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Kerr, Hobbs, Whelpton, And Walsh Shine At 2025 International Track Meet
Saturday, 22 February 2025, 7:34 pm | Athletics New Zealand
As the Summer Circuit continues, all eyes now turn to the upcoming Jennian Homes New Zealand Track and Field Championships, in Dunedin form the 6th-9th of March. More >>
Te Matatini Kapa Haka Festival Projected To Bring In $27m For Taranaki, CEO Says
Saturday, 22 February 2025, 5:18 pm | RNZ
Thousand's are expected to converge on New Plymouth for the kapa haka competition, which is projected to bring in $27 million for the region, its chief executive says. More >>
Coffee Island Launches At Māngere Arts Centre
Saturday, 22 February 2025, 4:30 pm | Mary Afemata - Local Democracy Reporter
Coffee Island opens at the Māngere Arts Centre on Saturday 22 February from 10am to 3pm. More >>
Women's Shearing Record Under Way In West Australia
Saturday, 22 February 2025, 3:04 pm | Shearing Sports New Zealand
Alexia (“Lexi”) Phillips, from Waikato, is attempting the women’s solo eight-hours merino ewes record at Spring Valley Farm, Darkan, about 200km southeast of Perth. More >>
Championship Winners In Fine Form To Add To National Bowls Bling
Saturday, 22 February 2025, 5:05 am | Bowls New Zealand
There are 56 male teams and 26 female teams to gain the required four wins in section play to move to sudden death competition tomorrow with final set for Sunday. More >>
Golden Shears Entries Pass 400 As Big Annual Festival Looms
Friday, 21 February 2025, 9:07 pm | Shearing Sports New Zealand
Entries are expected to increase even more next year when the programme extends to four days to include the 2026 World Championships. More >>
Rising Singer-Songwriter Jenni Smith Shares Euphoric New Single ‘Laugh Louder’
Friday, 21 February 2025, 8:49 pm | Black Out Music
Written by Jenni with the help of her friend Agustina Rivas, Laugh Louder’ was recorded, produced, and mixed by Jenni’s regular collaborators: renowned engineer/producer Scott Seabright (Mumford and Sons, Broods, Six60), musician Neo Aiono-Fukushima, ... More >>
Everybody Digs By Harvey Pink's Flying Bathhouse Is Out Today Independently
Friday, 21 February 2025, 8:47 pm | Dinosaur City Records
Everybody Digs follows up where his debut left off, but finds the artist charting more vulnerable territory; each song a window into Harvey’s inner world of regret, anguish and revelation. More >>
Australian Music Royalty James Reyne Returns To Auckland For One Night Only, With Special Guest Josh Owen
Friday, 21 February 2025, 8:45 pm | NikNak Media
Presented by The Sound, the legendary singer and songwriter, and former frontman of Australian Crawl, will perform an acoustic set not to be missed at the Auckland Town Hall on October 4, 2025. More >>
James Fisher-Harris And Annessa Biddle Claim NZRL’s Top Player Awards For 2024
Friday, 21 February 2025, 8:43 pm | New Zealand Rugby League
For Fisher-Harris, this makes it two seasons in a row to be awarded the Steve Watene Memorial Medal, taking out the top honour in 2023 also. Biddle has taken it up another notch after her standout debut season in 2023 earned her the Kiwi Ferns Rookie of ... More >>
Pasifika Celebration Day Set To Shine In Horowhenua
Friday, 21 February 2025, 8:40 pm | Horowhenua District Council
Organised by Fale Pasifika Horowhenua, Pasifika Celebration Day will showcase an electrifying mix of traditional and contemporary Pacific performances, cuisine, and art, bringing together communities from across New Zealand for an afternoon of cultural ... More >>
Pop Icon Chaka Khan Announces Australia And New Zealand Headline Shows This April
