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Auckland library lockdown: Man with knife near babies at Wriggle and Rhyme session
The 'terrifying' incident occurred at a public library.
'Vital role': Napier Library saved; plan to demolish aquarium hits snag
Napier Library will remain open following community pushback at a shock plan to close it.
Watch: 'Fuelled by hatred' - Teenager concussed after violent Destiny Church Rainbow protest
A 16-year-old girl attending a sports event was assaulted during the vicious melee.
Luxon says Destiny protest went ‘too far’ as Brian Tamaki confirms he gave orders
Topp Twins issue rallying cry to rainbow community: 'We will not be intimidated.'
Auckland Art Gallery closes due to ‘unexpected building issues’, safety concerns
A leaking pipe on the second floor of the gallery has forced its closure.
Far North news in brief: Highway sealing, gun seized and reading ambassador wanted
News snippets from the Far North.
‘Cause injury to the public good’: Auckland’s 29 restricted library books you may need an ID to borrow
Bret Easton Ellis and Linda Lovelace are some of the authors subject to restrictions.
Surprise, surprise, the library books Kiwis borrowed the most this year were by Lee Child
Kiwis are devoted to the Jack Reacher author, and it shows in our borrowing behavior.
Historic railway station building bounces back from arson attack
The station has been renovated and will be turned into a museum soon.
Art project left at door of Napier museum causes bomb scare
The colourful creation, made of fabric, was found sitting outside the museum’s entrance.
Police cordons erected around Napier Museum after discovery of strange bird-like ‘package’
By about 2pm, police determined the package posed no threat.
'Sad but thrilled': Ailing butterfly collector gives away life’s work
68-year-old John McArthur vividly recalls the first time he saw a butterfly.
New director aims for 45,000 visitors, 90% community satisfaction at Tairāwhiti Museum
Tairāwhiti Museum director Tapunga Nepe highlights priorities for community engagement.
Retired Hamilton guide dog and 'reading buddy' wins title of NZ's 'Top Dog with a Job'
Greta’s calm presence and persona have been key in helping autistic children learn.
Catch a last-minute film at the NZIFF, then top it off with these Auckland events
If you have the joy of some free time this weekend, we’ve got a list of ways to fill it.
Te Papa to start charging international visitors $35 as energy costs soar
The national museum will remain free for Kiwis.
Historic Huntly railway station bounces back from arson attack
The building will house the Huntly Museum soon.
Museum gearing up to celebrate half a century
Thames Museum Te Whare Taonga o te Kauaeranga is gearing up to blow out 50 candles.
A fictional version of Ashhurst stars in Palmy author's books
A fictional town near Palmerston North is the location of a cosy mystery series.
Monet was born here, so why do so many tourists snub this French city?
It's only the birthplace of one of the world's most famous artists and artistic movements.
Rotorua Museum restoration secures extra funding, construction set to start
A project years in the making, the museum is set to be humming with activity very soon.
The numbers: How many people visit Whanganui's libraries
The library has been without a main carpark for over four years.
Do you recognise anyone in this Levin photo?
If you do, a group of volunteers at Te Takeretanga o Kura-hau-pō want to hear from you.
Frank Film Episode Six: Tūranga: What a 21st century library can be
In 2014 Cantabrians submitted their ideas for a new public library in the centre of Christchurch. Ten years later, Tūranga shows what a contemporary library can be.
Returning city land to mana whenua marks ‘exciting new relationship’
Returning land in central Tauranga to mana whenua has resolved a long-standing grievance.
Councillors cautious about Sarjeant entry fee
Whanganui Deputy Mayor Helen Craig says 'making policy on the fly' is not a good idea.
Tram museum medal recipient praises colleagues
Henry Brittain is a key person at the Wellington Tramway Museum.