Category: entertainment
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Auckland's Week Ahead: Titirangi Escapes, Bike Parties and Double Gold Art
OurAuckland's 15-21 October e-news rounds up Titirangi weekend escapes, Compost Collective workshops, the Takapuna Big Bike Party, MOTAT's Flying Live Day and two gold-winning public art projects.
EntertainmentHealthMediaMusicFilm and TVSocial IssuesEducation AucklandTitirangiTakapuna Big Bike PartyMOTATBest Design AwardsMental Health Awareness WeekAuckland Council
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Auckland Council Marks Mental Health Awareness Week With Free Events
Auckland Council's OurAuckland e-news highlights Mental Health Awareness Week events, Kids Learn to Ride, the Heritage Festival finale and new west Auckland playgrounds.
HealthEntertainmentPolitics and GovernmentSocial IssuesEducationTransportationGeneral Politics Auckland CouncilMental Health Awareness WeekAuckland Heritage FestivalOurAucklandTāmaki MakaurauKids Learn to RideDavid Lange Park
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Auckland Council's OurAuckland e-news: Diwali, Heritage Festival and School Holiday Fun
Auckland Council's weekly e-newsletter highlights Diwali celebrations, the Auckland Heritage Festival 2026, Hauraki Gulf staycations, soft plastics recycling and a packed line-up of school holiday activities.
EntertainmentEnvironmentSocial IssuesEducation Auckland CouncilOurAucklandDiwaliAuckland Heritage FestivalHauraki Gulfschool holiday activitiesWaitākere Ranges
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The Billionaire’s Utopian Blind Spot: Why Silicon Valley Idolises a Socialist Sci-Fi Legend
Silicon Valley's tech titans idolise Iain M. Banks's Culture series — a moneyless, anarcho-communist utopia with no private property and no billionaires. The late Scottish socialist was blunt about it: "Which bit of not having private property have these people…
Science & TechnologyEntertainmentBusinessMediaDigital and Print PublishingArtificial IntelligenceSocial IssuesComputers and Internet Iain M. BanksCulture seriesElon MuskJeff BezosSilicon ValleyNeuralinkSpaceXanarcho-communismpost-scarcitytech billionairessocialismscience fictionutopiaNeural laceStrange Horizons
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NZ Classification Office Adds Resources on Illegal Online Games, Smart Glasses and Porn
New Zealand's Classification Office has published new website resources covering illegal online games, smart glasses and porn, alongside its monthly breakdown of cinema and streaming decisions.
MediaLaw EnforcementEntertainmentDigital and Print PublishingFilm and TVSocial IssuesLegal Office of Film and Literature Classificationillegal online gamessmart glassesporncontent classificationstreaming
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Wellington City Council Approves Lease Variation for Arlington Site in Mt Cook
Wellington City Council has approved a proposal to vary the lease agreement between the Council and Kāinga Ora for the Arlington Site in Mt Cook.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessEntertainmentState GovernmentsReal EstateFinancial MarketsMusic Wellington City CouncilKāinga OraArlington SiteMt Cooklease variationS&P rating outlookTākina
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S&P Revises Wellington City Council Credit Rating Outlook to Stable
S&P Global Ratings has lifted Wellington City Council's credit rating outlook from negative to stable, as the council backs three capital festivals and hosts the national barbershop convention.
BusinessEntertainmentFinancial MarketsMusicState Governments Wellington City CouncilS&P Global Ratingscredit ratingMusika o MātairangiBarbershop Harmony New ZealandTākinaRace of Champions
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Auckland Heritage Festival Returns as Daylight Saving Kicks Off School Holiday Fun
Auckland Council's OurAuckland e-news highlights school holiday activities, the Auckland Heritage Festival 2026, daylight saving, outdoor events and a tsunami siren test at Orewa Beach.
EntertainmentMediaScience & TechnologyEnvironmentVideo GamesEducationGeneral Weather Auckland CouncilAuckland Heritage Festivaldaylight savingschool holidaystsunami siren testingNew Zealand Game Developers ConferenceAuckland Botanic Gardens
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Race of Champions roars into Wellington for historic 2027 showdown
Wellington's Hnry Stadium will host the world's fastest drivers as the Race Of Champions makes its New Zealand debut in 2027.
SportPolitics and GovernmentTransportationSocial IssuesEntertainment Race Of ChampionsWellingtonHnry StadiummotorsportWellington City Council2027
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Government events funds deliver $41m net benefit, first data shows
First independent results from the Events Attraction Package and Events Boost Fund show 17 events generated more than $41 million in net benefit and drew almost 90,000 visitors.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessEntertainmentSportEconomyGeneral PoliticsMusicTourism Louise UpstonEvents Attraction PackageEvents Boost FundNew Zealand tourismMBIEULTRA Music FestivalFIFA World SeriesNew Zealand Government
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Wellington Council Backs Faster, Flexible Plan to Revitalise Courtenay Precinct
Wellington City Council opts for a partnership-based programme of place-based improvements to the Courtenay precinct, while also approving a new central city bus route along Harbour Quays.
