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Teens faint, 'beg driver' to pull over after air-con fails on bus home from festival
The bus had to pull over mid-journey amid concerns it wasn’t safe to continue.
In pictures: Hawke’s Bay’s big weekend, from scooters to wine and bull-riding
Revellers enjoyed a wine festival, scooter nationals, a cycle race and even a rodeo.
Travel News: Intercontinental Auckland is set to open
Plus a must-see exhibition of taonga Māori in Wellington.
Nine things to do with your family this summer
Looking for family-friendly activities while school's out? We've listed some for you.
Pass the hat: World Buskers Festival acts on the etiquette of tipping street performers
The world's best street performers are in Christchurch for the next 10 days.
The Black Seeds bloom at avocado fest
'Happy vibes all around' at the Katikati Avocado Food and Wine Festival.
Foodies say 'cheese' as NZ festival heads north
It's a unique opportunity to relish in NZ's tastiest artisanal cheese scene.
Auckland Juicy Fest: Police assaulted, 12 arrests after ‘several disorder events’
It comes after claims Mongrel Mob spoiled Wellington event.
Becky Hill talks Afterglow, shoeys and Lime biking around Auckland
The drum and bass singer shares some food for thought and her love for Aotearoa.
Police officer hit with bottle, six arrests amid suspected gang presence at festival
Anofficer was hit by a bottle outside the hip-hop festival Juicy Fest in Wellington.
Rain-soaked music festival: ‘Learnings’ for next time - organiser
Northern Bass organiser says the event will be back at the end of the year.
Top Kiwi orchestra stuns Rhythm and Alps punters
REVIEW: It's not a festival until someone brings out a surprise performer.
Two essential items you must take to Rhythm and Vines
Before you miss your fave artist and get stuck in the vines, read this.
Hilarious item banned at Rhythm and Alps festival
Before you miss your fave artist and get stuck in the valley of tents, read this.
2024 New Year Honours list, daily Covid cases increase and New Year celebration warning | Focus Morning Bulletin, December 30, 2023
The 2024 New Year Honours list has been announced, the average daily Covid case numbers have increased by 3.5% and warnings are issued over the use of fireworks for New Year celebrations. Video / Newstalk ZB / NZ Herald
What your favourite Kiwi NY festival says about you
Are you 21 and just discovered Dave Dobbyn or more of a Caitlin Crisp dress at Highlife?
Ultimate summer gig guide: Sir Dave Dobbyn, Kaylee Bell and all the festivals in between
So, you're a music lover who wants to make the most of your summer. We've got you.
Everything you need to know about drug testing at festivals this summer
Know Your Stuff is testing drugs all over the country: here's what they want you to know.
Bad tabs and no sleep: Why experts are urging Kiwis to get their drugs tested this summer
A substance found in some tabs has caused deaths overseas.
What Summer festivals are happening in the Waikato in 2024?
The region will be abuzz with lots of music festivals.
'There were just happy faces everywhere' - jolly and bright festivities over the weekend
The Whangārei Christmas Parade and Santa Run bought smiles to the faces of many.
Summer in the 09: The best things to do in Auckland these holidays
Sticking around in the city? Enjoy tennis, penguins, music, family frolics, and more.
New Zealand Fringe Festival returns with huge lineup
The iconic festival is back for its 34th year, with more than 800 artists and 160 events.
Bread, circus and a 1000m blow-up tent: Christchurch Buskers Festival returns
The city has blown out the big top with new venues and a 1000m2 inflatable hall.
Wellbeing festival to see in New Year
A huge festival will be held in Tahawai to bring in the New Year.
'Queues around the block': The extraordinary history of Rhythm and Vines
Co-founder Hamish Pinkham is celebrating 21 years of RnV by reflecting on its beginnings.
Thousands turn out to celebrate all things Pasifika at the weekend
The Far North Pasifika Festival celebrates its second year.
'Tastetival is just weird': Rebrand for Marton Festival gets axed by council
The name change didn't go down well with locals.
What’s with the Hastings sheep? Artworks explained in new guide
How do you build a giant steel cherry blossom? And what’s with those sheep?
'Carnivore's paradise': Meatstock returns to mystery Creek
Music, meat and medieval combat combine at Mystery Creek's Meatstock
Mission Concert performance of a lifetime for Port Ahuriri kapa haka group
Anthony Stretch and his talented tamariki blew the crowd of 25,000 away.
Artists from NZ, Japan add splash of colour to the city
Boon Street artists have created seven new murals.
