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A fictional version of Ashhurst stars in Palmy author's books
A fictional town near Palmerston North is the location of a cosy mystery series.
Monet was born here, so why do so many tourists snub this French city?
It's only the birthplace of one of the world's most famous artists and artistic movements.
Tram museum medal recipient praises colleagues
Henry Brittain is a key person at the Wellington Tramway Museum.
Library access makes way for Sarjeant landscaping work
'We will have two construction sites working next door to each other.'
From the MTG: Celebrating the importance of our museums
Those who represent the public face of museums, at times have to justify their value.
Community wants to save Waihi Art Centre
The council is working its way through 300 submissions.
Library membership data moved offshore
Thames-Coromandel and Hauraki District councils are two of 41 councils to make the move.
Waikato Museum closes until December for 'significant' work
Hamilton City Council said the work had been planned for a long time.
Thames Museum struggling with 'climbing costs'
The museum is in desperate need of visitors and funds to keep going.
Four Northland artists to feature at prestigious art fair
Dickinson's mission is to show the wealth of talent Northland has to offer.
Oranjehof Dutch Connection Museum's latest acquisition
Oranjehof Dutch Connection Museum in Foxton has acquired a large model of Abel Tasman's flagship De Heemskerck. Video / Horowhenua Chronicle
Exhibition review: Six Extinctions has a gasp-worthy surprise around each corner
Scotty the the Tyrannosaurus rex skeleton was the star of the show.
Hundertwasser Art Centre not alone in its struggles, says The Kauri Museum
A lack of funding and higher costs is impacting all, including Matakohe's Kauri Museum.
'Help books compete with toys': Little Libraries to spread a love of reading
A Raglan-based trust is fighting falling literacy rates among tamariki.
Rust forces closure of Te Papa level for at least nine months
Rust found in a sprinkler system means the floor will be closed for repairs from May 19.
SPY: From Dame Kiri to kiwi: NZ celebrity photographer's new fine art exhibition
Frew's show explores his passion for our natural environment.
Community binds together after teens threaten library for months
Behaviour forces library to shorten its hours and roster staff on in pairs.
Gisborne rainbow crossing restored after Destiny churchgoers paint it white
'We’re thrilled the rainbow crossing was repainted overnight' - Mayor.
Brian Tamaki cancels drag queen event created by ex-Destiny Church member
Tamaki's team will put pressure on Hastings and Gisborne libraries to follow Rotorua.
Sad Oompa Loompas, angry parents: Glasgow's disastrous Willy Wonka Experience
In case you missed it, here's why everyone is talking about this 'immersive experience'.
Staff protest looming cuts to University of Waikato Library
People gathered at the University for a protest against proposed cost cuts.
Can you judge a book by its cover? How to design a bestseller
Floppy ladies, the emoji effect and other book cover trends we can't resist.
'I'm sorry': Wellington council backtracks on pool and library cuts
One resident was brought to tears during the marathon council meeting.
From the MTG: We are set for another year of educational fun
All programmes align with the New Zealand Curriculum.
Wellington on a budget: Your guide to the capital's best free attractions
New Zealand's capital doesn't fall short of things to do...for free.
Library cat has paws of clay and a silent purr
Stuart Schwartz won the competition to name Palmerston North Central Library's cat.
Beautiful painting an important part of history
The evocative watercolour is by the well-known colonial artist Charles Decimus Barraud.