Government funding boost for Gisborne events
First Light Marathon, NZ surf lifesaving champs, music festival among recipients
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Morgan-Andrew King: From Waikato to international opera stage
Opera singer says his passion actually began 'as a way to meet girls'.
Songs from the 50s, 60s and 70s at Winter Concert Series; watercolours at The Aviary
Songs from the 50s, 60s and 70s at Winter Concert Series; watercolours at The Aviary.
Great Kiwi Summer Festival: Light and sound show for Lake Karāpiro
The event celebrated its first year in 2023 after Covid cancelled it two years in a row.
1000 junior rugby players set for Waikato festival
This year’s Waikato tournament will involve 32 rugby clubs.
Wine and zine your way around Auckland this weekend
This weekend's offerings include theatre and festivals, wine, food and zines.
Discover upcoming events in the Tairāwhiti region
Gisborne events include Dancing for Life Education, a beach run, new art exhibition.
Glamour and moves to hit dancefloor at Gisborne's hottest fundraiser
Dancers battling nerves ahead of Life Education Trust event next weekend.
The world will be watching for Taupō's Ironman
Preparations are under way for the World Championships in December.
What events are on in Waikato this weekend?
The Matariki ki Waikato festival continues and there is lots of school holiday fun.
Culinary Fare draws in more than 500 young competitors from around NZ
"It’s hard, but that’s the beauty of it. If it was easy, you would get bored."
What's on in Gisborne? Daniel Champagne, Tuia exhibition, winter Arts and Craft Fair
What's on in Gisborne and regular events.
Troye Sivan announces one-off show in Auckland
The global popstar will perform a single show in Aotearoa just in time for summer.
How to keep the kids entertained these school holidays
A round-up of our favourite school holiday activities happening around Auckland this July.
All Whites claim Nations Cup
The All Whites have overcome Vanuatu to win the Oceania Nations Cup for the sixth time.
'About sharing the warmth': Thousands turn out for Matariki events in Hawke's Bay
Organisers were pleased the rain held off for the feature events after a week of floods.
'It’s important for our mental health in the cold': Matariki fun warms hearts
Friday's events included Whangārei's Light and Lantern Parade, and Waipu on Ice.
Aroha ki te tangata: Inside the lives of Māori wardens
Six Māori wardens showcased throughout the motu.
From Pōkeno to Kopu, Waikato events promise Matariki magic
Events and activities seek to preserve old and new traditions in the community.
Free bus rides on offer to Hamilton Matariki event
This year’s theme is ‘Matariki heri kai’, meaning 'Matariki. the bringer of food’.
What's On in Gisborne this Matariki long weekend and over the coming month
What's On in Tairāwhiti this Matariki long weekend and over the coming month.
Matariki: How to spend your long weekend in the city
Lights, ice skating, comedy - bring in the Māori New Year with our long weekend guide.
Hawke's Bay's main Matariki events to continue despite wild weather amid lead-up
Some of Hawke's Bay's most anticipated Matariki events are set to go ahead.
Tūrangi puts on spectacular light show with just one drone
Who needs hundreds of drones for a light show? Tūrangi display shows you only need one.
Full steam ahead for Geothermal Week
The event theme highlights the “Immense value of our taonga, our geothermal resources.”
Cold Chisel, Bic Runga join line-up for Summer Concert Tour 2025
Jimmy Barnes will return to NZ with Cold Chisel following his open heart surgery.
Gisborne students nab awards at Shakespeare festival
Most Promising Actor and dance awards for Gisborne students at Shakespeare festival.
Taupō's Great Lake Film Society wins Best Film Award in 48Hours challenge
Best Film, Best Cinematography, Best Script, and Best Performer was won by one Taupō team.
Bilingual service for Matariki in Eltham
Nau mai, haere mai - all are welcome to attend the service at Eltham's All Saints Church.
Parker to headline boxing match in Hamilton
Parker will take on his first international opponent.
Mix of pop and traditional music in Winter Concert Series
Gisborne Civic Band to play musical medley at St Andrew's on Sunday.
Green Machine out to end YMP's unbeaten run in Poverty Bay hockey
GMC Green are looking to turn the tables on YMP in another replay of the 2023 grand final.
Gisborne schools unite at marae to celebrate Matariki
The whare was 'full of life' at Pākōwhai Marae.
'Huge opportunity': Rotorua hosts major events trade show
'It’s just so good for us as an industry to know each other.'