New ZealandBad news for festival-goers: Gisborne beaches closed, thousands expected for RnVHolidaymakers have been warned to steer clear of the water after heavy rainfall.27 Dec 09:33 PM
EntertainmentEverything you need to know for Rhythm and Vines: Parking, paying and where not to swim20,000 festival-goers are set to descend on Gisborne to ring in the New Year.26 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandBoP summer music festival guide: Kiwi band reveals 'ridiculous' ritualThe hottest music festivals in Taupō, Tauranga, Mount Maunganui and Coromandel.26 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandArt exhibition, winery party and R&V on in Tairāwhiti this weekendWhat is on in Tairāwhiti this weekend and beyond?25 Dec 10:07 PM
Entertainment‘Absolutely gutted’: Juicy Fest cancelled amid licensing woes'Juicy Fest has faced tough opposition from authorities and NZ Police'.20 Dec 02:46 AM
Entertainment‘Heartbroken’: Laneway Festival confirms under-18 tickets revoked after sale'This was my sister’s birthday gift and she is now heartbroken. Shame on you guys.'19 Dec 11:10 PM
New ZealandInside Rhythm and Vines' preparations for biggest festival crowd in yearsGisborne District Council granted consent for camp capacity to expand from 15000 to 20000.17 Dec 11:00 PM
Entertainment'I don’t care if you don’t like my music': Darude on Sandstorm's enduring legacyThe EDM icon will celebrate 25 years of Sandstorm at Synthony in the Domain next March.14 Dec 10:00 PM
New Zealand'This is how we do it': Latest 90s hitmakers added to Juicy Fest line upJuicy Fest is a one-day festival, scheduled for four NZ shows.13 Dec 01:13 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessCompany behind Auckland music festival Eden Fest in liquidationEvent organisers of Eden Fest weren't able to sell enough tickets to meet their costs.10 Dec 03:08 AM
New ZealandConcerts: Aussie tribute group signed for February Sound Shell gigThe city council joins local promoter Hamish Pinkham in a Soundshell promotion.04 Dec 02:59 AM
EntertainmentFrom brawls to brats: Coachella 2025 headliners and their NZ concertsGaga, Green Day and Travis all gave Kiwi audiences a taste of their performance skills.02 Dec 05:16 AM
EntertainmentMusic legend could headline next Glastonbury festivalTeams are working to get the singer 'signed, sealed and delivered' to the Pyramid Stage.30 Nov 04:04 AM
EntertainmentBeatles ‘64 | Official TrailerProduced by Martin Scorsese and offering an insight into Beatlemania, David Tedeschi's new documentary is streaming on Disney+ from November 29. Video / Disney+Watch28 Nov 02:12 AM
EntertainmentBlindspott to headline Auckland rock music festivalThe eight-band bill includes five Kiwi rock units.26 Nov 07:00 PM
New ZealandSweet science heading to Womad AotearoaWomad 2025 is to feature award-winning chocolatiers, bug scientists and mushroom experts.26 Nov 06:35 PM
New ZealandHamish Pinkham’s tips for festival success: The music, the venue and the vibesBlack Barn will be a 'natural home' for the event, with a 'pulsing bassline' thrown in. 26 Nov 05:00 PM
EntertainmentMan woken from coma by Coldplay music joins band on stage in AucklandA man who was in a coma claims he was woken by listening to Coldplay music. Whilst attending Auckland's show he was brought on stage.Watch15 Nov 06:13 PM
EntertainmentThe Vengabus is coming: Vengaboys to play in NZ this summerThe Eurodance hitmakers will be joined by special guests.01 Nov 03:23 AM
EntertainmentRhythm and Alps: Award-winning Aussie group join line-upMore international acts and local talent announced for Wānaka festival.22 Oct 04:00 AM
New ZealandR&V tragedy: Uni student's 2020 death 'tragic illustration’ of drug use dangersFletcher Wong was anxious and paranoid but his self-inflicted death wasn't intentional.21 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandFilling the Nest Fest void: Black Seeds to headline new Hawke's Bay music festivalSlackbarn festival will bring international acts to Havelock North.20 Oct 08:00 PM
EntertainmentStranger Things star surprise addition to Laneway line-upFestival teased a mystery guest less than a week after confirming Charli XCX as headliner.14 Oct 06:27 AM
EntertainmentInside the cancellation of Bay Dreams 2025: ‘We took action before it was too late’It was a “bittersweet” announcement forced by changing festival conditions, promotors say.13 Oct 11:08 PM
Entertainment'So unprofessional': Angry Auckland festivalgoers demand refunds after organiser flopRefund requests surge at Eden Fest after headliners withdraw and complaints mount.12 Oct 02:00 AM
EntertainmentRapper no longer performing at Auckland festival amid rape chargesThe rapper has to remain in West Australia.11 Oct 02:58 AM
EntertainmentWhy is the Sky Tower green?Special illumination may signal the start of a ‘Brat Summer’ in New Zealand.10 Oct 07:23 AM
KahuStan Walker’s ‘priceless’ taonga missing after festival - have you seen it?Rings, necklaces, whale bones, and greenstones were among the missing taonga.09 Oct 06:45 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionTyson BeckettOpinion: No matter who's on the Laneway line-up, the festival has nailed one detailOPINION: In an age of algorithmic pricing, Laneway Festival has made a savvy announcement.08 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandFind out what's on in the Bay of PlentyFrom Tauranga to Rotorua, discover upcoming events in the Bay of Plenty region.01 Oct 11:01 PM
New ZealandFind out what's on in the Bay of PlentyFrom Tauranga to Rotorua, discover upcoming events in the Bay of Plenty region.25 Sep 04:55 PM
New ZealandWomad Aotearoa 2025: First artists announcedThe first artists to perform at next year's Womad include Queen Omega and Nitin Sawhney.24 Sep 08:00 PM
EntertainmentDavid Dallas on the importance of small music venuesDavid Dallas speaks about why we need to highlight small venues to save live music. Video / Carson Bluck, Lana AndelaneWatch24 Sep 03:00 AM
New ZealandTauranga Smoke: 'A passionate rock lovers dream come true'A rock music festival is making its first appearance in the Bay this November.17 Sep 02:33 AM
