Travel newsHow to add lanterns, street food and underwater dining to your next summer getawayMake summer count with lanterns, street food and iconic events21 Feb 06:49 PM
TravelNick Cave launched NZ’s arts festival in Wellington and we’re still buzzingAotearoa NZ Festival of the Arts in Wellington runs from February 24 – March 15.21 Feb 05:00 PM
EntertainmentMiley Cyrus feels ‘very proud’ of her Disney successA 20th anniversary special will feature unseen Hannah Montana footage.21 Feb 04:53 PM
PremiumEntertainment'I don’t always know where I’m going': How fear is helping fuel pop star Cassie Henderson after The Voice13 Feb 08:00 PM
Entertainment'Landmark deal': Britney Spears sells ownership share of her biggest hits11 Feb 06:17 PM
Entertainment'To protect my health': Demi Lovato cancels five shows and delays tour opener11 Feb 06:07 PM
EntertainmentStan Walker and Nauti release new single One Life with 9th WonderThe track was written at an APRA camp after long talks on culture and roots.04 Feb 07:57 AM
EntertainmentHarry Styles has announced a world tour - but New Zealand misses outHis last New Zealand show was at Auckland's Mt Smart Stadium in 2023.23 Jan 02:11 AM
AnalysisMitchell HagemanPaying by the minute: How Ed Sheeran, All Blacks and the theatre stack up on valueAre big nights out still worth the money in NZ? We crunch the cost per minute.21 Jan 02:00 AM
ReviewsVarsha AnjaliEd Sheeran opens Loop tour with new tricks at first NZ showThe show contained all of the hits in all of the ways, writes Varsha Anjali.16 Jan 06:05 PM
EntertainmentEd Sheeran Auckland concert guide: Gate times, road closures, what you can bringThe Grammy-winning singer kicks off his Loop World Tour in Auckland.15 Jan 11:07 PM
EntertainmentInside Ed Sheeran's massive NZ stage setupFrom NZ's largest screen build to crystal clear sound, Ed Sheeran's technical team discuss why his Loop Tour is one of the most impressive yet.Watch14 Jan 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumAuckland'Huge revenue hit': Retailers caught in Ed Sheeran road closures win traffic changeLocal firms were concerned they would lose hours of trade ahead of this weekend's gigs.13 Jan 04:01 AM
EntertainmentMiley Cyrus teases 'really special' 20-year Hannah Montana celebrationThe 33-year-old says she is 'working hard' on a 20-year celebration.04 Jan 10:30 PM
EntertainmentMy year of not listening to AI-generated pop musicPlatforms like Suno now generate more than 7 million AI songs every day.01 Jan 02:47 AM
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
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
EntertainmentBarry Manilow reveals lung cancer diagnosisThe singer, 82, is preparing to undergo an operation to remove part of his lung.22 Dec 06:21 PM
EntertainmentKylie Minogue scores first UK Christmas No 1 with XMAS hitSinger is the first solo female in 12 years to top the British Christmas chart.20 Dec 03:09 AM
EntertainmentTaylor Swift in tears in Disney+ doc over Southport stabbing attackShe breaks down when recalling the deaths of three girls at a Swift-themed UK dance party.13 Dec 01:13 AM
EntertainmentChappell Roan named Mac global ambassador in new beauty partnershipThe 27-year-old singer will front the cosmetic company's campaigns worldwide from 2026.10 Dec 06:26 AM
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
EntertainmentJessica Simpson says pop stardom 'never felt good enough'She recalls being blocked from writing R&B songs she felt reflected her voice.09 Dec 07:13 AM
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
EntertainmentEveryone is talking about Rosalia, the singer making religion cool againThe musician has won fans from Madonna, Andrew Lloyd Webber and the Catholic church. 05 Dec 06:00 AM
EntertainmentEurovision hit by boycotts after Israel cleared to competeNew voting rules have also been agreed after fears of the public vote being manipulated.04 Dec 09:40 PM
PoliticsMPs’ Spotify Wrapped: Luxon loves Zach Bryan, Bishop backs Aussie rock band, Labour MP’s passion for the Pacific Other top artists for politicians include Shania Twain, Stan Walker and The Superjesus.04 Dec 05:28 AM