PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Perfect storm': Warning for concertgoers as street festival cannedThe confidence to buy tickets early has disappeared in NZ, event promoter says.25 Nov 10:58 PM
EntertainmentReggae legend Jimmy Cliff dies at 81Born James Chambers, he was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2010.24 Nov 05:30 PM
Entertainment‘Rest in peace Mani’: Tributes pour in for Stone Roses bassistThe Manchester-born musician was found after collapsing at his Stockport home.21 Nov 04:58 AM
Entertainment'Bold and high-energy': Top Kiwi acts added to Synthony's biggest show yet17 Nov 10:00 PM
EntertainmentWho’s playing where this summer? Your guide to 2025’s biggest gigs across Aotearoa27 Oct 01:00 AM
PremiumSmall BusinessBringing the buzz: Kiwi honey-based energy drink eyes overseas expansion after early growth20 Oct 01:00 AM
EntertainmentHow Auckland’s oldest park is reclaiming its place as the city’s top venue16 Oct 01:00 AM
New ZealandBack to the hits: Th’ Dudes, Mockers and Stellar* ready to rock Havelock NorthThe January 16 gig brings classic Kiwi hits spanning three decades.13 Oct 10:56 PM
BusinessFailed music festivals owe $14m: Inside liquidators' battle with artists to claw back moneyThere is a bleak outlook for ticket holders of two cancelled music festivals.07 Oct 02:00 AM
New ZealandChe Fu to headline Hawke's Bay festivalOutfield Music, Food, and Arts Festival announces 2026 line-up. 06 Oct 07:00 PM
New Zealand'Most beautiful venue': Hawke's Bay's Slackbarn festival ups the scale for second yearThe January 10 festival at Black Barn will feature two stages of live acts.01 Oct 09:53 PM
Travel newsTravel Alerts: Live music, fresh flavours, and luxury resorts to brighten your OctoberFrom country music to NZ's freshest produce, this spring promises a bright array of events27 Sep 05:09 PM
LifestyleWhat to do in Auckland this weekend: School holiday shows, concerts and family funLego fans, theatre buffs and little explorers will all find something to enjoy this break.26 Sep 05:00 PM
WorldLaneway artist's career unravels as he is linked to dead teenPolice executed a search warrant at a Hollywood Hills home linked to D4vd.24 Sep 01:44 AM
EntertainmentMachine Gun Kelly to play Auckland in next yearMGK, whose real name is Colson Baker, will play one Auckland show at Spark Arena.22 Sep 04:28 AM
EntertainmentLaneway 2026: Organisers announce Chappell Roan as headline actThe R18 festival's 2026 lineup is h-o-t-t-o-g-o!17 Sep 10:23 PM
EntertainmentLaneway Festival 2026 date shift puts Auckland show on non public holiday dayThe festival will be 18+ once again and stays in Western Springs. 16 Sep 01:07 AM
EntertainmentWomad music festival cancelledThe festival is taking a 'purposeful rest' for 2026.10 Sep 12:59 AM
New ZealandLeading entertainment figure named for sex crimes against babysitterThe Supreme Court has dismissed music promoter Pato Alvarez’s appeal. 09 Sep 05:26 AM
Entertainment'Historic booking': Split Enz to reform, Dom Dolla to headline Electric Avenue 2026The festival will host a record 45,000 people daily on an expanded site.02 Sep 09:10 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Are our summer events dying out?OPINION: Several festivals have cancelled or will cancel, but organisers intend to return.02 Sep 05:00 PM
EntertainmentHomegrown music festival releases first line-up for 2026Over 30 acts are on the first line-up, with more to be announced in October.01 Sep 07:30 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Gut-wrenching': Gisborne music festival ending due to economic strainRising costs have made the festival economically unviable.29 Aug 05:00 PM
WorldNotting Hill Carnival chaos: Tube brawl breaks out amid record arrestsA reveller threw a drink at other people, sparking the fight at Baker Street station.27 Aug 05:34 AM
EntertainmentRhythm and Vines locks in Grammy-winning rapper and film star as headliner for NYE festivalOther acts in the first line-up include Lance Savali and comedy musician Marc Rebillet.26 Aug 05:30 AM
Christchurch'Sincerely apologise': Music festival attendees caught up in privacy breachRolling Meadows said the error was caused by a fault of ticketing company, Flicket. 26 Aug 01:04 AM
TalanoaKiwi singer stopped in Hawaii after being recognised by customs officerA customs officer spotted the young star and asked for a photo.23 Aug 07:37 AM
New ZealandUK hitmakers Rudimental to headline expanded NYE festivalFamous Last Words returns to Bay Park Mount Maunganui on December 31, 2025. 19 Aug 09:40 PM
New ZealandThe morbid surprise for US singer at Auckland gig from one of his fansThe American singer and influencer was handed a fan's mother's ashes at an Auckland gig.19 Aug 05:32 AM
EntertainmentNorthern Bass festival reveals 2025 lineup with Aitch, Dizzee RascalCapacity is reduced to 6000, and tickets are expected to sell out quickly.14 Aug 05:30 AM
