PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHigh-country station famed for Hollywood backdrops shifts from farming to films, tourismThe previous owner is disappointed at its move away from being a working station. 02 Apr 07:09 PM
EntertainmentUS chat show host to co-write new Lord of the Rings movieHe plans to adapt six early 'Fellowship' chapters left out of the films.25 Mar 07:24 PM
EntertainmentInside the weird world of Elijah WoodNow a father of two, Elijah Wood is rethinking when to share Middle-earth.25 Mar 05:00 PM
PremiumBusinessBehind the buzz and controversy of Wētā Workshop’s first major video game29 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandHobbiton Movie Set receives Guinness World Record Peter Jackson's Waikato film set has claimed a big record.19 May 05:00 PM
PoliticsWorld media spotlight NZ film industry amid Trump tariff threat, minister says 'concerning'Paul Goldsmith said he wouldn't call New Zealand rebates a 'threat' to the US.06 May 02:53 AM
Politics'Disastrous’: NZ leaders respond to Trump film threat Trump says movies made outside the US are a 'sort of a threat to our country'.05 May 05:16 AM
New ZealandWellington Airport's iconic giant eagles to fly the nestThe eagles have been a fixture of the airport for 12 years.04 May 10:38 PM
New Zealand'I think they’re pretty cute': Rare Gollum fish a precious findThe large-eyed fish is named after the Lord of the Rings character.14 Apr 11:57 PM
EntertainmentKiwi actor Bruce Hopkins poised to do 69 backflips in ‘Brownie’s Pool' - and it’s all for charity'It’s like being a kid again, you know, it’s just so joyful throwing yourself in the air.'25 Feb 11:17 PM
Entertainment‘Beyond grateful’: Elijah Wood confirms marriage on podcastThe couple reportedly married on New Year’s Eve 2024 in Sweden.07 Feb 07:28 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMemoir reveals Lord of the Rings secrets, and inside Sir Peter Jackson’s mansionA new book reveals the body part belonging to Gandalf, now kept in a fridge.04 Jan 04:00 PM
ReviewsMitchell HagemanWhy Hobbiton's behind-the-scenes tour is a must-do for fans of Middle-earthOPINION: Ever wanted to step into the minds of Sir Peter Jackson and Sir Richard Taylor?17 Dec 10:55 PM
EntertainmentA look at the new Hobbiton Movie Set behind the scenes tourReporter Mitchell Hageman experiences a previously unseen glimpse of the famous Hobbiton Movie Set in Matamata, with a new behind-the-scenes tour now open. Video / Mitchell HagemanWatch17 Dec 10:50 PM
EntertainmentRespected Kiwi stage and screen actor diesThe Lord of the Rings actor 'captivated audiences' across theatre, radio, film and TV.17 Dec 03:18 AM
EntertainmentKiwi actor's hand 'crushed' after horror dune buggy accident‘Thank you to God for watching over me. It could have been a lot worse'.16 Dec 10:13 PM
Entertainment'Nice to be back': Sir Peter Jackson on the future of Lord of the RingsPeter Jackson, Andy Serkis, Miranda Otto return to Middle-earth with new film out today.11 Dec 03:45 AM
EntertainmentRed carpet premiere for The Lord of the Rings: The War of the RohirrimSir Peter Jackson, Brian Cox and Andy Serkis chat about the film and the future of the Lord of the Rings franchise. Video / Mitchell Hageman, Sonna StudiosWatch10 Dec 11:46 PM
New ZealandLord of the Rings actor jailed for sexually abusing Auckland girlHe was also added to the child sex offender register. 22 Nov 04:00 PM
EntertainmentWe go behind the scenes of the LOTR musical and meet the team behind the magicWhy did Paul Hart’s revival in Chicago succeed - and will it do so again in Auckland?12 Nov 04:43 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessEditorial: If not the America's Cup, what's the next big thing?OPINION: New Zealand's flatlining tourist recovery is in need of a shot in the arm.24 Oct 04:00 PM
EntertainmentExclusive: Kiwis get first look at The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power major spoilerKemen and Valandil, played by Kiwi actors Leon Wadham and Alex Tarrant go head to head in this heated exclusive spoiler.Watch11 Sep 07:00 PM
EntertainmentNZ Herald hits the Rings of power red carpetThe Rings of power red carpet heats up for a special preview of season 2.Watch30 Aug 01:27 AM
EntertainmentLord of the Rings: The Rings of Power cast on why NZ is still the heart of the productionEntertainment editor Jenni Mortimer chats to the cast ahead of the season 2 premiere and finds out just how much they miss us. Video / SuppliedWatch28 Aug 09:06 PM
EntertainmentWhat's new to streaming this week?Featuring more of The Lord of the Rings, Sam Neill, and Jeff Goldblum as Zeus.26 Aug 06:15 AM
EntertainmentWatch: A first look at Lord of the Rings' anime adaptationFrom Hollywood cast members to the famous Kiwis involved, here's what we know so far.22 Aug 09:19 PM
ReviewsVarsha AnjaliDance battles, puppetry and singing hobbits? It’s Lord of the Rings, the musicalReview: What can Kiwis expect from A Musical Tale when it hits Auckland?20 Aug 10:17 PM
