Entertainment

All tribulation but no triumph for BOP Symphonia

Bay of Plenty Symphonia musicians were poised and ready to play but have once again had to cancel their concert because of Alert level restrictions. This weekend's... Read More

Tauranga’s return to racing is without spectators

The return to horse racing at Tauranga this Saturday will be behind closed doors. Level 2 means that no spectators, sponsors or owners will be present which... Read More

The struggle of survival for major events in WBOP

It has been a difficult time for most industries around the country. But for those working in the events industry, the lockdowns have left them with sunk costs... Read More

Caitriona Fallon to perform at Entertainers Club

A memorable concert coming up in September at the Entertainers Club will feature Caitriona Fallon and her outstanding band. Caitriona is known... Read More

New season of revolutionary short documentaries

New Zealand's most popular short documentary initiative has returned with a brand-new collection of eight short documentaries, each taking on the turbulent year... Read More

What‘s on - hydrofest, uku and Ash Laforteza

Good morning and welcome to Sunday. Morena koutou katoa. Kia pai te ra ki nga hoa me nga whanau. Today there will be some cloudy periods with perhaps the odd... Read More

World premiere amongst delayed events

The move back to COVID-19 alert Level 2 is disrupting Tauranga's entertainment calendar and frustrating local venue managers who are having to postpone or cancel... Read More

Lotto winner wins $1 million

A lucky Lotto player from Palmerston North will be toasting a special win after winning $1 million with Lotto First Division in Saturday night's live Lotto... Read More

Silver Scroll 2020: Top five finalists announced

Songs by L.A.B., Reb Fountain, Nadia Reid, Benee, and Troy Kingi have been chosen as the top five contenders for the 2020 Silver Scroll songwriting award. The... Read More

What‘s on - powerboats, markets, rugby

Good morning and welcome to Saturday. Kia harikoa. Kaua e manukanuka. Kia hari to whanau me o hoa. Fine spells are increasing today with a possible shower, and... Read More

Covid-19: Surge in demand for games and jigsaws

In these uncertain times, more and more grown-ups are finding solace in jigsaws, board games and even Lego. Cerberus Games hobby store in downtown Wellington... Read More

Putting a price on the priceless at Rotorua Museum

He was asked to price the priceless and he came up with a figure of $24.6 million. That is how much Rotorua Museum's collection of taonga has been valued at by... Read More