New ZealandFaces of R&V: Meeting the locals working Gisborne’s iconic festivalGisborne locals fill roles from security to waste crews and coffee carts.31 Dec 01:10 AM
EntertainmentKiwi band Borderline at Rhythm and VinesYoung NZ band Borderline played a great set during Rhythm and Vines.Watch30 Dec 11:50 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
PremiumEntertainment'We have a date set': Julian Dennison's wedding plans at 23 - and his next big career move19 Dec 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Turn your hearing aids up': Supergran DJ to make Rhythm and Vines debut, and history09 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumNew ZealandHawke’s Bay pop artist Liberty on heartbreak and making a living from music05 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandDon't panic, remember your towel: Sci-fi music festival touching down in Takapau02 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
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
