WorldLost 400-year-old Rubens found in Paris mansionThe 1613 artwork was uncovered in a Paris mansion last September.11 Sep 12:56 AM
EntertainmentSabrina Carpenter 'surprised' by backlash to album coverUS pop star told NPR the cover was inspired by the idea of ‘dominance and submission’.10 Sep 06:53 AM
EntertainmentWilliam Dart review: Gemma New leads NZ Symphony Orchestra in stunning Mahler's SixthGemma New led a powerful performance of Mahler's Sixth Symphony.07 Sep 06:00 PM
WorldRecovered: Painting stolen by Nazis found after going missing againThe painting was originally stolen from a Dutch Jewish collector in World War II.04 Sep 01:05 AM
EntertainmentDavid Byrne to marry, reveals 42-track wedding playlistThe musician shared an instrumental playlist he made for the wedding.02 Sep 08:31 PM
New Zealand'Something new': The beauty of Hawke's Bay's bridges, from the airRyan Jennings used drones to capture a different perspective of our roads and rivers.01 Sep 11:26 PM
WorldStolen WWII painting vanishes again from Nazi daughter's homePortrait of a Lady by Giuseppe Ghislandi was looted from a Jewish art collector in 1940.27 Aug 08:23 PM
New ZealandThree days, 25 different gardens: Festival for green thumbs arrives in Hawke's BayAll proceeds from the first edition will go to Riding for the Disabled branches.27 Aug 03:20 AM
WorldNazi-looted art discovered after 80 years thanks to real estate adThe Goudstikker family plans to reclaim the artwork.25 Aug 11:03 PM
EntertainmentTaylor Swift announces new album 'The Life of a Showgirl'Taylor Swift announced her 12th album for pre pre-order on Tuesday.12 Aug 07:42 AM
EntertainmentBeloved Play School star and jazz pioneer dies at 89She earned an Order of Australia Medal in 2004 for her contributions.11 Aug 07:37 AM
EntertainmentWilliam Dart review: NZTrio's Fantastique concert showcases global musical journeyPsathas' 'Angelus' opened with a relentless, fiery toccata.05 Aug 12:45 AM
LifestyleTrisha Paytas reveals name of third baby, after Malibu Barbie and ElvisNaming her baby Aquaman keeps to the YouTuber's track record of unusual names.23 Jul 01:32 AM
EntertainmentCharli XCX marries The 1975 member in intimate wedding The British singer's ceremony had only 20 guests at Hackney Town Hall.20 Jul 10:22 PM
SportAll Blacks legend shares new health update after shock gym collapseKeven Mealamu, 46, shares an update on his heart condition, Atrial Fibrillation.20 Jul 06:08 AM
World'Confused the fruit': Visitor bites into $10.4m banana artworkThe artwork, called 'Comedian', was by Italian artist Maurizio Cattelan.18 Jul 07:28 PM
ReviewsWilliam DartAuckland Philharmonia's Nightscapes enchants with Strauss and SchoenbergREVIEW: Listeners were transported from a Viennese ballroom to a mysterious forest.13 Jul 05:00 PM
Travel newsHere's what is new in travel this weekTourtoises, french celebrations, Gold Coast artists, new stays, and a crocheted wharenui.12 Jul 06:19 PM
New ZealandNew sculpture for Tauranga: Artist chosen for bold six-figure CBD artworkPaul Darragh's piece comes after 7m steel sculpture installed in Red Square last year.08 Jul 06:00 PM
ReviewsWilliam DartWilliam Dart review: Auckland Philharmonia's La Traviata impresses full houseThe first party scene featured the NZ Opera Chorus mingling above the orchestra.06 Jul 05:00 PM
WorldOzzy Osbourne's final Black Sabbath gig draws thousands in BirminghamHe performed with his original bandmates for the first time in 20 years.06 Jul 02:09 AM
Property'Special ceiling': sun and moon art adorn new Auckland train station'Representing the history of this area. This ridgeline was a kauri forest.' - Barry Potter03 Jul 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumPropertyWatch: First look inside City Rail Link’s unique new Te Waihorotiu Station'No other train station in the world will look like this,' says CRL CEO Patrick Brockie.30 Jun 03:00 AM
ReviewsWilliam DartWilliam Dart review: Auckland Philharmonia's Beethoven 5 captivates audiencesREVIEW: The concert was so popular, it was scheduled for two consecutive nights.29 Jun 05:00 PM
LifestyleHow a law graduate's art purchase could deliver $1m to Auckland GalleryAustralian philanthropist donates McCahon, Binney and Killeen art to fundraising auction. 26 Jun 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleUK sculptor claims NZ artwork copied his design, seeks recognition"Spot the difference" - artists clash over clasped hand sculptures.17 Jun 10:23 PM
ReviewsWilliam DartWilliam Dart review: How Auckland Philharmonia captivated with Handel and TippettREVIEW: Handel's Water Music echoed its 1717 premiere with lively, rhythmic energy.15 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldHow long does it take to draw a picture of every pub in London?New York Times: Artist Lydia Wood sketches every London pub amid closures and challenges.12 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldYears ago, the Smithsonian rejected this Trump portrait. How about now?The National Portrait Gallery rejected the painting for being 'too pro-Trump'.09 Jun 05:00 PM
EntertainmentSwift's win highlights importance of owning music rightsShe bought her catalogue for over US$300 million, boosting her earnings.04 Jun 12:52 AM
New Zealand'Painfully relevant': Debate over flag artwork prompts its removal by galleryThe art installation, by Diane Prince, invites people to walk on a New Zealand flag.29 May 09:14 AM
New Zealand'Disgraceful act': Debate ignites over walk-on flag installation, protest begins Nelson Deputy Mayor defends the art, citing its challenge to the status quo.28 May 07:26 AM
New Zealand'More than disrespectful': Controversial artwork invites people to walk on NZ flagIt's not the first time the art installation has sparked outrage.27 May 06:39 AM
New Zealand'Symbol of hope': Winning photo 'reclaims Māori narrative' amid cultural unrestThe "powerful" photo allowed people to see their tūpuna in the face of a child.22 May 05:00 PM