Whangārei’s Anzac Day dawn service cancelled amid rain alerts
The RSA said that at this stage, its annual 10am service at Maunu Cemetery – for the families…
Kumeū Easter Festival backlash grows as vendors count heavy losses, claim broken promises
“[We] were told, especially the ice cream vendors that I was talking to, that there were only going…
Balloons over Waikato Nightglow chaos: Traffic, buses and parking fury
More than 55,000 people attended, the organisers said. While social media feedback shows many attendees seemed to enjoy…
Influencer Uncle Tics reveals New Zealander of the Year Local Hero Award nomination was rescinded after skit backlash
“That’s not going forward anymore,” Clarke said after Letele asked about the nomination, which the former boxer won…
Rotorua Lakeside concert cancelled as funding shortfall hits free event
Che Fu at the Rotorua Lakeside 25 concert. Photo / File He said one option was to run…
Synthony organisers finalise 2026 line-up, including Cassie Henderson, P Digsss
The 2025 sell-out event was attended by 40,000 people and featured more than 183 performers, 58 orchestra members…
Three-day Auckland music Festival Splore announces 2026 event will be last
“I have been involved with Splore at Tāpapakanga for 20 years and I feel now is a time…
Eurovision faces withdrawals after Israel OK’d to compete
“The situation in Gaza, despite the ceasefire and the approval of the peace process, and the use of…
Police alerted as Heart Kids NZ raises concerns over alleged charity event fraud
The charity said it originally endorsed a motorcycle ride held by the same organiser earlier this year, and…
Media Insider: NZ Screen Awards guest arrested, trespassed after becoming aggressive following incident with female hospitality workers
A witness reported the man – one of 770 guests at the glitzy event – was intoxicated. Awards…
Summer Concert organisers shift Iggy Pop and Joan Jett show to Spark Arena
The Summer Concert tour will kick off at Taupō’s Amphitheatre on January 24 before playing Spark Arena on…
LA28 Olympic schedule unveiled: Women’s 100m to open athletics
The women’s rugby sevens final also takes place that day, where the Black Ferns Sevens will be hoping…