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How to get to Synthony in the Domain
If you're heading along to the Auckland festival, here are all the details.
Everything you need to know ahead for Laneway today
Heading along to Auckland's longest-running festival? Here's how to get there for free.
Vikings return to Norsewood for a weekend of festival fun
The Vikings returned to Norsewood for a festival like no other.
Auckland Pride’s Julia Croft and Hāmiora Bailey are going beyond paradise
The co-directors on Ki Tua, leadership and passing the mic.
Probe after unconscious, sick Auckland boy left on roadside when Soundsplash festival ended
The boy fainted and had a seizure in boiling conditions with only a hedge for shade.
Teens faint, 'beg driver' to pull over after air-con fails on bus home from festival
The bus had to pull over mid-journey amid concerns it wasn’t safe to continue.
Pass the hat: World Buskers Festival acts on the etiquette of tipping street performers
The world's best street performers are in Christchurch for the next 10 days.
The Black Seeds bloom at avocado fest
'Happy vibes all around' at the Katikati Avocado Food and Wine Festival.
Foodies say 'cheese' as NZ festival heads north
It's a unique opportunity to relish in NZ's tastiest artisanal cheese scene.
'Happy and vibing': Thousands turn up for Juicy Fest
One festivalgoer said the artists playing reminded her of her 'high school years'.
In pictures: Nest Fest and Hawkes Bay Cup Regatta enjoy success over weekend
Nest Fest and the Hawke's Bay Rowing regatta dominated the weekend.
Nest Fest Hawke’s Bay: Behind the scenes of the popular festival
A look at Nest Fest from behind the stage.
'Electric' scenes as Bay Dreams festival debuts new venue
The crowd of about 8500 was 'pretty well-behaved', the festival organiser says.
45 drink-drivers caught by police morning after Rhythm and Vines
There were no arrests during the festival, and police say crowds were well-behaved.
Top Kiwi orchestra stuns Rhythm and Alps punters
REVIEW: It's not a festival until someone brings out a surprise performer.
Two essential items you must take to Rhythm and Vines
Before you miss your fave artist and get stuck in the vines, read this.
Hilarious item banned at Rhythm and Alps festival
Before you miss your fave artist and get stuck in the valley of tents, read this.
2024 New Year Honours list, daily Covid cases increase and New Year celebration warning | Focus Morning Bulletin, December 30, 2023
The 2024 New Year Honours list has been announced, the average daily Covid case numbers have increased by 3.5% and warnings are issued over the use of fireworks for New Year celebrations. Video / Newstalk ZB / NZ Herald
Dangerous stimulant discovered in party drugs ahead of festival season
Testing clinics have discovered a dangerous drug being sold as MDMA.
What your favourite Kiwi NY festival says about you
Are you 21 and just discovered Dave Dobbyn or more of a Caitlin Crisp dress at Highlife?
Ultimate summer gig guide: Sir Dave Dobbyn, Kaylee Bell and all the festivals in between
So, you're a music lover who wants to make the most of your summer. We've got you.
Everything you need to know about drug testing at festivals this summer
Know Your Stuff is testing drugs all over the country: here's what they want you to know.
Bad tabs and no sleep: Why experts are urging Kiwis to get their drugs tested this summer
A substance found in some tabs has caused deaths overseas.
What Summer festivals are happening in the Waikato in 2024?
The region will be abuzz with lots of music festivals.
Le Currents 2023 rolls with venue, headliner change
Taupō's newest music festival is back in a bigger venue, with a new headliner.
'There were just happy faces everywhere' - jolly and bright festivities over the weekend
The Whangārei Christmas Parade and Santa Run bought smiles to the faces of many.
New Zealand Fringe Festival returns with huge lineup
The iconic festival is back for its 34th year, with more than 800 artists and 160 events.
Wellbeing festival to see in New Year
A huge festival will be held in Tahawai to bring in the New Year.
'Queues around the block': The extraordinary history of Rhythm and Vines
Co-founder Hamish Pinkham is celebrating 21 years of RnV by reflecting on its beginnings.
Thousands turn out to celebrate all things Pasifika at the weekend
The Far North Pasifika Festival celebrates its second year.
'Tastetival is just weird': Rebrand for Marton Festival gets axed by council
The name change didn't go down well with locals.
What’s with the Hastings sheep? Artworks explained in new guide
How do you build a giant steel cherry blossom? And what’s with those sheep?