Politics and GovernmentEntertainmentTransportationSocial IssuesState GovernmentsOther Parties Wellington City CouncilCourtenay precinctHarbour Quayspublic transportWorld of WearableArtwomen's suffrage
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Government Backs $880,000 WOW Exhibition for Wellington 2027
New Zealand invests $880,000 from the Major Events Fund in a World of WearableArt Exhibition premiering in Wellington in 2027, expected to draw over 1,500 international visitors.
Politics and GovernmentEntertainmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsEconomyFilm and TVSocial Issues World of WearableArtLouise UpstonWellingtonMajor Events FundTourism and HospitalityGlobal Wearable Art SummitNew Zealand Government
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Independent Review Finds Shortcomings in Wellington Central Library Website
An independent review of Te Matapihi ki te Ao Nui Central Library's website found shortcomings in procurement, governance and value for money, Wellington City Council says.
Politics and GovernmentEntertainmentState GovernmentsSocial IssuesMedia Wellington City CouncilTe Matapihi ki te Ao Nui Central Libraryindependent reviewLife FlightBee in the Citypublic art trailWellington
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Wellington City Council Launches FYI Fridays Guide to Public Toilets
Wellington City Council's FYI Fridays series tells residents where to find public toilets in Pōneke, saying knowing your nearest loo is a hometown superpower.
Politics and GovernmentEntertainmentState GovernmentsSocial IssuesFilm and TV Wellington City CouncilPōnekepublic toiletsFYI FridaysCity Gallery WellingtonCornelia ParkerOur Wellington
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City Gallery Wellington to reopen with Cornelia Parker exhibition
City Gallery Wellington Te Whare Toi will reopen in Te Ngākau Civic Square on Saturday 10 October after two years, with an exhibition by Cornelia Parker, described as one of the 21st century's most significant artists.
Politics and GovernmentEntertainmentGeneral PoliticsEconomyLegal City Gallery WellingtonCornelia ParkerTe Ngākau Civic SquareWellington City CouncilTe Whare Toiart exhibitionmuseums and galleries
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Wellington City Council Announces Busy September Schedule
Wellington City Council reveals a full September events calendar, urging residents to participate. This follows major festivals, though Khandallah Pool will remain closed for the 2026/27 summer season.
Politics and GovernmentEntertainmentBusinessEducationSocial Issues Wellington City CouncilSeptember EventsKhandallah PoolWellington on a PlateNZ International Film FestivalCommunity Activities
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Wellington Celebrates Enduring Culinary Classics
Wellington City Council shines a light on the long-standing restaurants, cafes, and bars that solidify the city's reputation as Aotearoa New Zealand's culinary capital, celebrating their enduring appeal and diverse offerings.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessEntertainmentGeneral PoliticsEconomyEducationSocial Issues WellingtonRestaurantsCafesBarsCulinaryAotearoaWellington City Council
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Verb Readers & Writers Festival Returns to Wellington This September
After a year's break, the Verb Readers & Writers Festival is set to return to Wellington in September, promising a full program for the capital's literary enthusiasts.
Politics and GovernmentEntertainmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsDigital and Print PublishingTransportationSocial Issues Verb Readers & Writers FestivalWellingtonLiterary FestivalArts & CultureSeptemberWellington City Council
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Wellington Council to Refund Parking Overcharges, Issues Avian Flu Warning
Wellington City Council will refund motorists overcharged due to a weekend parking meter software error in central Wellington. The Council also issued a public advisory, urging residents not to feed birds to prevent the spread of avian flu.
Politics and GovernmentHealthEntertainmentState GovernmentsMedical ScienceMusicTransportationLegal Wellington City CouncilParkingRefundsSoftware ErrorAvian FluPublic HealthWellington
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GREAT SOUNDS GREAT Festival Unveils Full 2026 Line-Up
Eyegum Music Collective has announced the complete artist line-up for the highly anticipated GREAT SOUNDS GREAT festival in 2026. Music enthusiasts can now discover all the incredible acts performing at the event.
