EntertainmentLaneway 2025: Can I leave and come back? What can I bring? All you need to knowAll your festival questions answered.04 Feb 04:00 PM
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
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 Zealand'I was dressed up, he was dressed up': Festival friendship spans 15 yearsThe reggae fans have attended every One Love festival together – until this year.23 Jan 10:55 PM
New Zealand‘A great social gathering’: Bridge Pā Wine Festival’s sunny successOrganisers plan the next festival for 2026, with tickets on sale mid-September.20 Jan 03:10 AM
New ZealandWhat's on in Tairāwhiti Gisborne this weekendOn this weekend: hot rods, music festival and a cellar door art exhibition.15 Jan 08:39 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
TravelThe weirdest foods I ate at America's biggest state fairAnyone for cotton-candy bacon beer?.... A favourite in Texas.09 Jan 06:00 AM
New ZealandAnticipation builds: Katchafire set to light up Gisborne festivalGisborne festival features Katchafire, Sons of Zion, and more08 Jan 10:16 PM
New Zealand‘Biggest day ever’ for drug testing at NZ music festivalThe NZ Drug Foundation reports on "successful" stint at Rhythm and Vines in Gisborne.31 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandNew Year Honours list released and five charged over Liam Payne’s death | NZ Herald News UpdateThe New Year Honours list has been released and a wet end to the year for Rhythm and Vines.Watch30 Dec 06:38 PM
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
EntertainmentEverything you need to know for Rhythm and Vines: Parking, paying and where not to swim20,000 festival-goers are set to descend on Gisborne to ring in the New Year.26 Dec 05:00 PM
Entertainment‘Heartbroken’: Laneway Festival confirms under-18 tickets revoked after sale'This was my sister’s birthday gift and she is now heartbroken. Shame on you guys.'19 Dec 11:10 PM
Entertainment'I don’t care if you don’t like my music': Darude on Sandstorm's enduring legacyThe EDM icon will celebrate 25 years of Sandstorm at Synthony in the Domain next March.14 Dec 10:00 PM
TravelA year of Australian food festivals worth travelling forMake 2025 your tastiest year to travel.08 Dec 05:00 AM
LifestyleHere's how to spend your weekend in AucklandChristmas festivities, art music and more things to do around town.29 Nov 05:30 PM
EntertainmentNaked in the Trees: where clothing is optional and conversation sparksThe organisers are bringing in some 'pretty whompy' sound systems.28 Nov 07:53 PM
TravelYour guide to Auckland's best Christmas marketsWe know the best Christmas Markets to check out this December.28 Nov 12:55 AM
EntertainmentBlindspott to headline Auckland rock music festivalThe eight-band bill includes five Kiwi rock units.26 Nov 07:00 PM
New ZealandSummer Soundcheck mini-festival at Smash Palace with local DJsGisborne's Summer Soundcheck at Smash Palace honours late owner21 Nov 04:00 AM
New ZealandMum hears screw or brace come loose during son's rollercoaster ride at A&P showA man fixed the rollercoaster by hand then carried on running it, the mother said.17 Nov 01:17 AM
EntertainmentUltimate summer gig guide: Coldplay, Laneway and all the events in betweenReady for NZ summer? These are all the festivals and concerts to mark in your calendar.14 Nov 11:00 PM
New ZealandBloom in the Bay: explore art, gardening, and wellness at Tauranga festivalPlay with pottery or learn how to make a knife at one of the many events.13 Nov 12:48 AM
New ZealandThe home where sustainable gardening is practised ‘in spades’Lorraine Ryan is showcasing her garden and her artwork.06 Nov 09:44 PM
New ZealandFilling the Nest Fest void: Black Seeds to headline new Hawke's Bay music festivalSlackbarn festival will bring international acts to Havelock North.20 Oct 08:00 PM
New ZealandArt Deco Festival returns for 2025 with new events and a communal singalong'We’re incredibly proud to host such a diverse array of events.'17 Oct 02:34 AM
New ZealandCity's 'budding and burgeoning' art scene gets two new leaders'To connect with others... through performance and art is vital for people’s well-being.'16 Oct 03:41 AM
New ZealandCarrington in Rotorua for Kupu Māori Writer’s FestivalForty distinguished authors, scholars, and writers from across Aotearoa will attend.15 Oct 03:01 PM
LifestyleThings to do in Auckland this weekendTāmaki Makaurau is full of festivals this Saturday and Sunday.11 Oct 05:00 PM
LifestyleFried bear, snake over rice: Everything’s fair game at the Roadkill Cook-OffSigns read: 'Eat at your own risk! Food is not inspected by the health department.'09 Oct 03:56 AM
EntertainmentConfirmed: Charli XCX to headline Laneway in 2025The pop star will bring brat summer to Western Springs next February.08 Oct 09:13 PM
EntertainmentSo confusing: Why was there a Brat-green Lorde billboard in Ponsonby?Appearing amid speculation Charli XCX will headline Laneway Festival, let's work it out.07 Oct 11:28 PM
New ZealandNuit Blanche lights up Napier, boosting local businesses and spiritsNuit Blanche drew 15,000 people to Napier, boosting local business and community spirit.07 Oct 03:17 AM
