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Songs of the week: July 9

Welcome to the first in our weekly survey of new tracks that have caught our ears.

Review: New rom-com surprisingly sweet, smart and funny

Gift for comedy that Lawrence has previously shown is put to good use in No Hard Feelings.

‘I’ve got to get out’: Why Linda Clark left TVNZ in 2006

In 2006, she broke silence on what's wrong with journalism & myth women can have it all.

Queerness shines in TV series made for Kiwi kids

The show’s queerness is joyful while the spookier themes are palatable for younger kids.

Review: New Arthur Russell album offers a hint of his prolific work

It isn’t an easy album, but it’s another insight into Russell’s prismatic diversity.

Rock raconteur Henry Rollins recalls ‘interesting’ night during NZ gig

Henry Rollins returns to NZ, where fans have given him magic memories in the past.

Tamati Rimene-Sproat's fortunate move from TVNZ current affairs

Presenter reveals moment he realise he wanted to leave TVNZ before going out on his own.

What TVNZ+’s move into sport means for fans on the couch

Spoiler: It doesn’t necessarily mean there’s more sport available on your television.

Russell Baillie: My encounters with the late Tina Turner

The singer once admitted to Baillie she didn't recognise her voice on the radio years ago.

Why Kiwi actor couldn’t stay behind the camera for Aus detective comedy

She was only meant to direct, but after reading the script she knew she could do more.

New history streaming platform has facts at your fingertips

Well-told tales of bygone eras are back in vogue on platforms such as History Hit.

BBC series follows post-war UK migrants down under

Subplots turn what could have been a generational sweep into a family drama with frills.

Review: Space Waltz' new album resolves unfinished business

Album is contemporary rock jettisoning prog-glam in favour of something earthy and tough.

Radio host Nathan Rarere finds his real voice at RNZ

The racism taken for granted when he was growing up still resonates today.

NZ writer's cult book takes frightening turn in Disney+ adaptation

"I expect a call from Taika for a lead in his next film,” writer JP Pomare says.

Review: Sequel to Book Club follows a safer script

Unless you enjoy Fonda spouting double entendres, for the most part, it's lighthearted.