Politics and GovernmentEntertainmentGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsMusicSocial Issues GREAT SOUNDS GREATEyegum Music CollectiveMusic FestivalWellington2026EventsWellington City Council
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Media Monitor: One News NZ Reports Paul Henry's Political Bid, Police Misconduct, and Outback Murder Anniversary
One News NZ reports broadcaster Paul Henry is standing for the ACT Party, a police officer remains on duty after discarding cannabis, and unseen photos mark 25 years since the Outback murder.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementEntertainmentWorldGeneral PoliticsElectionLegalFilm and TVSocial Issues Paul HenryACT PartyNew Zealand PoliticsPolice MisconductCannabisPeter FalconioOutback MurderAustraliaOne News NZ
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Media Monitor: Actor Sam Neill Dies at 78
France 24 is reporting that New Zealand actor Sam Neill, known for 'Jurassic Park' and 'The Piano,' has died at 78. His family announced his passing, stating he was cancer-free at the time.
EntertainmentHealthBusinessFilm and TVMedical ScienceDigital and Print PublishingAgriculture Sam NeillDeathActorJurassic ParkCinemaObituaryFrance 24
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Media Monitor: Actor Sam Neill, Star of 'Jurassic Park,' Dies at 78
France 24 is reporting that New Zealand actor Sam Neill, known for his roles in "Jurassic Park" and "The Piano," died Monday at 78 in Sydney, according to his family.
EntertainmentHealthFilm and TVMedical ScienceDigital and Print Publishing Sam NeillActorDeathJurassic ParkFilmObituaryFrance 24
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ULTRA New Zealand Festival Delivers Multi-Million Dollar Economic Boost to Wellington
The inaugural ULTRA New Zealand Music Festival in Wellington generated $5.4 million in new visitor spending. The sold-out event attracted 25,000 attendees, providing a significant economic boost to the capital.
BusinessEntertainmentSportPolitics and GovernmentEconomyMusicGeneral Politics ULTRA New ZealandWellingtonMusic FestivalEconomic ImpactVisitor SpendFresh Info LtdWellington City Council
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Chill this long weekend with the All Blacks and Matariki Ahi Kā
Wellington's Pōneke is set for a vibrant long weekend, hosting an All Blacks rugby test and Matariki events. The city council encourages residents and visitors to experience the capital's diverse activities.
Politics and GovernmentSportEntertainmentGeneral PoliticsEducationSocial Issues WellingtonPōnekeAll BlacksMatarikiRugbyEventsLong WeekendWellington City Council
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Inverlochy House to Host "Playing with Gesture" Exhibition
Inverlochy House hosts "Playing with Gesture," an exhibition featuring five artists—Denise Durkin, Christine Massey, Maria O'Toole, and Christine Winbush—exploring figure drawing from July 2-24, 2026.
EntertainmentEducationMediaDigital and Print PublishingSocial Issues ExhibitionFigure DrawingVisual ArtsInverlochy HouseArtistsDenise DurkinChristine Winbush
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St John's in the City Unveils Diverse Summer Program of Faith, Culture, and Community
St John's in the City announces a vibrant lineup of events, including a cross-cultural student visit, a public theology lecture, and various community courses. The church fosters spiritual growth, strengthens relationships, and promotes cultural understanding through diverse programs.
WorldEntertainmentEducationSocial IssuesAsiaAustralasiaMusic St John's in the CityWellingtonCross-Cultural ExchangeTheology LectureCommunity ProgramsFundraisingChristian Faith
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Media Monitor: One News NZ Reports on Lotto Wins, Aerial Surprises, and Worker Fines
One News NZ is reporting on a Huntly store's unusual Lotto success, a 'wholesome surprise' in Queenstown aerial images, and a horticulture company fined for migrant worker violations.
BusinessSportEntertainmentLaw EnforcementEmployment and LaborLegalSocial IssuesFilm and TVEconomy LottoHuntlyQueenstownMigrant WorkersHorticultureFootballTaylor SwiftOne News NZ
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Friends of Te Papa to Host Mid-Winter Lunch at Le Bouillon Bel Air
Friends of Te Papa are invited to a mid-winter lunch at Le Bouillon Bel Air on July 9. The three-course meal celebrates connection and community on the eve of Matariki, offering classic French dishes.
BusinessEntertainmentSocial IssuesEconomyEducation Friends of Te PapaLe Bouillon Bel AirWellingtonMid-Winter LunchMatarikiCommunityFrench Cuisine
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Wellington Council Establishes Expert Business Advisory Groups
Wellington City Council has formed three expert business advisory groups to accelerate economic growth. This initiative fulfills a key commitment from the Council's Triennium Plan 2025–2028, aiming to drive development and prosperity in the city.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessEntertainmentState GovernmentsEconomySocial IssuesFilm and TV Wellington City CouncilEconomic GrowthBusiness Advisory GroupsTriennium PlanWellingtonLocal GovernmentEconomic Development