WellingtonOwners of iconic cafe apologise for blaming closure on Sir Peter Jackson, Dame Fran WalshThe cafe’s Shelly Bay lease ends on January 31, 2026, after 15 years in business.08 Oct 06:06 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessLockdown inspired couple to plan glowworm cave attractionsPlans for a second attraction near Queenstown won Environment Court approval last month. 06 Oct 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleThe making of Pike River: 'I had an innate trust in authority ... That's all a crock of s***'Inside the making of the movie that demands accountability for the death of 29 men.03 Oct 08:01 PM
WellingtonSir Peter Jackson announces new 'world-class' project for WellingtonJackson and his partner Dame Fran Walsh say animal welfare is dear to their hearts.03 Oct 03:12 AM
EntertainmentArdern documentary scores biggest NZ box office opening since 2018In its first week in cinemas, the documentary made $417,000 at the box office.01 Oct 10:09 PM
New ZealandDoco goes behind the scenes of the Steamers' high-stakes weekFilm-makers followed the Steamers during the week before the NPC Grand Final in 2024.30 Sep 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumMedia InsiderBlockbuster move: A-list film stars set to buy Auckland studios in multimillion-dollar council dealScreen industry boost: Cliff Curtis, Taika Waititi and Jason Momoa linked to studios sale.25 Sep 03:48 AM
New Zealand'Never a political story': Ardern documentary co-director responds to criticismCritics said the doco "Prime Minister" lacks depth into policy decision making.21 Sep 03:33 AM
Talanoa'We need to remind the world': Tongan bark cloth revival takes shapeNearly 100 women from 20 Tongan villages joined the two-week workshop.20 Sep 08:00 PM
EntertainmentWhat to watch: 6 shows to stream this weekendJude Law on the telly, a historic local drama and a new fave for MasterChef fans.19 Sep 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentThe day Robert Redford landed in NZ – and preferred it to AmericaHollywood legend Robert Redford has died. The Herald looks back at his time in Aotearoa.17 Sep 02:24 AM
EntertainmentHollywood legend and Sundance founder Robert Redford dies, aged 89He was in 'the place he loved surrounded by those he loved'.16 Sep 05:35 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentGaylene Preston doco on artist Robin White explores the horror of nuclear war'To me, it represents the extremes to which human beings can go on the dark side.'12 Sep 05:19 PM
Entertainment'Intimate, front-row seat: Ardern film set for NZ release this monthThe ex-PM says her cousins could now 'officially stop asking her how they could see it'.09 Sep 12:35 AM
EntertainmentPike River movie set for Q&A tour before national release next monthAdvocates Anna Osborne and Sonya Rockhouse, on whom the movie is based, will speak.07 Sep 06:00 PM
Entertainment'Our quiet film': Jarmusch's family drama triumphs at VeniceGaza war docudrama The Voice of Hind Rajab received the grand jury second prize.07 Sep 06:11 AM
EntertainmentTed West to Bandit Heeler: These are the TV and movie dads we loveRelationship between father (or father figure) and child has lit up screens for decades.06 Sep 07:01 PM
PremiumPremiumWellingtonWētā FX reveals $59m loss amid job cutsDespite an increase in revenue, the company has lowered its forecast profits.04 Sep 01:19 AM
EntertainmentMiriama Kamo stranded in Antarctica amid storms and flight delaysTemperatures dropped to -50C, challenging their filming equipment.02 Sep 05:00 AM
PremiumPremiumEntertainment'Exhausting': Carol Hirschfeld's unexpected return to the screenThe voice of Shayne Carter's doco has more in common with the singer than you'd think.29 Aug 08:01 PM
EntertainmentWhat to watch: 6 shows to stream on Netflix, Neon and TVNZ+ this weekendIt's a double return for Game of Thrones favourites - and Thursday Murder Club hits TV. 28 Aug 10:07 PM
EntertainmentPunjabi superstar Diljit Dosanjh set for Auckland show in November'This tour is about celebrating Indian music on a global stage.'28 Aug 12:56 AM
EntertainmentWhy the Venice Film Festival is drawing both stars and protestsVenice Film Festival opens with star-studded premieres and pro-Palestine protests.28 Aug 12:18 AM
New ZealandThis small village was the backdrop for Whale Rider. It wasn't ready for all of the fameLocals loved that their community was at the heart of the hit film – so did the tourists.27 Aug 09:42 AM
EntertainmentFrom Whale Rider to Shorty: The best of John BarnettBarnett, who has died aged 80, was a stalwart of the film and TV industry.25 Aug 11:51 PM
Entertainment'Emotional': Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson performs sacred Samoan dance with familyThe Rock expressed gratitude for showcasing Polynesian culture through 'Moana'.25 Aug 06:49 PM
EntertainmentLegendary Kiwi film producer behind Footrot Flats, Whale Rider diesHe was a producer or executive producer on four of the country's 10 top grossing films.25 Aug 06:29 PM
Entertainment'I feel exposed': KJ Apa on using his NZ accent for the first time in 10 yearsHe's taken Hollywood by storm, but thinking of home still brings him to tears.23 Aug 08:39 PM
WellingtonFrom Hollywood to Wellywood: James Cameron officially granted NZ citizenshipThe Avatar film-maker and his family attended a citizenship ceremony at Te Papa this week.14 Aug 05:00 PM
EntertainmentStranger Things actor stars in Kiwi horror flick with unique twistDacre Montgomery had a chance to use his Kiwi accent.08 Aug 12:22 AM
New Zealand'Kiwi TV gold': Beloved primetime show to become movie, Hobbit actor castSimpler times: Remember Sunday nights in the 80s watching this show? 02 Aug 10:40 PM
OpinionJason Momoa's 'Chief of War' turns to NZ amid Hawaiian film industry strugglesOPINION: The series stars Momoa as a chief in the reunification of Hawaii.02 Aug 03:20 AM
Wellington‘Major blow’ to Wellington as Wētā FX announces layoffsThe company says 100 jobs are on the line.01 Aug 04:46 AM
LifestyleWhat to do in Auckland this weekend, and this monthThe arts and culture calendar is overflowing with reasons to wrap up and enjoy the city.01 Aug 02:00 AM