Friday, 21 February 2025, 8:35 pm | Live Nation Entertainment
Chaka Khan, a beacon of musical brilliance, celebrated a pinnacle moment with her induction into the in 2023 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, marking five decades of unparalleled contributions to music. More >>
Kia Whanake Drops Waiata To Support Te Reo Māori Learning For Everyday
Friday, 21 February 2025, 8:32 pm | Maia Studio
“Kia Whanake means to grow or develop, and that is exactly what I hope this kaupapa will support,” says Wehi-Ngatai. More >>
In Celebration Of Gay Anthems
Friday, 21 February 2025, 6:58 pm | RNZ
Jason Parker joins Charlotte Ryan to talk about the show and share some of his favourite gay anthems. More >>
Haka At Destiny Church Protests: Māori And Pacific Leaders Weigh In
Friday, 21 February 2025, 6:29 pm | RNZ
"The misuse of haka to push colonial agendas is perversely ironic," says Eru Kapa-Kingi. More >>
Music Meets Visual Art: Synaesthesia Live At Victoria On The River
Friday, 21 February 2025, 4:28 pm | Synaesthesia
This free outdoor event brings together a unique lineup of artists, including Paper Cranes , Wildhorse, and Baltic Synthesis, blending indie-folk melodies, electronic soundscapes, and cinematic projections into a one-of-a-kind multi-sensory ... More >>
NZSA Kupu Kaitiaki & Kaituhi Mentor Programmes For Kaituhi Māori Now Open For Application
Friday, 21 February 2025, 4:06 pm | New Zealand Society of Authors
Designed for emerging writers who whakapapa Māori to have the opportunity to work closely with an acclaimed writer as their mentor to hone their tuhituhi ability and, in the process, evolve and refine a work toward a publishable state. More >>
Flaxxies Drop Australasian Tour Dates + New Single 'Sure Thing Dude!'
Friday, 21 February 2025, 11:41 am | Blackout Music Management
With ‘Sure Thing Dude!’ Flaxxies bring the fire with a vibey punk-pop track full of the infectious energy this young band is renowned for. A song that delves into the daunting prospect of having to go along with the flow of getting older, even ... More >>
Lewis Family Benefit
Friday, 21 February 2025, 11:02 am | NZSBK
Jake Lewis heads rivals Luca Durning (3) and Seth Devereux (11). Aaron Staples Photography. The power couple of Kiwi motorcycle racing look set to continue their winning ways in the final two rounds of the Star Insure New Zealand Superbike Championship Series ... More >>
Auckland’s Rising Indie Rock Stars Grapehouse Drop New Single & Hit The Stage
Friday, 21 February 2025, 10:54 am | Act Up Entertainment
After clinching their competition win, the band hit the studio with Dave Rhodes Productions to bring Thinking Way Too Much to life. They also teamed up with Will Slingsby (Off The Ground Productions) for an upcoming music video, set to drop soon. More >>
Auckland Indie-Rock Band VOOM Announce New Album 'Something Good Is Happening'
Thursday, 20 February 2025, 9:32 pm | The Label
Today the band have shared a video for brand new single ‘Trouble’, directed by Matthew Campbell Downs and made with the support of NZ on Air. More >>
No.1 Taylor Swift Tribute Show Announces NZ Tour
Thursday, 20 February 2025, 9:27 pm | Sandra Roberts
Taylor’s Story – direct from North America – landing this May. More >>
Wellington’s Own Queen Olivia III Launches Hilarious & Insightful Cat Guide At Unity Books
Thursday, 20 February 2025, 9:24 pm | Conrad Johnston
Published by Chronicle Books San Francisco, The Cat Operator’s Manual is an inventive, humorous, and practical guide to understanding and coexisting with feline companions. More >>
House Of Sand Brings Award-Winning Hybrid Performance To Dunedin Fringe
Thursday, 20 February 2025, 9:21 pm | House of Sand
