Manawatū lifestyle news
Anthem singer Marla Kavanaugh cancels NZ show after death threats
The opera singer feels as if she can't return to NZ, according to her parents.
Meet the Rural Sportswoman of the Year finalists
Three finalists from the worlds of harness racing, shearing and timbersports.
Ukrainian Womad act compelled to address war
"The war has further affected our lives, and we are compelled to speak about it."
Steve Braunias: In praise of cowtown Palmerston North
OPINION: There's more than meets the eye to Palmerston North
Kiwi comedy The Pink Hammer staged
Foxton Little Theatre to stage 'The Pink Hammer'.
Police puppy Blitz wins shoppers' hearts
Police officers speak to hundreds of shoppers during mall cops event.
Pizza disaster: Why you must read flat-pack instructions
Step 1: Make sure it'll fit through the door.
The style that shook up Napier's look
How the 1931 earthquake influenced Napier's Art Deco style.
Is doggy daycare right for your pooch?
Are you thinking about doggy daycare for your little or big pooch?
Want chickens? Here's what you need to know
Raising hens in your backyard? Forget the roosters.
Lifestyle news around NZ
Jaguar's ambitious rebrand has sparked a backlash from fans
The century-old British carmaker's new logo and latest ads have raised eyebrows.
What is iDip and can it really help you lose weight?
This sensible diet plan could have long-term health benefits.
Revealed: Influencer accused of poisoning daughter claimed kidney 'healed by God'
More details of the mother's past have come to light.
More local lifestyle news
Getting a cat? Why a Burmese might be for you
Burmese cats - why they should be considered as a family pet.
Why container gardening could be for you
OPINION: How to make your small apartment or small garden vibrant and interesting.
On MEUTE: The German techno band set to wow Womad
Audiences can expect a highly energetic live techno show, says band.
'Kia kaha': Princess Anne's message to Kiwis following Cyclone Gabrielle
The Princess Royal landed in Wellington earlier today and visited the Beehive Bunker.
Womad's Bab L' Bluz keen on jamming with locals
"Success to us means simply reaching out to as many people as possible around the world."
Author married into a crowd of inspiration
The avid genealogist enjoys discovering the juicy bits that make people real.
Judith Lacy: A dizzying 52 years around the sun
Opinion: Aren’t I angelic? I really deserve to be on top of my non-existent tree.
Mazbou Q: There's always more to do and higher to climb
Big drums, big horns, big guitars, big synths - everything is big with Mazbou Q.
Womad 2023: Kita's top festival tips
"To me, there is art for myself, and art for the people."
Fran Kora's dream festival lineup
"Lockdown forced us to think outside the box, while working inside the box!"
The Terrible Two: Folk duo set to tour
'Music and the arts can offer people so much in complicated times ...'
King Gizzard: 'Make music as much as you can'
The King Gizzard frontman gives a sneak preview of their New Zealand gigs.
Singer Molly Payton's summer festival tips
Festival season is coming! Meet first-time performer Molly Payton.