New ZealandMajor music act pulls out of two upcoming Kiwi festivalsA Norwegian electronic music duo will be a no-show at Splore and Electric Avenue.07 Jan 06:00 AM
New ZealandVideo shows moments before Ferris wheel fall at popular Christchurch music festivalVideo footage captures the moments leading up to festivalgoers falling from a Ferris wheel at a popular music festival in Christchurch. Video / SuppliedWatch07 Jan 04:00 AM
New ZealandBig year ahead: Waikato’s event calendar already packedOn January 24, five events are already scheduled across the region.06 Jan 06:00 PM
New ZealandFamily tribute after death of young DJ who taught Rhythm and Vines' DJ SuperGran05 Jan 11:00 PM
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New Zealand Festival bus no-show leaves Rhythm and Vines fans trekking home in storm – some to be refunded01 Jan 06:06 AM
New ZealandTwo seriously injured after Ferris wheel fall at Christchurch music festival01 Jan 04:04 AM
New Zealand'What else could you wish for?' 81-year-old DJ SuperGran pleased with R&V showing31 Dec 11:29 PM
Entertainment‘We felt like caged animals’: Popular festival offers refund after queues, buses and toilet chaosOne attendee described her day out as the 'worst experience ever'.30 Dec 03:15 AM
EntertainmentSummer festival horror stories: Mud, lost keys and a tent infernoFrom Portaloo pitfalls to fiery infernos, these festivals really packed a punch. 27 Dec 06:00 AM
EntertainmentMcFadyen on a mission to break the spell of digital devicesThe DJ is launching a 'Flight Mode' project to help young people cope with digital life.27 Dec 02:24 AM
PremiumPremiumEntertainment'We have a date set': Julian Dennison's wedding plans at 23 - and his next big career moveThe 23-year-old actor got engaged earlier this year.19 Dec 06:00 PM
EntertainmentThree-day Auckland music festival to end in 2026Organisers said the large festival has become difficult to sustain. 15 Dec 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Turn your hearing aids up': Supergran DJ to make Rhythm and Vines debut, and historySuperGrans will run a GranStand chill zone with kai, games and alcohol-free drinks.09 Dec 04:00 PM
EntertainmentSynthony performs on the forecourt of Sydney Opera HouseThe musical event brought electronic dance anthems to life with the backing of Metropolitan Orchestra conducted by Sarah-Grace Williams. Video / SuppliedWatch05 Dec 07:45 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHawke’s Bay pop artist Liberty on heartbreak and making a living from music'I absolutely love Hawke’s Bay because everyone is so keen to help.'05 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandDon't panic, remember your towel: Sci-fi music festival touching down in TakapauThe CHB Sanctuary Sounds festival theme is retro-futuristic world of vintage sci-fi.02 Dec 05:00 PM
EntertainmentKiwi fans bump into Lewis Capaldi while going for swim on Auckland waterfrontKatie and Kristi met the Scottish singer while heading for a swim at Karanga Plaza.02 Dec 03:25 AM
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
EntertainmentWhitianga Summer Concert cancelled as Iggy Pop tour adds Auckland dateThe new Auckland show at Spark Arena is set for January 29.19 Nov 03:59 AM
Entertainment'Bold and high-energy': Top Kiwi acts added to Synthony's biggest show yetSynthony drew over 40,000 fans to the Domain in March for an orchestral dance show. 17 Nov 10:00 PM
EntertainmentSplore festival shares full lineup for summer 2026 returnOrganisers failed to break even in 2024, prompting a fallow year.29 Oct 01:00 AM
EntertainmentWho’s playing where this summer? Your guide to 2025’s biggest gigs across AotearoaGrammy winners, pop icons and rock legends all set for New Zealand shows.27 Oct 01:00 AM
New ZealandSix60 launch new summer festival in MatakanaThe line-up features artists including Yelawolf, Tash Sultana and Tami Neilson.20 Oct 07:00 PM
Travel newsFive journeys tempting Kiwis to start planning their next big getawayDon’t miss these top travel deals for flights, resorts, and tours across the globe. 20 Oct 04:25 PM
PremiumPremiumSmall BusinessBringing the buzz: Kiwi honey-based energy drink eyes overseas expansion after early growthIt took just seven months for Alex McDonald to take Mānuka Phuel from idea to can.20 Oct 01:00 AM
EntertainmentHow Auckland’s oldest park is reclaiming its place as the city’s top venueThe Domain will host four major events over two months early next year.16 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
