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It's time to put a group of NZ women into our national story of WWI, writes Jane Tolerton

The one literary award no self-respecting author would want to win.

Janet McAllister visits Birkenhead and Northcote for the next chapter of her book safari.

Anthony Ritchie is one of our busiest composers; his new music reflects on simpler times.

Pascal Atiga-Bridger returns to school to serve now for a better tomorrow.

Hip chamber orchestra makes magic with Bjork's music, writes William Dart.

For 128 years the little creature has been hiding in plain site.

Conversations with her 7-year-old daughter inspire one of NZ's leading choreographers.

Exclusive: Patron says the Auckland Art Galleries operating budget is a 'disgrace'.

Taut drama evocative meditation on dark side of dreaming big in world of pro sport.

Chamber music meets pop when Blackbird Ensemble gives Bjork star treatment.

Musical interpretations of painting techniques delivered with charisma and charm.

Once the youngest in a prestigious global competition, pianist Joyce Yang is back in NZ.

Two dances, deftly performed, add up to the kind of show you want to see more of.

Creative New Zealand names artist to represent country at 2019 Venice Biennale.

Play about Martin Luther King's final hours sees big themes dealt with warmth and humour.

Calling all rock stars to The Square. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Rachel Hunter has thrown her support behind a Maori culture exhibition in the US.

The now annual Auckland Arts Festival gets a revamp which includes a new music precinct.

Photographer captures stunning images of a rarely seen side of NZ - the country at night.

Spectrum of human emotions portrayed in the play Two will make you laugh and cry.

Out of tragedy has come a triumphant piece of music which celebrates hope and new life.

Scholarship in memory of lawyer continues legacy of generosity five years after her death.

Acclaimed writer Minette Walters swaps crime for history to craft gripping true life tale

Sarah Ell talks to New Zealand's own ghosthunter and scopes out Auckland's scariest sites.

Touring show Magicians has picked an NZ director with more than a few tricks up her sleeve

Comedian Dave Fane gets serious about his latest role, playing Martin Luther King.

NZ pianist Michael Houstoun makes a stylish French connection, writes William Dart.

Amanda Billing shows us how to put a floral spin on a usually spooky fete.