EntertainmentAgeing rockers, the Queen of Christmas and a dead guitarist: Who MPs want to see at Eden ParkNZ politicians pick the acts they’d love to see on stage as concert push grows.26 Nov 09:10 PM
New Zealand‘His laugh was infectious’: Community celebrates life of Monty KnightWayne Brown suggested renaming the hall the ‘Monty Knight Memorial Hall’.26 Nov 05:00 AM
PremiumAuckland'Need to get people to Eden Park’: Boss warns stadium would be 'extinct' if no new eventsThe park made $4.2m this year but forecasts just $145k profit next year.26 Nov 03:04 AM
Entertainment'They found a hole in my heart': Childish Gambino suffered stroke before cancelling NZ show23 Nov 11:03 PM
EntertainmentWilliam Dart review: Giordano Bellincampi leads triumphant Mahler finale for Auckland Philharmonia23 Nov 06:38 PM
ReviewsVarsha AnjaliTool apologise for Covid, reward NZ fans with songs they haven't played in decades22 Nov 10:35 PM
LifestyleAli Campbell returns to Northland for Waitangi weekend UB40 showThe UK singer vividly recalls reading the Treaty of Waitangi during a Northland visit.22 Nov 05:00 AM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentAn era of reclamation: How Wicked helped Ariana Grande find joy againNew York Times: Inside Ariana Grande’s transformation for Wicked: For Good.22 Nov 03:00 AM
WorldFugees rapper Pras Michél sentenced to 14 years for foreign agent schemeMichél was found guilty of funnelling $3.5m into Barack Obama’s 2012 campaign.22 Nov 02:36 AM
Entertainment'It means the world to me': Ex-One Direction minder on Louis Tomlinson's $9k donationPreston Mahon once protected stars including Simon Cowell and Leona Lewis.22 Nov 01:06 AM
WellingtonAn ode to one of the greats: Fat Freddy’s Drop exhibition opens in WellingtonIt marks 20 years since the band’s chart-topping debut album.21 Nov 05:13 PM
LifestyleFestive spirit everywhere: Art, music and Santa take over the cityFree concerts, new exhibitions and festive fun fill Tāmaki Makaurau’s calendar.21 Nov 04:00 PM
Entertainment‘Feminist allies’: Metallica donates $20k to Auckland Women’s CentreMaia Hall first thought the heavy metal band’s donation offer was an online scam.20 Nov 04:07 AM
EntertainmentDick Move, Earth Tongue and Foley among 20 to get new NZOA gig fundingThis $500,000 pilot fund is designed to help local artists take their music on the road.19 Nov 08:00 PM
ReviewsLane Nichols'Obey your master' - Metallica rock Eden Park with powerhouse concertThe US thrash metal band blasted a 55,000-strong audience with an epic 2.5 hour show. 19 Nov 07:20 PM
Christchurch'What a gorgeous evening': Cliff Richard and Priscilla Presley catch up in NZThe pair caught up over drinks in Christchurch while on separate tours.19 Nov 06:00 AM
New ZealandMetallica fans take Eden ParkThe Herald speaks to Metallica fans at Eden Park ahead of the band's massive New Zealand show.Watch19 Nov 05:39 AM
EntertainmentMetallica fans flood central Auckland ahead of sold-out Eden Park showFree public transport is available for ticket-holders travelling to and from the concert. 19 Nov 05:23 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
EntertainmentFans shelling out $90 for Metallica poster before Eden Park showFree public transport is available for ticket-holders travelling to and from the concert. 19 Nov 02:03 AM
TravelLooking for a hotel in Auckland tonight? Good luckHotels hit stratospheric prices as thousands prepare for Metallica takeover in Auckland.19 Nov 12:28 AM
KahuRangatahi Māori take the lead in climate action seriesEach episode follows young Māori creating local solutions to global warming.18 Nov 04:00 PM
Entertainment$4000 for Metallica's Snake Pit: VIP concert tickets are actually worth itExclusive tickets force us to ask the question: how much would you pay to meet your hero? 18 Nov 03:00 AM
New ZealandWhat to know before Metallica’s Eden Park show: Road closures, transport and entry detailsRoad closures near Eden Park start from 4pm and will last until midnight. Video / Eden ParkWatch18 Nov 02:05 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
TravelRoute 66 reimagined: A road trip through America’s vintage heartThe 3940km route is arguably the most iconic road trip in the world.17 Nov 09:55 PM
WorldMcCartney to release silent AI protest trackOther artists such as Hans Zimmer and Kate Bush have joined the silent album project.17 Nov 09:31 PM
World‘A great moment’: Two rediscovered Bach pieces performed in LeipzigExperts say the teenage Bach wrote the newly verified organ pieces in 1705.17 Nov 06:36 PM
EntertainmentDeftones announce one-off NZ show, a decade after their last performance hereThe metal band will play Spark Arena, with support from Interpol and Ecca Vandal.16 Nov 11:14 PM