna Stevenson are among a group of kids making NZ theatre history.17 May 05:00 PM
EntertainmentNZ artist highlights the absences in our presenceCorazon Miller attends the world's most prestigious art show17 May 05:00 PM
EntertainmentMan, Sitting in a Garden has potential to growNew New Zealand music blossoms at writers festival, writes William Dart.16 May 05:00 PM
EntertainmentThe best shows to see this weekendStaying entertained in Auckland this weekend: writers festival, comedy festivals, shows!15 May 05:00 PM
KahuLetters: Bus service is essentialHorizons always seem an extra imposition, but at least I can enjoy their buses.15 May 05:00 AM
