New ZealandKapa haka and food galore at Matariki twilight festival in WhangāreiNgātiwai welcome whānau for the annual twilight Matariki market.21 Jul 06:28 AM
TravelElemental AKL 2023: Where Pacific and Māori cuisine combine with powerful storytellingOne of Elemental AKL 2023's hottest events is helmed by chef Tausani Simei-Papali'i.16 Jul 01:00 AM
New ZealandMatariki 2023: How to celebrate this weekendOrganisers predicting a larger turnout than 2022 for some events.12 Jul 05:00 PM
Entertainment'Sorry': Lewis Capaldi's heartbreaking performanceThe singer struggled so much the crowd had to help him get through his songs.24 Jun 10:35 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Out in BooktownDiversity comes out at Featherston's annual book event.31 May 11:03 PM
TravelGreece: Religious devotees walk through fire to 'purify' themselves'Every time I’m afraid, and I’m doing this,' said one devotee.25 May 08:19 PM
KahuRuby Tui reveals the day Black Ferns coach Wayne Smith was reduced to tears"When you walk on to our bus, everybody’s dancing."24 May 10:43 PM
New ZealandOne Love 2024 line-up, date and when tickets go on sale revealedSome of the world's biggest reggae and dancehall acts are set to return to Tauranga.14 May 06:30 PM
KahuPolyfest: Celebrating 30 years of 'beautiful' Māori and Pasifika culturesOtago Polyfest draws in upwards of 160 schools and more than 6000 performers.03 May 11:28 PM
New ZealandFood festival hailed as 'huge success' after selling nearly $450k worth of ticketsAll ticket revenue goes back to the nearly 200 participating businesses.28 Apr 03:28 AM
New Zealand‘A chance to celebrate something everyone loves’: Craft beer festival coming to KerikeriInaugural Brew of Islands to be held at Kerikeri’s Turner Centre from July 21 - 22.27 Apr 04:00 PM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay’s biggest food and wine festival moved to 2024The Winter F.A.W.C! is back in June, as the summer version is moved into next year.26 Apr 05:00 PM
TravelSocial media unpacks the harsh realities of CoachellaTikTokers catalogue the more chaotic side to the California festival.24 Apr 04:23 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandBreaking down concrete barriers: Visually impaired apprentice with autism excelsTodd Maitland shows why people from all backgrounds should consider a career in trades.23 Apr 10:30 PM
EntertainmentSpotted: Kiwis at CoachellaThe biggest music festival of the year had some Kiwi attendees that might surprise you.22 Apr 03:32 AM
EntertainmentA-list exes spotted kissing at CoachellaFootage reveals the pair who split in 2021 revived their romance at the music festival.16 Apr 08:15 PM
New Zealand'We just love music': Jazz lovers soak up sun and sounds at Tauranga’s Historic Village“As soon as someone gets up to dance, it is contagious.”07 Apr 01:21 AM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentReview: Was The Unruly Tourists opera worth all the controversy?Here are some of the best performances and productions.06 Apr 12:00 AM
New Zealand‘Biggest Te Āhuareka ever’: Ngāti Hine Festival draws record crowd after four-year absencePopular event a three-day showcase of kapa haka, music, reo, kai, debate and learning.03 Apr 09:32 PM
New ZealandPilot wows at Armageddon Expo with three costume changes"If you’re a geek or a nerd of any kind, it’s all here for you."26 Mar 05:30 PM
New Zealand'Wicked vibe': The volunteers who drive CrankworxHundreds of local volunteers have donated thousands of hours of their time.22 Mar 05:06 PM
EntertainmentWomad returns to New Plymouth on 20th anniversaryWomad returns to Brooklands Park in New Plymouth on Friday night.17 Mar 01:15 AM
KahuNew festival director for Māoriland Film Festival announced as festival lights, camera and action beginsLibby Hakaraia steps down after 10 years at the helm of Māoriland.16 Mar 02:02 AM
New ZealandThird time lucky: Record crowd as Waterfront Festival returns to MangōnuiMore than 7000 people packed the Doubtless Bay town to celebrate event’s 10th anniversary.11 Mar 11:54 PM
TalanoaPolyfest Day 1: 'The strength of the culture coming together is amazing'Vibrant cultures from around the world have opened up the Polyfest in Auckland.08 Mar 05:30 PM
New Zealand‘Third time lucky’: Mangōnui Waterfront Festival celebrates 10th anniversaryThree stages, almost 100 stalls and 5000 people expected at popular seaside festival.08 Mar 04:00 PM
TalanoaPolyFest is back to normal this yearPolyfest 2023 to return to normalcy after four years of disruption.07 Mar 08:08 PM
LifestyleFamed Kiwi designer to feature at Indulge festival next monthMeet the iconic Kiwi designer set to share his expertise at Indulge this year.22 Feb 01:34 AM
TravelRecord numbers set to attend Dunedin's best one-day music festivalDunedin's having a party and you're invited.19 Feb 12:27 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleHamilton Arts Festival: something for almost everyoneHighlights from the upcoming Hamilton Arts Festival.18 Feb 07:00 PM
New ZealandRaglan Soundsplash festival ‘a shambles’: Thousands queue for hours without waterFestivalgoers have described long waits to get into the Waikato gig.20 Jan 03:55 AM
EntertainmentRhythm and Alps taught us why security matters mostWanaka was impressed well before the fireworks display signalled midnight.31 Dec 11:43 PM
Entertainment‘We didn’t agree to that’: Artists caught off guard by convicted rapper’s R&V inclusionDizzee Rascal was given a 12-month restraining order for assaulting his ex-partner.29 Dec 06:30 PM
LifestyleKaimoana and Asian-infused flavours - top chefs’ choices this Kiwi summerLargest food and wine festival Indulge coming to Auckland this summer.16 Dec 08:06 PM
