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Young ballet dancer's star rising overseas

Up-and-coming Canterbury ballet talent Tāmati Graham is home for about two months as he prepares for a second stint overseas.

Hamish Kilgour overwhelmed by problems before death - coroner

Hamish Kilgour overwhelmed by problems before death - coroner

A coroner has found NZ musician Hamish Kilgour was overwhelmed by life's challenges before his death in Christchurch.

The Court Theatre - back on centre stage

"We stayed the course and, my God, we’re delighted with what we have." That is how Court Theatre artistic advisor Ross Gumbley feels about their new $56m home in central Christchurch.

Millions going mad for NZ-made garden game

Grow a Garden, a farming simulation game, has exploded as one of the most played titles of the...

'Created by a 16yo in three or four days': Millions going mad for NZ-made garden game

Grow a Garden, a NZ-made game where players plant virtual seeds and grow exotic plants, had 20 million people playing it at once last weekend.

Dead Video alive

Dead Video owner, Evan Kiddey in front of his horror and cult collection, the largest in...

'It was a total risk, but I was stubborn': Dead Video alive

When Evan Kiddey first opened Dead Video in Christchurch, he was given one piece of advice by everyone he spoke to: “Don’t do it”. Now his retro video store is standing strong in the face of the digital era.

Cathedral lit up for Matariki

The Christ Church Cathedral has been illuminated by a powerful projection for Matariki.

Nimble needles create for others

Knitters from the Rakaia and Methven knitting groups will join together on June 14. PHOTO:...

Nimble needles create for others

Knitters will descend on Chertsey Cafe or Ashburton Public Library for World Knit in Public Day on June 14.

Digital whodunnit for the TikTok generation

The Sender puts the spotlight on the dangers and growing epidemic of image-based abuse and...

Digital whodunnit for the TikTok generation

A NZ-produced series, inspired by millennial television shows like Gossip Girl and The Sender, is shining a spotlight on the growing epidemic of image-based abuse and bullying.

Host of The Chase NZ revealed

Host of The Chase NZ revealed

Broadcaster Paul Henry has been named as the host of The Chase New Zealand, a gig which he accepted with "no hesitation".

Tour of the night sky from hot pools

Bathers in Hanmer Springs will be able to go on a guided tour of our galaxy while relaxing in a hot pool during the upcoming Matariki celebrations.

Matariki extravaganza a no go

The Kaiapoi Matariki fireworks and light festival will not take place this year. PHOTO: JOHN...

Matariki extravaganza a no go

Matariki will be a lot quieter in Kaiapoi this year after the popular fireworks and light festival was cancelled due to a lack of funding.

'I wear my heart right on my forehead'

Christchurch soul singer: 'I wear my heart right on my forehead'

Whether she's writing deeply personal songs or counselling someone through a tough time, Christchurch-born and raised soul singer Ladi6 believes we're all in this together.

Canterbury on the big screen at Cannes

A team of NZ actors and narrators including Davey Round, Robert Tait and the Wizard of New...

Canterbury on the big screen at Cannes

Canterbury has hit the big screen at the Cannes Film Festival which runs until Saturday.

Ticket holders frustrated with refund process

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Ticket holders frustrated with refund process after airshow failed to take off

A frustrated Christchurch man who purchased tickets to a popular Marlborough airshow says it is unfair to be reimbursed only part of the ticket price after the event was called off.

'I became and remain unemployable'

Kamahl Santamaria left TVNZ in May 2022. Photo: TVNZ / Supplied

'I became and remain unemployable', says ex-TVNZ Breakfast presenter

Former TVNZ presenter Kamahl Santamaria has been granted his request to move his case to the Employment Court.

Hip-hop artist dedicates first book to late friend

Christchurch musician Sam Dunlay has released his first book, The Caterpillar, which is dedicated to the memory of a long-time friend and collaborator.