ReviewsLillie RohanTop Kiwi orchestra stuns Rhythm and Alps puntersREVIEW: It's not a festival until someone brings out a surprise performer.31 Dec 09:37 PM
EntertainmentTwo essential items you must take to Rhythm and VinesBefore you miss your fave artist and get stuck in the vines, read this.29 Dec 08:58 PM
EntertainmentHilarious item banned at Rhythm and Alps festivalBefore you miss your fave artist and get stuck in the valley of tents, read this.29 Dec 08:55 PM
New Zealand2024 New Year Honours list, daily Covid cases increase and New Year celebration warning | Focus Morning Bulletin, December 30, 2023The 2024 New Year Honours list has been announced, the average daily Covid case numbers have increased by 3.5% and warnings are issued over the use of fireworks for New Year celebrations. Video / Newstalk ZB / NZ HeraldWatch29 Dec 07:54 PM
New ZealandDangerous stimulant discovered in party drugs ahead of festival seasonTesting clinics have discovered a dangerous drug being sold as MDMA.27 Dec 10:04 PM
OpinionWhat your favourite Kiwi NY festival says about youAre you 21 and just discovered Dave Dobbyn or more of a Caitlin Crisp dress at Highlife?27 Dec 05:00 PM
EntertainmentUltimate summer gig guide: Sir Dave Dobbyn, Kaylee Bell and all the festivals in betweenSo, you're a music lover who wants to make the most of your summer. We've got you.26 Dec 07:10 PM
LifestyleEverything you need to know about drug testing at festivals this summerKnow Your Stuff is testing drugs all over the country: here's what they want you to know.26 Dec 06:14 PM
New ZealandBad tabs and no sleep: Why experts are urging Kiwis to get their drugs tested this summerA substance found in some tabs has caused deaths overseas.26 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandWhat Summer festivals are happening in the Waikato in 2024?The region will be abuzz with lots of music festivals.25 Dec 08:00 PM
New ZealandLe Currents 2023 rolls with venue, headliner changeTaupō's newest music festival is back in a bigger venue, with a new headliner.24 Dec 03:57 PM
New Zealand'There were just happy faces everywhere' - jolly and bright festivities over the weekendThe Whangārei Christmas Parade and Santa Run bought smiles to the faces of many.17 Dec 02:16 AM
EntertainmentNew Zealand Fringe Festival returns with huge lineupThe iconic festival is back for its 34th year, with more than 800 artists and 160 events.13 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandWellbeing festival to see in New YearA huge festival will be held in Tahawai to bring in the New Year.03 Dec 09:18 PM
Entertainment'Queues around the block': The extraordinary history of Rhythm and VinesCo-founder Hamish Pinkham is celebrating 21 years of RnV by reflecting on its beginnings.01 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandThousands turn out to celebrate all things Pasifika at the weekendThe Far North Pasifika Festival celebrates its second year.27 Nov 10:19 PM
New Zealand'Tastetival is just weird': Rebrand for Marton Festival gets axed by councilThe name change didn't go down well with locals.22 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandBlooming success for retirement villages' flower showThe show had a festive feel to it.22 Nov 01:42 AM
New ZealandWhat’s with the Hastings sheep? Artworks explained in new guideHow do you build a giant steel cherry blossom? And what’s with those sheep?20 Nov 09:08 PM
New ZealandMission Concert performance of a lifetime for Port Ahuriri kapa haka groupAnthony Stretch and his talented tamariki blew the crowd of 25,000 away.13 Nov 10:59 PM
New ZealandDefamation claim against Stuff, reporter largely unsuccessfulThe verdicts are in, in the trial for defamation against Stuff but is the case over?08 Nov 11:35 PM
New ZealandBeer festival worker left with severe concussion in assaultThe 19-year-old employee is recovering from his injuries.06 Nov 12:15 AM
New ZealandLittle festival with big heart on in the ‘StingsCheck out the free shows, on every day from Wednesday to Sunday.30 Oct 11:22 PM
New Zealand'It's going to be huge': 25 years for iconic Hunterville Huntaway FestivalThe race in which shepherds eat disgusting things has hit a milestone.24 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandFind a new passion at Hawke’s Bay Readers and Writers FestivalThere are 10 sessions, with topics ranging from weird critters to wonderful bookshops.20 Oct 05:00 PM
New ZealandQ&A: Jesse Griffin brings his comedic cowboy Wilson Dixon to TaurangaThe Tauranga Arts Festival will run from October 19-29.17 Oct 10:46 PM
New ZealandGraffiato back with fresh street art for 2023New Zealand's longest-running street art festival returns to Taupō this long weekend.17 Oct 10:35 PM
New ZealandSearch begins for delicious creationsAfter the success of an Eltham-based pop-up, a similar pop-up will be at Womad next year.17 Oct 05:00 PM
New ZealandKip Chapman Q&A: His out-of-this-world show, curious career and poultry phobiaHe is one of a host of artists performing in the Tauranga Arts Festival.16 Oct 10:43 PM
KahuFireworks threat means maunga will close overnightMaunga will close evenings during Guy Fawkes period to prevent damage.11 Oct 05:48 PM
New ZealandHamilton's 'misfits' come out of the shadows for Festival of WeirdHamiltonians urged to embrace their inner weirdness for a unique festival.09 Oct 12:51 AM
TalanoaCook Islands cultural heritage to come alive at Te Maeva Nui festivalCook Islands heritage is centre stage in a showcase of arts, language, music and dance.29 Sep 04:57 AM
TravelDive into summer: The ultimate summer festival guide for NZ and AUSThe ultimate guide to sun-soaked happenings Down Under!27 Sep 11:30 PM
