New ZealandFan’s nose fractured after Stan Walker’s drummer throws drumsticks into crowdThe drummer has apologised after the Homegrown incident.23 Mar 10:49 PM
LifestyleThings to do in Auckland this weekend: Ecofest, Everybody Eats and Auckland Arts FestivalPlus get globally inspired at the World of Cultures Festival and the Auckland Travel Show.21 Mar 05:30 PM
New ZealandHundreds turn out for festival despite strong winds grounding balloonsThe Balloons over Waikato Festival kicked off today.18 Mar 04:00 AM
New Zealand‘We all had a ball’: Close to 5000 people taste the best meatballs in HastingsAround 4500 to 5000 people attended the inaugural Hastings event.17 Mar 08:25 PM
KahuWhy mau rākau workshops captivated Womad festival attendeesMau rākau helps youth manage emotions and connect with their cultural identity.16 Mar 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestylePunk rock and ADHD: Rachael King’s new children’s book is personal and musicalThe Christchurch author has a new book - and a new song (sort of).14 Mar 07:00 PM
New ZealandLove at first meatball: 'There was chemistry across the bakery''As we were both quite young some of the conversations were a bit raunchy.'13 Mar 05:09 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson’s Love this City: Strawberry fair, transport fares and Phil Goff’s futureOPINION: There are zero rumours that Goff would run again for mayor. But imagine it...07 Mar 04:00 PM
LifestyleYour ultimate guide to Auckland’s must-see events this weekendThere are plenty of activities to keep you and the family/whānau busy.07 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandFritter Fest celebrates a decade of smooth tunes and tasty eatsThe festival is celebrating a decade of showcasing the best of our culinary talent.06 Mar 01:00 AM
New Zealand‘Inappropriate’ symbol: Swastika pendant removed at festivalOrganisers said it went against the festival's kaupapa of inclusivity.03 Mar 06:00 PM
EntertainmentThe ultimate guide to NZ’s top gigs and festivals this autumnSummer may be leaving us behind, but New Zealand's music scene is still heating up.02 Mar 08:45 PM
TravelIt’s not all about St Paddy’s Day: 12 crazy-cool festivals in Ireland for 2025Crown a goat as king - there's nothing ordinary about these extraordinary events.28 Feb 11:00 PM
New ZealandFrom Hawaii to Aotearoa: A legacy of passion and performanceTama Ali’i Halvorsen has made his seventh pilgrimage from Hawaii to NZ for Te Matatini.28 Feb 03:24 AM
Kahu‘Remembering and honouring’: Kapa haka pays tribute to Māori BattalionTe Taumata o Apanui featured stars like Rob Ruha and Ria Hall.27 Feb 04:22 PM
KahuTe Matatini’s Haka Translate offers real-time multilingual insightsHaka Translate offers six live translations on the Matatini app.27 Feb 02:18 AM
Kahu‘A huge moment’: Te Matatini’s cultural impact on TaranakiMore than 70,000 visitors are expected in New Plymouth during Te Matatini.26 Feb 04:58 PM
KahuWhy Te Matatini 2025 is drawing record crowdsAll tickets for the 2025 Te Matatini finals day are sold out.26 Feb 05:37 AM
KahuWhy Te Matatini’s global potential excites the Finance MinisterŌpotiki Mai Tawhiti's performance honoured past members, including Ricky Mitai.25 Feb 05:38 PM
Travel news‘I’d be crazy not to do it‘: Fyre Festival 2025 announced by convicted founderThe infamous festival 'returns' - but are people really buying tickets?25 Feb 02:30 AM
New ZealandFar North to host first Northland Fired Up Barbecue FestivalThe latest Far North food fest is a celebration of all things meat.24 Feb 05:00 PM
Entertainment‘Anyone else feel scammed?’: Juicy Fest refund delays spark frustrationPeople are also still waiting for news on the fate of the Timeless Summer Tour.20 Feb 07:03 PM
New ZealandHamilton Arts Festival ready to make some noise in townOver 800 artists – including local reggae band Katchafire – will come to Hamilton.19 Feb 07:00 PM
Entertainment‘Sad news’: Festival headliner pulls plug days before eventTones and I was supposed to headline alongside Empire of the Sun and The Kooks.12 Feb 04:24 AM
New ZealandChildren reportedly left distraught by public sex at cult Kiwi festivalThe festival, held in Hunterville, had about 2400 participants this year.11 Feb 12:28 AM
New Zealand‘Surprise and delight’: Te Awanga Wine Festival captivates crowdTwelve music acts and five masterclasses featured at the festival.10 Feb 12:22 AM
LifestyleMust-see events in Auckland this weekend, from art to festivalsAotea Square is going to be loud this weekend.07 Feb 05:00 PM
EntertainmentInside the decision to ban under-18s from LanewayDuncan Greive looks into how a variety of agencies kept under-18s from Laneway 2025.05 Feb 12:00 AM
EntertainmentLaneway 2025: Can I leave and come back? What can I bring? All you need to knowAll your festival questions answered.04 Feb 04:00 PM
LifestyleMust-see Auckland events this weekend from festivals to free showsThere couldn’t be a more broad range of celebrations taking place across the city.31 Jan 04:00 PM
LifestyleThe ultimate guide to Auckland’s Anniversary Weekend eventsIt isn't so bad to be back in the big smoke.24 Jan 05:00 PM
New Zealand'I was dressed up, he was dressed up': Festival friendship spans 15 yearsThe reggae fans have attended every One Love festival together – until this year.23 Jan 10:55 PM
EntertainmentAre you protected if that expensive concert is cancelled?Many concerts and festivals around the country have been cancelled or changed recently.12 Jan 02:34 AM
ReviewsKatie OliverRhythm and Alps: South Island celebrates with Dave Dobbyn, ShapeshifterReview: The three-day festival in Wānaka has wrapped for another year. 01 Jan 08:41 PM
