UB40’s Ali Campbell talks reggae roots, activism and 2026 NZ tour
Great friends that include some of our very own homegrown reggae heroes, of whom Campbell met through a…
Cohen Holloway reflects on cancer battle, Taika Waititi’s support and gratitude
The New Year came around, and once again Holloway rang his bell. “[My partner] Kelly came in and…
Squid Games: Kiwi Chris Williams was kidnapped in Tanzania. Now he’s been ‘imprisoned’ on Netflix for a chance to win millions
The Gisborne graphic designer survived an intense kidnapping ordeal six years ago, where four men forced him and…
James Blunt Auckland review: Church-like nostalgia united generations at unexpected Spark Arena spectacle
His music, and Back To Bedlam specifically, captured a moment in time, bringing back good memories of growing…
Mental as Anything podcast host Angie Grey on why celebrities talking about mental health helps others open up
A high school teacher from Rotorua thanked her for the podcast, saying it opened a door for her…
The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo: Meet the Kiwis creating musical magic and military marvel
“They can’t keep me away now. I absolutely love it,” he says, talking to the Herald from the…
Why Shortland Street is tackling a deadly new virus – and how the plot could help viewers process the Covid pandemic
A recent episode showed Dr Chris Warner stumped after Dr Esther Samuels became the latest victim of a…
On The Up: Selwyn Theatre director June Renwick still inspiring on stage at 87
“Being able to create images and bring people together, and to see how good people feel about themselves…
The top 10 on-screen dads in movie and TV history
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Shortland Street’s Peter Burman on playing Sage, his self ‘autopsy’ and finding his feet on screen
“I’ve received lots of noes. I auditioned for drama school three times,” he says, adding his attempt to…