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
EntertainmentDavid Byrne to marry, reveals 42-track wedding playlistThe musician shared an instrumental playlist he made for the wedding.02 Sep 08:31 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
Entertainment'Heathers the Musical' set to thrill fans in NZ next yearThe show will play in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch.31 Aug 07:54 PM
EntertainmentWilliam Dart review: Auckland Philharmonia's Love Stories concert captivates with classicsTchaikovsky's Romeo and Juliet featured taut rhythms and lush themes.31 Aug 07:23 PM
EntertainmentLiam Payne's sister shares heartfelt tribute on his birthdayThe singer's sister has shared her memories of the last time she saw him.31 Aug 07:09 PM
EntertainmentWhy Jessie J's US tour cancellation is vital for her healthHer British and European tour dates have been postponed to April 2026 because of surgery.29 Aug 08:21 AM
EntertainmentRoyal romance: French Montana's engagement to Dubai princessThe rapper proposed after walking the runway at Paris Fashion Week in June.28 Aug 08:05 AM
EntertainmentSnoop Dogg is coming to NZ for one-off showNZ's own Savage and Revus will open for Snoop at the R18 event. 28 Aug 02:07 AM
EntertainmentPunjabi superstar Diljit Dosanjh set for Auckland show in November'This tour is about celebrating Indian music on a global stage.'28 Aug 12:56 AM
OpinionIt's over for Taylor Swift: Her fans aren't looking for tales of married blissSwifties may lose interest once their heroine reaches the altar.27 Aug 11:12 PM
EntertainmentTaylor Swift's engagement sparks debate over proposal etiquetteProposal photos are trending, but etiquette still matters.27 Aug 10:55 PM
New Zealand'Great musical legacy': Tribute to Herbs keyboard player Tama LundonLundon co-wrote the band’s big hit Long Ago with Willie Hona.27 Aug 05:40 AM
Entertainment'Terrifying': Lil Nas X takes to social media after arrest and bail releaseThe American rapper was released on bail after spending the weekend in jail.27 Aug 04:01 AM
EntertainmentTaylor's $1m ring: Will we all want vintage-inspired engagement rings now?All about Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's engagement, the ring and their relationship.27 Aug 01:39 AM
EntertainmentLife After Elvis: Priscilla Presley announces first tour in New ZealandThe former wife of Elvis Presley wants to share her story with Kiwi audiences.26 Aug 08:00 PM
EntertainmentSting’s former bandmates make shock claimSting is being sued by his former bandmates who have made shocking claims about him.25 Aug 07:15 PM
ReviewsMitchell HagemanInside the K-pop and Hip-Hop craze: How Jay Park captured Kiwi heartsOne night with the Korean star made Mitchell Hageman realise what all the fuss was about.25 Aug 07:00 AM
WorldBritney Spears deletes erratic X-rated posts as fans worry about her wellbeingShe announced plans to charge fans for Instagram content, despite no feature existing.25 Aug 05:43 AM
EntertainmentNick Cave and The Bad Seeds to play two Wellington shows in 2026The Australian band will skip Auckland and play the capital's TSB Arena.25 Aug 12:40 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
EntertainmentRobbie Williams sparks Glastonbury rumours with cryptic postThe singer posted a photo referencing his wild past with Liam Gallagher in 1995.22 Aug 08:48 PM
Entertainment'One-way flight back to NZ': Kiwi DJ duo say they've been turned away from USOne of the Katayanagi Twins was seen crying in a video they posted on social media.22 Aug 06:07 AM
Entertainment'It's gonna go off': 90s boy band to bring reunion tour to NZBritish band Five are holding their first full line-up show in NZ since touring in 2000.21 Aug 07:00 PM
EntertainmentShould you quit Spotify, Substack? Why some Kiwis are leaving the popular platforms Kiwis on Substack and Spotify have found themselves in a fresh ethical bind.21 Aug 05:00 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
EntertainmentBrisbane band's bassist battles stage 4 cancer, claims doctors ignored symptomsJordan Brunoli's bandmates have created a GoFundMe to help with the 29yo's treatment.19 Aug 09:29 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
EntertainmentWhy Taylor Swift's latest album imagery has fans talkingThe album features 12 tracks, including a title track with Sabrina Carpenter.18 Aug 11:56 PM
ReviewsWilliam DartWilliam Dart: NZSO's Enchanted concerts showcase bold classics amid mixed reviewsREVIEW: The NZSO returned to the town hall after three months away.17 Aug 06:00 PM
Entertainment5 takeaways from Taylor Swift's unprecedented podcast interviewShe revealed her new album, 'The Life of a Showgirl', will be out on October 3.14 Aug 07:47 PM
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
Entertainment'My hair is falling out': Jessie J on breast cancer surgery challengesThe British pop star faces further surgery after cancer complications.13 Aug 11:15 PM