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
New ZealandStrong, female-led stories front and centre of Arts FestivalThe artists are all at the top of their game.26 Sep 12:52 AM
TravelThey’ll be back: Arnie spotted in lederhosen as Oktoberfest exceeds pre-pandemic numbers“I’ll be back…” he said, and the Austrian-American politician was true to his word.25 Sep 12:30 AM
New ZealandWhangārei's lengthy and impressive maritime history to feature in new festivalThe Whangārei Maritime Festival is set to showcase city's extensive marine history.24 Sep 04:00 PM
New ZealandKo Au: Malosi a unique fusion of dance, music and spoken wordThe concept of Ko Au: Malosi is to show joy, strength and hope through dance.19 Sep 02:08 AM
New ZealandInternational and local acts announced for Bay Dreams 2024US rapper NLE Choppa will headline both Bay Dreams North and South.18 Sep 09:00 PM
TravelWander Waiheke's breathtaking trails, then dine in style – the ultimate island treatWaiheke's hospitality takes any challenge head-on.18 Sep 06:45 PM
Letters to the EditorLiterary exhibition celebrates the lost art of letter writing in WhanganuiWhat would Quasimodo say to the Queen of Hearts?10 Sep 05:00 PM
TravelThe Burning Man party is all over. Now what?This year's festival saw a mass exodus and questioning of the 'leave no trace' principle.07 Sep 10:43 PM
EntertainmentLaneway Festival announces star-studded line-up for 2024 returnFrom Stormzy to Raye, it's a show you won't want to miss.05 Sep 12:58 AM
New ZealandThe Chronicle Q&A: Fiona Sussman discusses her latest true crime novel"You need to try to view the world through another’s eyes."03 Sep 05:00 PM
