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William Dart review: How Auckland Philharmonia captivated with Handel and Tippett
REVIEW: Handel's Water Music echoed its 1717 premiere with lively, rhythmic energy.
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'Calamity': New book lays bare 'cover-up' of a steeply declining Joe Biden
'Original Sin' presents evidence that Biden’s cognitive decline began way back in 2015.
William Dart: NZTrio's concert captivates with Schubert and Vasks
REVIEW: Magnifique was a fitting title for a thrilling concert experience.
'So lucky to call her yours': Gracie Abrams praises Lorde at Spark Arena show
The US singer covered Liability, plus revealed the Kiwi prank she fell for.
Review: Should you get on board Auckland's new Agatha Christie adaptation?
Murder on the Orient Express has been adapted for film, TV - and now, the stage.
Why Bluey's Big Play is a masterclass in kids' entertainment
Kiwi Bluey fans have been eagerly awaiting the show's arrival, so was it worth the wait?
'Made my life hell': Dramatic send-offs and a kiss end Mafs 2025
OPINION: Surprise admissions of guilt and a brutal grilling occurred at the show's climax.
Kiwi MAFS star's screaming showdown at reunion dinner
OPINION: Is it editing? Is it acting? or is it just unhinged?
Four things I learned about relationships after watching a season of MAFS
OPINION: From gaslighting to grim groom behaviour, Mafs was full of cautionary tales.
‘Be gone horrible woman!‘: Bride and groom battle at brutal final vows
OPINION: Mafs is drawing to a close, but the drama is far from over.
Mafs couple’s last minute love decision sparks confusion
OPINION: One pair refused to accept their own final vows in an unprecedented 360.
Watch: Dua Lipa shocks Auckland fans with Neil Finn duet
Review: The pop star performed one of her 'favourite songs' with a true Kiwi icon.
Karl Puschmann: Is Rebecca Gibney’s musical-comedy a show stopper or a bit flat?
Review: Set in the Bay of Plenty, Happiness is familiar but uniquely Kiwi. But is it good?
Review: Auckland Philharmonia’s Enigma concert relives rich musical memories
REVIEW: Scottish composer’s work thrills fresh from London debut.
William Dart review: Dance and music unite in Taupō Hau Rau at Q Theatre
Chamber Music New Zealand’s 2025 season opener is anything but traditional.
Review: Sex Pistols prove punk is not dead
REVIEW: Punk is not dead. It's still there, just constantly changing.
Could MAFS dinner chaos see no shows at final vows?
OPINION: Fury and fallouts mar the final dinner party of the experiment.
Kiwi MAFS bride’s bold move behind husband’s back
OPINION: Bold betrayals of trust leave the final vows hanging in the balance.
‘The last straw’: ‘Cheating’ scandal rocks MAFS
REVIEW: One of the most controversial tasks in MAFS history was the last straw for some.
Kiwi bride scolded in tear-filled MAFS commitment ceremony
OPINION: The Jacqui and Ryan hamster wheel of emotions is up and running again.
Sweet Synthony: My night moshing with ‘half of Auckland’
REVIEW: last night proved why Synthony is an enduring success.
Karl Puschmann: Should you drink the Kool-Aid of Seth Rogen’s new comedy?
Review: The Studio is a chaotic love letter to the wild inner workings of Hollywood.
Mafs dinner party ‘sh**t show’: Will one groom even make it to the end?
OPINION: One of the final dinner parties of the experiment was a storm of emotions.
MAFS Australia’s homestay horrors: ‘It’s like The Lion The Witch and The Wardrobe in here’
OPINION: Jacqui was reduced to tears by Ryan's vision boards and mouldy blinds.
Could a beard mean ‘game over’ for key Mafs couple?
OPINION: It's one of the final tests, and some couples are failing hard.
‘Gave it my best shot’: Has infamous Mafs groom found redemption?
OPINION: There will be plenty of divided thoughts on this week's shock exit.
Karl Puschmann took his kids to Womad. ‘You should too’
Opinion: 'Womad is the perfect event to expand young (and old) minds.'
‘You’ve broken me’: Mafs bride reduced to tears as brutal truth revealed
OPINION: Fairy tale marriages are faltering as couples are forced to face the music.
What's the newest addition to Napier's 'Lover's Lane' like?
Madame Social brings Asian fusion and elegance to an already bustling seaside suburb.
Skirting the truth leads to ‘slap in the face’ for one Mafs bride
OPINION: Should Paul have just 'said it out loud'?