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Auckland Writers Festival special: A sneak peek at Dervla McTiernan's gripping new novel
We're celebrating this year's festival with extracts from some authors on the programme.
Auckland Writers Festival special: Duncan Sarkies writes about democracy ... and alpacas
We're celebrating this year's festival with extracts from some authors on the programme.
Review: Bubbah shocks audiences by shaving her head at comedy show
The NZ International Comedy Festival is under way in Auckland and Wellington.
Auckland Writers Festival special: Family secrets unveiled in Amma
We're celebrating this year's festival with extracts from some authors on the programme.
Diddy trial: Cassie bursts into tears after question about sex act
Ventura entered her fifth day of testimony and third day of cross examination.
Sir Roger Hall at 86: Can the man with the Midas touch still spin box-office gold?
A love letter to Auckland, End of Summer Time brings Dickie Hart back to the stage.
Blake Lively allegedly asked Taylor Swift to delete texts amid legal battle
Pop star, subpoenaed but not accused, was touring during the dispute between the actors.
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Gypsy Rose: Life After Lock Up season 2
Gypsy Rose Blanchard stars in season 2 of the Lifetime series Life After Lock Up, streaming on TVNZ+ in New Zealand. Video / TVNZ
Natasha Lyonne and Melanie Lynskey star in Poker Face season two
A trailer for the new season of Poker Face, available on TVNZ+. Video / TVNZ
Gracie Abrams covers Lorde's song Liberty
Gracie Abrams covered Lorde's song Liberty at her Spark Arena concert on Tuesday. Video / Dan Boyd
Marlon Williams: Ngā Ao E Rua – Two Worlds has its red carpet premiere in Auckland
Kiwi musician Marlon Williams is the star of a new documentary, following his four-year journey writing and recording an album entirely in te reo Māori. Video / Cameron Pitney
The Hits' PJ Harding shares wild story of second child’s birth live on air
The Kiwi radio broadcaster, who is currently on maternity leave, said she gave birth within minutes of arriving to hospital. Video / The Hits
Cyclone Tam: Auckland Easter Show pushes ahead despite rain and wind
Auckland’s Easter Show organisers are pushing on with this year’s event, despite wet and windy conditions being forecast. Video / Corey Fleming
Music
Chris Brown remanded in custody, assault charges delay tour dates
Brown was arrested at a Manchester hotel and appeared in court on Friday.
ZZ Top stirs Christchurch as fans battle for front row
ZZ Top and George Thorogood kick off a three-leg New Zealand tour in Christchurch.
'Intense b***h': Lorde on psychedelic therapy, eating disorders, and stage fright
In Rolling Stone, her new album, Virgin, is described as "feral, wild, and physical".
Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo set for landmark Auckland shows
1000 performers set to showcase Scottish heritage and bold choreography in Eden Park.
On The Up: Fans rally to help Kiwi death metal band hit by theft on European tour
Thousands of euros in gear and cash were stolen from their tour van while the band slept.
Born to be bad: George Thorogood on black influence, white critics and singing the blues
Mike Thorpe speaks to the music legend and his 50-year career ahead of his NZ gigs.
Television
Four Kiwi scenarios that could use comedian Nathan Fielder's rehearsal treatment
Opinion: Nathan Fielder's hit show could help solve some Kiwi calamities.
The quirky and hilarious moments from Conan O'Brien's NZ journey
He learned he's not quite 'skux' during a comedic lesson with Abbey Howells.
Opinion: How the papal conclave became a viral sensation
The conclave sparked unprecedented online interest, with fancams of cardinals.
Culture
Simon Wilson: How dense is your love? Confronting the Auckland housing crisis
OPINION: Density done well, speed rules, new road layouts and writers come to town.
Why 'Tina from Turners' is leaving NZ for life in Samoa
Sieni Leo’o Olo is moving to Samoa for a simpler, more connected life.
New Zealand arts community mourns 'larger than life artist, mentor and trailblazer'
He passed away on Friday aged 96, surrounded by his whanau.
Travel Alerts: Exhibitions, wine pairings, resorts and cruises
From a Melbourne arts festival to a scenic cruise around Marlborough.
Movies
Jeremy Renner experienced something extraordinary when he was near death. Why?
New York Times: Scientists have spent decades trying to explain near-death experiences.
Halle Berry first victim of new Cannes dress code
It's not the first time the event has sent celebrities and their stylists into a tizzy.
Watch: Young fan's surprise encounter with Brad Pitt at Auckland McDonald's
It's understood Pitt stayed in Muriwai during his Auckland film shoot.
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Auckland Writers Festival special: Exclusive extract from Catherine Chidgey's new book
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Auckland Writers Festival special: The debut novel from Auckland lawyer about secrets and betrayal
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Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo set for landmark Auckland shows
1000 performers set to showcase Scottish heritage and bold choreography in Eden Park.
Ockham Book Awards: All the winners from local literature's biggest night
Wellington author takes fiction's richest prize for a second time.
Jeremy Renner experienced something extraordinary when he was near death. Why?
New York Times: Scientists have spent decades trying to explain near-death experiences.
Sean Combs sex trafficking trial: Cassie Ventura testifies about abuse at 'freak offs'
Ventura helped open a floodgate of accusations against the producer.
Auckland Writers Festival special: Jacqueline Bublitz’s latest blockbuster
We're celebrating this year's festival with extracts from some authors on the programme.
'Double date': Kiwi rich listers hang out with Hollywood couple
The celebrity couples caught up at a lavish rooftop New York restaurant.
William Dart: NZTrio's concert captivates with Schubert and Vasks
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