Manage Your Expectations holds a lens up to live performance, through an ingenious combination of comedic storytelling, eye-popping live-feed cinematography, and profound movement. More >>
Be Inspired By Disney: The Magic Of Animation | Ngā Tāoreore Tūmatarau
Thursday, 20 February 2025, 9:13 pm | Wellington City Council
The internationally acclaimed exhibition of artworks opening today at Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre features more than 600 art masterpieces, spanning almost 100 years of Walt Disney Animation Studios creative legacy. More >>
The Hamilton | Kirikiriroa Festival Of Weird Is Cranking Up The Quirky Charm In The Heart Of The City
Thursday, 20 February 2025, 9:03 pm | Hamilton Kirikiriroa Festival Of Weird
Launched in 2023, this marks the festival's second year. Event organisers Lauren Kerr-Bell and Sandra Jensen are thrilled to infuse public spaces with eccentric creativity. More >>
High Quality Bowlers Flock To Christchurch For National Championships
Thursday, 20 February 2025, 8:56 pm | Bowls New Zealand
Leading in that respect in the fours is the highly rated Nelson combination of internationals, Shannon McIlroy and Ali Forsyth plus current national pairs champion Lance Pascoe and Craig Tinker to form a strong combination in the fours. More >>
‘We’ve Not Done Anything Wrong’ - Robinson Firm On INEOS Court Action
Thursday, 20 February 2025, 8:49 pm | RNZ
NZ Rugby CEO said the suing the petrochemical giant was the best course of action. More >>
Who Still Has A Landline Phone?
Thursday, 20 February 2025, 8:37 pm | RNZ
Some parents want to avoid the pitfalls of smartphones and social media while keeping their kids connected to their friends. Home phones are helping. More >>
Levin Harriers Club Celebrates 60 Years With Free Community Events
Thursday, 20 February 2025, 4:12 pm | Sport Manawatu
The events are designed to be inclusive and accessible to all, welcoming participants of all ages and fitness levels. Whether you’re a dedicated runner or just looking for a casual stroll, these 3km routes offer the perfect opportunity to get active ... More >>
Te Tuhi Marks 50th Anniversary With ‘50 Years On’ Exhibition Showcasing Archival Ephemera - 1975–2025
Thursday, 20 February 2025, 3:25 pm | Te Tuhi
Opening on 6 April and running until 21 December 2025, this exhibition offers a rare glimpse into the evolution of Te Tuhi, from its beginnings as the Pakuranga Community and Cultural Centre in 1975 to its current standing as one of Aotearoa New Zealand’s ... More >>
Halberg Winners Headline 2025 International Track Meet
Thursday, 20 February 2025, 2:57 pm | Athletics New Zealand
Featuring 10 Olympians, five national record holders, two world champions, and one Olympic gold medallist, the ITM is shaping up to be one of the most exciting meets on the New Zealand Summer Circuit. More >>
Pasifika Festival 2025: Celebrating The Heartbeat Of The Pacific In Tāmaki Makaurau
Thursday, 20 February 2025, 1:00 pm | Tataki Auckland Unlimited
With over 1,000 performers and participation from eleven Pacific Island nations—including Aotearoa, Cook Islands, Fiji, Hawai’i, Niue, Samoa, Tokelau, and Tonga—the festival promises to be a dazzling showcase of live music, dance, arts and crafts, traditional More >>
Perfume Genius & Aldous Harding Stun On 'No Front Teeth'
Thursday, 20 February 2025, 10:16 am | The Label
The music video is directed by Cody Critcheloe (who directed Perfume Genius’ legendary'Queen' video) and is a fever dream-unhinged, sexually charged, hilarious and riveting, leaving the viewer questioning what is real and what is an aberration. More >>
Jensen McRae Announces New Album I Don't Know How But They Found Me!
