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'Honouring and celebrating': Awards finalists announced

Finalists have been announced for this year's National Waiata Māori Music Awards.

YMP underline favouritism with big win over Waituhi

Green Machine show no mercy for clubmates Kowhai.

Review: The Last Five Years a 'clever' show

Not all love stories have a happy ending, even those that start out beautifully.

Thom Yorke solo shows promise unique interpretations of Radiohead songs

New Zealand one of just a handful of countries to be treated to 'a new kind of solo show'.

Government funding boost for Gisborne events

First Light Marathon, NZ surf lifesaving champs, music festival among recipients

Morgan-Andrew King: From Waikato to international opera stage

Opera singer says his passion actually began 'as a way to meet girls'.

Songs from the 50s, 60s and 70s at Winter Concert Series; watercolours at The Aviary

Songs from the 50s, 60s and 70s at Winter Concert Series; watercolours at The Aviary.

Great Kiwi Summer Festival: Light and sound show for Lake Karāpiro

The event celebrated its first year in 2023 after Covid cancelled it two years in a row.

1000 junior rugby players set for Waikato festival

This year’s Waikato tournament will involve 32 rugby clubs.

How to keep the kids entertained these school holidays

A round-up of our favourite school holiday activities happening around Auckland this July.

All Whites claim Nations Cup

The All Whites have overcome Vanuatu to win the Oceania Nations Cup for the sixth time.

'About sharing the warmth': Thousands turn out for Matariki events in Hawke's Bay

Organisers were pleased the rain held off for the feature events after a week of floods.

'It’s important for our mental health in the cold': Matariki fun warms hearts

Friday's events included Whangārei's Light and Lantern Parade, and Waipu on Ice.

Aroha ki te tangata: Inside the lives of Māori wardens

Six Māori wardens showcased throughout the motu.

From Pōkeno to Kopu, Waikato events promise Matariki magic

Events and activities seek to preserve old and new traditions in the community.

Free bus rides on offer to Hamilton Matariki event

This year’s theme is ‘Matariki heri kai’, meaning 'Matariki. the bringer of food’.

What's On in Gisborne this Matariki long weekend and over the coming month

What's On in Tairāwhiti this Matariki long weekend and over the coming month.

Matariki: How to spend your long weekend in the city

Lights, ice skating, comedy - bring in the Māori New Year with our long weekend guide.