A few weeks ago, Rannoch, the art-laden Epsom residence of James Wallace, hosted a celebration of an exciting development in the career of one of the country's leading chamber music ensembles.

This month Christies in London offered a real New Zealand treasure.

Artist uses rose and its thorns to express his passion for Maori concerns.

Jennifer Ward-Lealand plays a "beautiful monster" addicted to booze, pills and her son.

Musket wars are the setting for a drama of race and power.

He is one of the most influential artists of the past half-century and, at 72, is busier than ever.

Political commentator and academic Ranginui Walker says people these days think he has mellowed - but he reckons he hasn't changed.

A Pacific-flavoured extravaganza of dance, music, fashion and art is wowing the crowds in Manukau.

A trademark used by some of Maoridom's elite artists will be scrapped, a move criticised by some of those who set it up.