Thursday, 20 February 2025, 9:32 am | The Label
Set against the backdrop of heartbreak, self-discovery, and the complexities of love, I Don’t Know How But They Found Me! is a bold evolution for the young artist. More >>
Early Start For Golden Shears Punters
Thursday, 20 February 2025, 8:55 am | Shearing Sports New Zealand
The shearing circuit, which tests the versatility of shearers over five different wool types, started with a possible record 38 entries when the first round was held at the New Zealand Merino (finewool) championships in Alexandra in late-September. More >>
‘Kiwi Challenge’ Ready For New Zealand Open
Thursday, 20 February 2025, 8:22 am | New Zealand Open
The ‘Kiwi Challenge’, a key feature of the New Zealand Open this year, brings together the nation’s top golfers as they compete against an international field for the Brodie Breeze trophy. More >>
New Storywalk Coming To Rangiora
Wednesday, 19 February 2025, 9:32 pm | David Hill - Local Democracy Reporter
A storywalk is set to become a permanent attraction in Rangiora. More >>
A-Leagues Shine In Strong Summer Of Football
Wednesday, 19 February 2025, 9:19 pm | A-Leagues
A-Leagues Commissioner, Nick Garcia said: “After a fascinating period of A-Leagues action, it’s been great to see the continued growth in some of our core metrics." More >>
Jo Randerson Won’t Be Put In A Box
Wednesday, 19 February 2025, 9:15 pm | Elephant Publicity
Take a trip into the audacious inner life of Jo Randerson ONZM (they/them) for Silo Theatre’s first 2025 production. SPEED IS EMOTIONAL - part theatre, part comedy, part music, all explosion - hits Q Theatre Loft, 16 April – 3 May. More >>
Love Party Bring Big Moon Energy To New Track ‘Moonbaby’
Wednesday, 19 February 2025, 9:12 pm | Great NZ Publicity
“Moonbaby is a song about worshipping the moon cycle and all the other natural cycles” share the band. “We live with them and they can sometimes be tough but really they’re beautiful and we love them.” More >>
Excitement Builds For Trundles New Zealand Offroad Racing Championship 2025 At Midhirst On March 8th
Wednesday, 19 February 2025, 9:11 pm | NZ Offroad Racing Championship
Over 50 racers are set to compete, including a number of talented local drivers from Taranaki, each determined to make their mark on the track. More >>
The Rural Sport Of Speed-Fencing
Wednesday, 19 February 2025, 7:48 pm | RNZ
Like sporting champions from days gone, speed-fencing title holder Tim Garrick keeps fit by working the hill country. More >>
New And Unseen Art Exploring Cultural Voice And Climate At Centre Of New Hastings Art Gallery Exhibitions
Wednesday, 19 February 2025, 4:10 pm | Hastings Art Gallery
Hastings Art Gallery feature new and never-seen-before work – one exploring our relationships to the natural world and the other showcasing the journey of a nationally significant fashion collective. More >>
Head Of Renowned French Orchestra Appointed NZSO Chief Executive
Wednesday, 19 February 2025, 3:46 pm | NZSO
Feldman’s appointment was announced today by NZSO Board Chair Carmel Walsh and follows an exhaustive national and international search for the national orchestra’s next Chief Executive. More >>
NZOC Congratulates Olympian Marcus Daniell
Wednesday, 19 February 2025, 11:07 am | NZOC
The Sport New Zealand Leadership Award celebrates individuals who have demonstrated exceptional leadership qualities within the sports community. More >>
NZ Herald Releases Investigative Podcast On Infamous Kiwi Drug Cartel Mr Asia
Wednesday, 19 February 2025, 10:40 am | NZME.
In collaboration with Bird of Paradise Productions and with the support of NZ On Air, NZ Herald has produced the investigative podcast Mr Asia: A Forgotten History, looking into one of the most notorious drug empires in Kiwi history. More >>
The Play That Goes Wrong - Producers Finally Announce Cast!
