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
WorldDeath under investigation at Burning Man as flooding strands thousandsThe identity of the person or the suspected cause of death is still unknown.03 Sep 10:03 AM
New ZealandHave a laugh at this year’s arts festivalComedy is the crowd favourite at the Hawke’s Bay Arts Festival.29 Aug 01:53 AM
TravelForget Fyre Festival: Iconic desert festival to go ahead on after rain check dodgeThis annual event sees a loyal following party in the desert.24 Aug 04:01 AM
EntertainmentPre-sale tickets to infamous Fyre Festival sell outThe infamous Fyre Festival is back, and tickets to the “disastrous” event are selling out.23 Aug 10:10 PM
New ZealandFar North news in brief: Kapa haka, ferry ramp upgrade and not guilty pleaNews snippets from the Far North.23 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandHarvest Hawke’s Bay: A toast to food and wine 'heroes'The countdown is on to Harvest Hawke’s Bay, New Zealand’s newest food and wine festival.20 Aug 02:16 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFour top chefs share their number-one tip for home cooksThey will exhibit at the Tauranga Food Show, which marks its 10th anniversary next week.18 Aug 04:00 PM
TravelFestival fun and a world-class beach: This week’s need-to-know travel newsThere's a celebration in Queenstown that's not to be missed.13 Aug 01:30 AM
New ZealandFling yourself into spring festivalOrganisers promise this year the festival will be bigger and better than ever.08 Aug 12:09 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand12 Questions: Tauranga Arts Festival’s Shane BosherHe wants this festival to be accessible to everyone, "irrespective of their bank balance".05 Aug 05:49 PM
New ZealandArt Deco: ‘The busiest town’s been in a long time’Winter Art Deco brought a thrill to the chill. The weather: They were over it.23 Jul 04:44 AM
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
