EntertainmentCountdown to Astroworld catastropheA clearer timeline of the tragedy is emerging from those in the crowd.12 Nov 07:50 AM
EntertainmentHere is why crowd surges can kill peopleExperts say they see common traits within the tragedies. Here's a look at how they happen.07 Nov 01:56 AM
New ZealandSummer blues: Rhythm & Vines music festival in doubt?Tens of thousands of Kiwis may miss out on festival if Gisborne doesn't hit vax target.05 Nov 05:40 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Walking with the rhythm of MauaoExperience the rhythm of Mauao - Mount Maunganui - through a soundscape app.31 Oct 08:16 PM
Small BusinessSmall Business: Indian classical dance business contributes to Diwali festivalFuture of Indian classical dance in Aotearoa and in keeping the culture alive.31 Oct 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Zombie zone': Auckland's level 3 Halloween in picturesA pandemic can't stop Halloween in New Zealand.31 Oct 05:22 AM
New ZealandRhythm and Alps festival-goers must be vaccinatedOrganisers are urging festival-goers to get vaccinated now, not in December.07 Oct 08:51 PM
New ZealandStadiums and other events to reopen to unlimited fans under level 2 rule changePrime Minister Jacinda Ardern's office has confirmed the change to Hawke's Bay Today.05 Oct 10:54 PM
New ZealandVaccine certificates welcomed; expert says Govt should mandate worker jabsThe PM says the surest way to get to festivals this summer is to get the vaccine.05 Oct 07:09 PM
PremiumPremiumBusiness'It's dire:' Events sector in limbo, supports vaccine passportsThe events sector says lockdowns cost the economy billions of dollars in lost revenue.05 Oct 04:52 AM
EntertainmentBillie Eilish becomes youngest solo headliner at GlastonburyFestival organisers confirmed that the American singer will perform on June 24, 2022.04 Oct 07:12 PM
New ZealandWellington on a Plate wraps up 'down but not out' after unusual festival yearTwenty per cent of online traffic has come from Aucklanders, festival director says.03 Oct 08:00 PM
New Zealand'Just doing our little bit': Indie festival wants to require proof of vaccination for entry'We see it as an extension of our health and safety policies.'28 Sep 12:46 AM
TravelWomad is back for 2022: Here's what to expectWomad is back. March 2022 will see an all-star, homegrown line-up.25 Sep 06:00 PM
New ZealandAuckland's Year of the Tiger Chinese New Year event cancelledThe festival has been held annually in Auckland for more than 20 years.23 Sep 02:27 AM
EntertainmentCovid cameo: Siouxsie Wiles set to star at music festivalThe iconic celebration of music, art and dance returns to Taranaki next year.21 Sep 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumKahuAlien Weaponry's second album drops at midnightWaipū band drop album tonight ahead of jetting off to perform internationally.16 Sep 05:00 PM
EntertainmentFirst vaxx, then haka: Te Matatini prepares for festival like no otherThe national kapa haka festival has all contingencies covered for 2022.10 Sep 03:11 AM
EntertainmentFestival organiser unsure about mandatory Covid-19 scanning rulesObligatory sign-ins will be introduced for busy places and large gatherings.23 Aug 08:12 PM
OpinionAlexander Gillespie: Permanent drug checks positive step towards 'NZ's war on drugs'Between 2017 and 2019, more than 70 deaths were attributed to synthetic cannabis in NZ.13 Aug 12:03 AM
New ZealandWanted: Top local Indian performers and food producers for Auckland Diwali Festival 2021Auckland Diwali will be back as a two-day event at Aotea Square and Queen St in October.20 Jul 04:22 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Winter wine-tasting among the Winter Wonder Fest treats for the sensesPlenty of variety in Winter Wonder Fest programme. Made with funding from NZ On Air.16 Jul 01:30 AM
New Zealand'Safety first': Queenstown Mardi Gras cancelled due to severe rainThe site damage from days of continuous rain was deemed "too severe" to be safely managed.26 Jun 03:31 AM
EntertainmentMetal fans mosh at the three-day UK Download FestivalThousands of heavy metal fans enjoy Britain's first full music festival.19 Jun 10:57 PM
New ZealandChopped: Kiwi Beer Fest axed due to 'untenable' police and DHB conditionsThere haven't been any arrests or treatment for alcohol harm during the event's two years.15 Jun 02:48 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Feilding jazzed up for holiday weekendManawatū Jazz Festival's generous programme. Made with funding from NZ On Air.27 May 09:00 PM
New ZealandChristchurch is the place to be this winterA lighting festival and Matariki fireworks show are just some of the events planned.27 May 05:00 PM
KahuAronui Indigenous Arts Festival gets $100,000 funding boostThe local festival is one of four across the country to receive funding.14 May 05:00 PM
WorldFestival of tragedy: Families rushed to identify their dead relativesPolice launching probe into possible criminal misconduct by officers as anger, blame grow.30 Apr 08:18 PM
KahuChristchurch to be lit up for MatarikiZones within the central city and New Brighton will be lit up from June 25.28 Apr 01:55 AM
KahuPolyfest back with strong diversity showingMāori and Pasifika youth festival back after Covid and Christchurch terror disruptions.14 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandFestival drug testing law to be made permanent - Andrew LittleInterim legislation was passed urgently late last year, now a permanent law is imminent.09 Apr 01:15 AM
Entertainment'A complete pivot': Newtown Festival returns this weekendOne of Wellington's biggest and most diverse street festivals is set to welcome thousands.08 Apr 08:11 PM
New ZealandMan in court over Peachy Keen alleged assaultsThe man appeared in the Wellington District Court this morning.07 Apr 10:32 PM
