EntertainmentAuckland’s dying all-ages gig scene loses another venueThe venue’s fate is 'symptomatic' of Auckland’s live music scene state, says an organiser.02 Oct 04:00 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 ZealandNZ Events Association votes Whangārei’s Northland Events Centre the best in the countryWhere's the best events venue in the country? Right here in Northland!11 Nov 11:38 PM
PremiumConstruction‘It’s not all profit, profit, profit’: Sir George Fistonich launches new winery31 Oct 12:15 AM
New ZealandWestern Springs main stadium remains closed after flood damage, outer fields open for business08 Mar 07:32 AM
New ZealandHamish Clark: Elton John confirms Christchurch as a 'Super City for Concerts'20 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandIt's going ahead! Christchurch council greenlights controversial multi-use stadium Te Kaha13 Jul 06:00 PM
New ZealandChristchurch stadium: Council urged to accept fixed price deal, increase rates12 Jul 02:43 AM
New ZealandGo behind the scenes at Wellington's St James Theatre before it reopens tonightAfter years of painstaking work, the theatre has been returned to its former glory.23 Jun 04:00 AM
New ZealandEden Park sell-out for Super Rugby final a boon for local businessesHospitality businesses are eagerly anticipating the flood of rugby supporters.15 Jun 04:06 AM
New Zealand'No end in sight': Wellington bars and nightclubs fear the industry won't survive under red'This time, with nothing from the government, I've had to tell my staff I can't pay them.'03 Feb 09:39 PM
New ZealandOmicron scare: Auckland moves to orange - here's what you need to knowSome things stay the same under the orange light settings - including some face mask rules30 Dec 08:04 PM
New ZealandAuckland at orange: What you can (and can't) doAll regions currently at red – except for Northland - will move to orange on December 30.13 Dec 04:23 AM
TravelTecho goes Uesco: Berlin DJs seek World Heritage statusA group called Rave the Planet is fighting to protect Berlin's venues from gentrification.06 Dec 09:37 PM
New ZealandChristchurch covered stadium: New design plans releasedThe long-awaited stadium is due to be finished by mid-2025.03 Dec 02:14 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandReturn of 'the moments in between': Reconnecting in a post-lockdown cityUK post-lockdown lethargy is dubbed HOGO - the Hassle of Going Out. Will Auckland follow?27 Nov 04:00 PM
TravelNegative Covid test not enough to visit Berlin's iconic MarketsThe Christmas spirit is returning to Berlin but not for everyone.27 Oct 07:43 PM
New ZealandAnother Dunedin student pub shuts its doorsThe loss of Starters Bar will be a heavy blow to the Dunedin music scene.13 Sep 02:28 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Palmerston North's Stomach is being digitisedThe Stomach poster archives preserved. Made with funding from NZ On Air.09 Aug 02:39 AM
New ZealandArts festival gets $300k payout after theatre delay put programme at riskThe flagship event for Wellington will go ahead despite St James theatre remaining closed.04 Aug 11:21 PM
New ZealandCapital's 'money-go-round' arts venue subsidy headed for reviewThe arts sector says venues aren't affordable making it difficult to present work.03 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandDesign of new Christchurch indoor stadium confirmedCouncil advised the price estimate for the stadium had increased by $130 million.22 Jul 02:24 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessFoodie festival first big event at rebranded Auckland ShowgroundsAuckland Food Show to go ahead after resolving uncertainty with the controversial venue.21 Jul 05:27 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessDeal to keep events at Auckland Showgrounds for another yearNew short-term deal for iconic showgrounds likely a management contract.14 Jul 05:45 AM
New ZealandASB Showgrounds rumoured to become mass Covid-19 vaccination centreIt's understood Auckland's ASB Showgrounds could still operate in liquidation.07 Jul 04:22 AM
EntertainmentHakuna Matata: Lion King musical helps Spark Arena chart path through Covid downturnCovid-19 has led Auckland events venues to close down. Could the Lion King hold an answer?02 Jul 05:00 PM
EntertainmentEat, Drink, Play: New Festival to supercharge Wellington's hospitality sectorHeadline events include Opera on the Menu, Dirty Little Drag Bingo and a Psychic Supper.11 Apr 10:08 PM
New Zealand'Not just designated spaces but everywhere': Wellington's Rainbow community call for queer pride year-round"We were forced into the shadows many years ago, and we're not going anywhere."26 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandBar owners, police, councils join forces for safer Wellington streetsThey've committed to a "social contract", asking everyone to take collective action.25 Mar 10:52 PM
New ZealandWellington's St James Theatre battling water leaks and resourcing issuesAssurances are being made the building will be ready for NZ Festival, despite the issues.23 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Sound Valley set to blast offThe down-low on Sound Valley. Made with funding from NZ On Air.09 Mar 01:10 AM