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Art tribute to wharf 'thugs' covered up
An artwork depicting controversial strikes on Auckland's waterfront 100 years ago has been covered up ahead of its removal this morning.

Dancer living his ultimate dream
We profile stars of Cirque du Soleil's Michael Jackson show about to open in NZ. Today: Leeco Kosmidis.

Neverland love story takes flight
The first in a series profiling stars of the Cirque du Soleil's Michael Jackson show about to open in Auckland.

Stage preview: Auckland Theatre Company's Chicago
Does he like peeling onions? Michael Hurst looks bemused by the question - he is eating a home-made salad of piquant appearance - so he pauses, fork in mid-air, and tilts his head.

Goldie imitator's final sign-off
He became the first New Zealander to be convicted for art forgery, but Carl Goldie's family don't think he minded too much.

NZ Festival 2014
Take a look at some of the acts that will be performing at the 2014 NZ Festival.

Dance review: Polished show closes dance tour
Capacity audiences enjoy Tempo's closing weekend of established pieces and works in progress.

Rhino horns sell for record $800,000 in Auckland auction
A pair of carved rhinoceros horns have been sold at auction for close to $800,000 in a record-breaking antique sale.

Kiwi buys Banksy art for $144
A Kiwi woman has lucked into buying two original Banksy paintings worth thousands of dollars for $NZ144.

School holiday ideas for crafty kids
From glitter paintings to yarn bombing, Danielle Wright rounds up what's on offer for crafty kids over the holidays.