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Standing in Another Man's Grave
Scottish crime writer Ian Rankin tells Stephen Jewell how he was able to revive the career of his popular hero, who’s still looking for the nearest pub.
Hospital distressed by theft of prized artwork
An award-winning painting stolen from Waikato Hospital had just been selected by an art expert to hang in the upgraded mortuary because of its "ability to calm people" at a stressful time.
Classical Review: Voices raised in rejoicing
There was festivity in the air at Holy Trinity Cathedral for Auckland Choral's Magnificat concert.
In the grips of intimacy
Pacey thriller takes you on a wild ride, discovers Nicky Pellegrino.
What happens when a comedian hops on a bike?
They’re a passionate bunch, cyclists. None more so than producer and comedian Jon Bridges, who’s even written a book about cycling. Suzanne McFadden meets him to get the wheel story.
Souffle-light story that's just delicious
Nicky Pellegrino is amused by Mrs Windsor's rail ride to Scotland.
Art forgery abounds - artist
Wanganui artist Peter Ireland who exposed a fake Gottfried Lindauer painting at the Waikato Museum of Art and History says there are plenty more forgeries out there to be uncovered.
Art gallery listings: November 1
Current and upcoming listings from galleries in the Auckland area.
Billy Connelly's wife living a life less ordinary
Pamela Stephenson recounts her life with candour, says Nicky Pellegrino.
Art gallery listings: October 25
Current and upcoming listings from galleries in the Auckland area.
10 favourite things: Artist Sean Hill
Award-winning young artist Sean Hill shares the things that inspire him.