Culture
What the 'true test' of Ramadan is really about
As the Islamic calendar moves back into New Zealand's summer time, Kiwi Muslims will be observing longer fasting days for the next seven years or so.
Regional Wrap: culture and heritage in Hokianga village Kohukohu
Kohukohu, a village on the Hokianga Harbour was according to Te Tai Tokerau tradition so named by legendary Polynesian explorer Kupe. Angry at food from a hangi being insufficiently cooked, Kupe swore… Audio
Arts and culture participation for 12-year-olds shows better wellbeing and relationships
A new report by AUT's Te Ipukarea Research Institute shows 12-year-olds who participate in arts and culture through extra-curricular and free-time activities experience better wellbeing, peer… Audio
Aotearoa arts collective FAFSWAG at Melbourne's Asia Topa
Aotearoa Queer indigenous arts collective FAFSWAG is in Melbourne showcasing their latest work at the Asia Pacific Triennial of Performing Arts. The three-week festival lights up the city bringing… Audio
Fast Favourites with broadcaster Lloyd Burr
From political reporter, Europe correspondent for Newshub, to hosting a morning and drive show, broadcaster Lloyd Burr has done it all. In what has been a tumultuous few years for the media industry… Audio
Indians in Wellington: More than just Diwali and overstaying
A new book promises to lift the lid on the history of the capital's Indian community, as its association turns 100.
Celebrating 100 years of Indians in Wellington
A new book promises to lift the lid on the history of Wellington's Indian community in ways that would surprise most people. Audio
Out Lately with Finn Johansson
Featuring music from Cat Clyde, Cameron McCurdy and Farewell Spit. Audio
Sahota Vision & Dani Josie
Today on the show Janay meets sibling duo Sahota Vision to chat about their new waiata 'What You Want', 19-year-old pop-punk-country artist Dani Josie chats with Harry about her latest milestones, and… