EntertainmentThree-day Auckland music festival to end in 2026Organisers said the large festival has become difficult to sustain. 15 Dec 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Turn your hearing aids up': Supergran DJ to make Rhythm and Vines debut, and historySuperGrans will run a GranStand chill zone with kai, games and alcohol-free drinks.09 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandUltra Worldwide Music Festival heads to WellingtonPromoters expect about 20,000 people to attend the waterfront event next year.04 Dec 04:36 AM
TravelWhat it's like at Tahiti’s new annual yoga festival“With everything happening in the world, I feel we need the space." 08 Nov 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Hawke’s Bay can be tough’: Play puts spotlight on trans life in regional NZ'Accessing healthcare, finding safe spaces, or being respected are still challenges.'08 Nov 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesFirst Qantas flight from Adelaide in nearly 20 years lands in AucklandThe airline says Kiwi demand for Adelaide flights is surging.31 Oct 02:34 AM
New Zealand'You'll feel our pride rising': Young kapa haka stars ready for national stageSixty-two schools from 17 regions will perform over five days in Tauranga.31 Oct 02:03 AM
New ZealandNelson airline brings back Napier connection, for one weekend onlyHawke's Bay Airport hopes it'll be the first of many charter flights based around events.31 Oct 12:04 AM
TalanoaCulture takes centre stage at Rotorua's day of song, kai and togethernessVisitors can enjoy food, artisan stalls and the Ola Fou wellbeing hub.30 Oct 11:11 PM
EntertainmentSplore festival shares full lineup for summer 2026 returnOrganisers failed to break even in 2024, prompting a fallow year.29 Oct 01:00 AM
Travel newsTravel Alerts: NZ makes 'top travel' list, Halloween celebrations and moreHere's what you should know in travel this week. 25 Oct 06:06 PM
New Zealand‘Divine intervention’: Junior kits untouched in rugby club firePresident Marty Hatu says it's a sign the club's future is bright.22 Oct 07:25 PM
New Zealand'Incredibly proud': Hawke’s Bay Arts Festival organisers pleased with returnHeadline show Cirque Bon Bon added a fourth show after tickets sold out.21 Oct 05:00 PM
New ZealandHistoric train and murder on the express to feature in Art Deco FestivalUp to 3500 people may be aboard for rides as steam train nostalgia returns in February. 21 Oct 05:00 PM
New ZealandHawke's Bay's massive long weekend: Six60 tickets almost gone, A&P show expects 15,000It's one of Hawke's Bay's biggest events weekends of the year, and the buzz has arrived.20 Oct 11:01 PM
WorldToxic haze chokes Indian capitalFireworks for Diwali have worsened the haze despite restrictions on their use.20 Oct 05:32 AM
WorldDon't let the party stop: Berlin's fight against 'club death'The SchwuZ club faces a €50,000 monthly shortfall and has declared bankruptcy.16 Oct 05:00 PM
LifestyleHow to fill your Auckland weekend with culture, music and a little magicIf you’re looking for ways to be entertained, this is the curated list you need.10 Oct 04:00 PM
LifestyleAn insider’s guide to Diwali in New ZealandIf you've felt too shy to ask these questions in real life, this guide is for you.10 Oct 06:01 AM
BusinessFailed music festivals owe $14m: Inside liquidators' battle with artists to claw back moneyThere is a bleak outlook for ticket holders of two cancelled music festivals.07 Oct 02:00 AM
New ZealandChe Fu to headline Hawke's Bay festivalOutfield Music, Food, and Arts Festival announces 2026 line-up. 06 Oct 07:00 PM
New Zealand'Most beautiful venue': Hawke's Bay's Slackbarn festival ups the scale for second yearThe January 10 festival at Black Barn will feature two stages of live acts.01 Oct 09:53 PM
TravelSee Northern Lights and winter wonders in this tiny Alaskan townMost breeze right past this charming town, but it's worth staying a while. 29 Sep 08:39 PM
EntertainmentFlorence and the Machine singer's near-fatal pregnancy scareFlorence Welch had miscarried in 2023 but was unaware her own life was at risk.28 Sep 03:52 AM
New ZealandBlossom Festival draws 22,000 for Hastings paradeAbout 22,000 people filled Hastings’ streets for the 2025 Blossom Parade.21 Sep 10:53 PM
New ZealandThe Hastings Blossom Parade is marking 75 years - this man has been to them allThe 2025 parade on Saturday will feature a giant birthday cake float.17 Sep 09:49 PM