New Zealand'Kiwis have been generous to author'The Taxpayers’ Union says Kiwis have done more than enough to support under-fire author Eleanor Catton, who received upward of $50k in funding over the last few years.30 Jan 05:00 AM
EntertainmentScary Sheen portrait 'captures essence of addiction'Charlie Sheen says this is the true face of addiction.29 Jan 07:10 PM
New ZealandArt deco building to be a facadeThe historic former headquarters of lingerie company Berlei, standing in the way of the $500 million-plus SkyCity International Convention Centre, will be gutted and only its facade will remain.28 Jan 04:00 PM
LifestyleWinning artwork smashedThe winning sculpture at a New Zealand outdoor art exhibition is among a number of works vandalised in the opening weekend of the free public event.26 Jan 04:00 PM
LifestylePhotos: Zodiac signs as monstersThis is your star sign as you've never seen it before. Artist and illustrator Damon Hellandbrand has reimagined every sign of the zodiac as a monster.25 Jan 09:00 PM
EntertainmentChris Abrahams, Te Uru WaitakereThe first evening concert of Te Uru Waitakere's Black Rainbow festival augured well for the gallery's enterprising cultural mix.25 Jan 04:00 PM
EntertainmentAuckland Arts Festival: Revenge of the pencil sharpenerSee what happens when the boss turns his back in the fantasy world of BLAM! says Dionne Christian.24 Jan 02:07 AM
EntertainmentPatricia Greig: Dazzling light show like attracting moths to a flameSince I was small, art galleries have been a place of Zen for me. I relish the chance to explore, analyse and relate to the infinite ways in which human beings can express artistic creativity.23 Jan 04:00 PM
EntertainmentPhotos: Sculpture on the GulfThe Sculpture on the Gulf art walk returns to Waiheke Island tomorrow for its seventh season.23 Jan 12:55 AM
LifestyleThe Greeks knew it wasn't rude to be nudeIn the Ancient world, man in his naked form was thought to be in perfect balance; it was the uniform of righteousness and heroism, writes Harry Mount.19 Jan 01:10 AM
New ZealandHis designs offended and inspiredSir Ian Athfield, whose whimsical and eclectic designs played a major part in shaping modern New Zealand architecture, has died aged 74.15 Jan 11:49 PM
LifestylePhotos: Amazing fruit & veg artIt started with a picture posted on Instagram of her weekly groceries last year, but now Amber Locke is being commissioned to create her 'veg art' by the likes of Jamie Oliver and Android.13 Jan 11:10 PM
CompaniesWarhol beats Picasso in auction salesAndy Warhol was the top-selling artist at auction last year as increased competition for the most-expensive segment of the market drove global art sales higher.01 Jan 04:00 PM
EntertainmentThe year's most pirated filmsA film about a corrupt Wall Street stockbroker and an animated Disney movie were the two most pirated films of 2014.29 Dec 10:03 PM
WorldItaly looks for help with heritageItaly's leading tourist attractions including the Colosseum could soon be in foreign hands as the country seeks new directors from around the world to make its museums more profitable.25 Dec 04:00 PM
EntertainmentSummer interns get down with historyThe Auckland Museum is on the hunt for interns for its summer programme, writes Sarah Ell.19 Dec 04:00 PM
EntertainmentClassical CD: The generosity of musicForget red-nosed Rudolphs and jingling bells. December is a month for taking stock, reflecting on the joys and achievements of the year. And what better way than through CDs, including some outstanding local releases12 Dec 11:35 PM
EntertainmentComic artist drawn back to actionKiwi comic creator Dylan Horrocks' love of the medium was beaten to a pulp by Batgirl, but was sparked back into life through a trip into his own imaginary landscape.11 Dec 04:00 PM
EntertainmentCover girl returns for MessiahWhen Auckland Choral does its annual Messiah in two weeks' time, the four soloists will be headed by soprano Madeleine Pierard.29 Nov 01:02 AM
