New Zealand Wagnerian opera ‘giant’ Sir Donald McIntyre dies aged 91
Sir Donald was especially celebrated for his “Wagnerian” performances – being a singer with the powerful voice needed…
Conservationist Sir Alan Mark fears politics is failing the environment
“If we don’t look after that [the environment], we are doomed.” Mark said action on climate change was…
Victoria Beckham designs suit for Sir David’s knighthood ceremony
Following the ceremony, the former Manchester United star officially became Sir David Beckham, while Victoria is now Lady…
‘Happy to be Dave’: Sir Dave Dobbyn on writing, waiting and why he adores Cuban music
And the ones that didn’t come easy? My theory is it’s a good thing to wait sometimes. Even…
Why Rocket Lab boss Sir Peter Beck loses sleep before every mission – and expects to again this week
The build-up and day of Rocket Lab lift-off missions are nervous periods for Sir Peter Beck. Photo /…
Sir Michael Hill’s superyacht The Beast listed for US$14.5m sale
“I love the fascination of being on the water and the sense of adventure,” Hill told Boat International…
Sir Peter Jackson’s Miramar development revealed in new consent plans
The Lord of the Rings director’s plans for the site include a large storage facility, an animal quarantine…
Sports cars, fighter jets and family dinner: How Rocket Lab’s Sir Peter Beck unwinds
Sir Peter Beck is living his dream heading one of the world’s most respected private space companies. Photo…
What’s next for Chocolate Fish cafe after Sir Peter Jackson Shelly Bay development
Jackson and Walsh are the sole shareholders and directors of Wingnut PM. John Pennington said while he and…
Chocolate Fish owners apologise for blaming cafe’s closure on Sir Peter Jackson, Dame Fran Walsh
“Regrettably and without foundation, we assumed Sir Peter Jackson and Dame Fran Walsh were responsible for the decision.…
Sir Peter Jackson to close Wellington’s Chocolate Fish Cafe after 15 years
“We don’t want to be forced to close. We don’t want to be shut down.” Pennington said he…
Sir Peter Jackson announces plans to build vet hospital in Wellington
“We have previously had to transport our own pets to Auckland for urgent, specialist care by the wonderful…