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Inside the artistic world of Carin Wilson’s coastal sanctuary
Pukeruru’s architecture reflects a Māori way of experiencing space as breathing.

Shop and stare: 9 boutiques and art galleries to explore in Queenstown
Fill up on art, design and fashion in Queenstown and Arrowtown.

Into the blue: Ocean-inspired artist, 22, lands first exhibition
Annabel Morgan works in a surf shop by day and paints the sea by night.

Irish agitators Fontaines D.C. take on the modern world: ‘Music for nihilists who crave hope’
Review: Emma Gleason speaks to Carlos O'Connell and sees the post-punk stars in action.

Photographing nature - a true contest
This online-only contest showcases the best of nature photography.

Dick Frizzell’s new memoir: ‘A little memory, a little licence and a lot of humour’
The 82-year-old painter contemplates beginnings, endings and what, exactly, is the truth.

Your ultimate guide to Auckland’s must-see events this weekend
There are plenty of activities to keep you and the family/whānau busy.

Link to the past: Heritage mural kept in $650m redevelopment
BJ Ball Building and Mrkusich mural identified as a Category B Historic Heritage Place.

A Boy’s Own Adventure - Dick Frizzell on his new memoir
Featuring stories from Frizzell's childhood Hastings, the book is released March 13.

Pāpāmoa College mural celebrates student success
A newly completed, massive mural at Pāpāmoa College is drawing attention.

It’s not all about St Paddy’s Day: 12 crazy-cool festivals in Ireland for 2025
Crown a goat as king - there's nothing ordinary about these extraordinary events.

‘You become the lie’: Art adviser opens up on $11m fraud
New York Times: Lisa Schiff drew her clients close. Then she stole millions from them.

Boon boom pow: Community to celebrate street art milestones
The annual festival will mark its 10th anniversary this year.

Hundertwasser Art Centre hoping to claw back losses with good summer
The centre has struggled with low tourist numbers and the cost-of-living crisis.

'It wasn't about me any more': Former student honours legacy of beloved teacher with terminal cancer
One message he wants to share through the doco is for men to be proactive with health.

Margaret Hansen's 'The Silk' showcases vibrant floral art in Gisborne
Hansen's works were inspired by her vintage silk kimono's embroidery.

Original painting for Split Enz album cover to be auctioned
A painting featuring Split End band members, including Neil and Tim Finn, is up for sale.

Auckland Art Gallery closes due to ‘unexpected building issues’, safety concerns
A leaking pipe on the second floor of the gallery has forced its closure.

Local board backs mural to honour Fa’anānā Efeso Collins
The mural will feature Fa’anānā’s portrait and his quote 'E le tu fa'amauga se tagata'

Three Days in February
Serena Stevenson's new multimedia project is a poetic homage to Splore. Video / Serena Stevenson

Must-see events in Auckland this weekend, from art to festivals
Aotea Square is going to be loud this weekend.