Wednesday, 19 February 2025, 10:11 am | Sandra Roberts
The cast includes Joe Kosky who you might recognise from his acclaimed performance as Dewey Finn in the hit stage musical School of Rock throughout Australia and New Zealand as well as Shrek in Shrek or Oz in Come From Away. More >>
Moana Auckland Sustainability Expo Celebrates Ocean Conservation And Community Action
Wednesday, 19 February 2025, 10:05 am | Tataki Auckland Unlimited
Presented by Tātaki Auckland Unlimited on behalf of Auckland Council, the Expo is part of a six-week celebration focused on Auckland’s deep connection to the sea. More >>
Nuggets Announce Darcy Knox As Latest Signing For 2025
Wednesday, 19 February 2025, 9:20 am | Otago Nuggets
Knox joins Matthew Bardsley as the second player publicly announced as returning to the Nuggets' roster in 2025. More >>
Aotearoa's Serebii Releases New Single ‘Dime'
Wednesday, 19 February 2025, 8:42 am | The Label
The typically quiet and humble artist recognised what he had captured in the song, and named it appropriately—a dime, as in a perfect ten. “I just remember being like, that’s a dime. I got my dime,” said Callum. More >>
Australian Stars Take Aim At New Zealand Open Title
Wednesday, 19 February 2025, 8:32 am | New Zealand Open
The New Zealand Open promises to be an exciting spectacle for fans, with an array of events and activities to engage spectators at Millbrook Resort. For those at home, LIVE coverage will be on Sky Sport in New Zealand, Fox and Kayo in Australia and ... More >>
Sculpture Takes Flight At South Auckland Library
Tuesday, 18 February 2025, 10:10 pm | Torika Tokalau - Local Democracy Reporter
Jadyn Flavell’s 4 metre-high Te Manu Ka Rewa sculpture was unveiled at the Manurewa Library last December. More >>
Dame Lydia Ko Wins Supreme Halberg Award
Tuesday, 18 February 2025, 9:50 pm | RNZ
Golf legend Dame Lydia Ko has won New Zealand's top sporting honour, the Supreme Halberg Award. More >>
What You Need To Know About Te Matatini 2025 - The 'Olympics Of Kapa Haka'
Tuesday, 18 February 2025, 9:28 pm | RNZ
The national kapa haka competition returns on 25 February, hosted this year in Ngāmotu/New Plymouth. More >>
Outstanding Minds Join Wānaka Festival Of Colour’s Aspiring Conversations
Tuesday, 18 February 2025, 9:14 pm | Elephant Publicity
This year, a diverse range of more than twenty speakers, who have grappled with the big issues and made an impact on the world we live in, will delve into discussions that traverse politics, Te Tiriti, food foraging, media and personal stories. More >>
Award-Winning Performance, Only Bones – Daniel Nodder Debuts In Te Waipounamu
Tuesday, 18 February 2025, 9:11 pm | Fay Van Der Meulen
Only Bones – Daniel Nodder is the eleventh iteration of The Only Bones Project. Created by award-winning physical and circus performer, Thom Monckton (The Artist, The King of Taking), The Only Bones Project is designed to challenge and celebrate ... More >>
New Zealand's Top Pianists Compete For The Top Prize At The 57th National Concerto Competition
Tuesday, 18 February 2025, 8:59 pm | National Concerto Competition
This year, pianists Shan Liu (Auckland), Henry Meng (Auckland), and Otis Prescott-Mason (Wellington), will perform their chosen concertos with the Christchurch Symphony Orchestra under the baton of James Judd. More >>
Community in Crisis: Upper Hutt’s Only Inline Hockey Rink Faces Closure
Tuesday, 18 February 2025, 8:15 pm | Inline Hockey New Zealand
“This isn’t just about a rink—it’s about a community,” said a club representative. “For years, this space has fostered teamwork, fitness, and passion for the sport. Losing it would be devastating for inline hockey and other roller sports in the region.” More >>
Michael Peña To Play In The New Zealand Open Pro-Am
Tuesday, 18 February 2025, 7:19 pm | New Zealand Open
With a career spanning over 2 decades, Peña has established himself as one of Hollywood's most talented actors, praised for his ability to bring depth & authenticity to his characters. An avid golf enthusiast, he will be playing alongside long-time friend ... More >>
