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England: Rollercoaster the ultimate terror ride

A new ride at a UK theme park is so disturbing, patrons must sign a waiver to attest to their mental stability.

'Boy' flicks 'Titans' aside on box office march

Local hit <i>Boy</i> has overhauled the Hollywood fantasy blockbuster <i>Clash of the Titans</i>.

Fionn Regan - The Shadow of an Empire

Red carpet ride for a rude word

Complaints were made after <i>Close-Up</i> presenter Mark Sainsbury used the word 'fugly' in a promotion for his show during Wednesday's 6pm news.

Lawsuit looms over Billy T DVD

The widow and daughter of Billy T. James are considering legal action for what they claim is their share of royalties.

Powderfinger call it quits

The Brisbane band has announced its biggest tour to date in September and October to farewell fans.

<i>Review:</i> Crowded House at Auckland Town Hall

The dream is far from over as Crowded House enthrals loyal fans with old favourites and their latest album tracks.

Rugby: Messam's search for perfection

The Chiefs captain has been working on a few things in training to avoid making crucial errors in front of a home crowd tonight.

NRL: Warriors hamstrung by bout of bad luck

Metallica tour to close Downunder

Ireland: Celtic portals to a lost world

Graham Reid goes on a voyage of discovery around ancient Ireland.

Angus & Julia Stone: Down The Way

Date Night

Tina Fey and Steve Carell strut their comedic abilities by taking this far-fetched story and turning it into an enjoyable laugh-out-loud comedy.

A May full of music

Album Review: Anika Moa <i>Love In Motion</i>

On <i>Love In Motion</i> Anika Moa reveals a self-assured proud voice not heard before - and channels a good dollop of 80s pop into her traditional singer-songwriter approach too.

She's Out of My League

With its crude, tasteless humour set against an underlying sweet and heartfelt story, <i>She's Out of My League</i> is straight out of the Judd Apatow school of comedy, mixed with the buddy flick element of <i>The Hangover</i>.

Soccer: DIY All Whites hit on unusual way of preparing for Cup

Members of New Zealand's World Cup-bound soccer side have taken themselves to Melbourne to keep in shape for the tournament in June.

<i>Poco Loco</i>, Pukekohe

A night out at a good value suburban tapas restaurant is made all the more palatable by passionate, gentle staff, writes Nici Wickes.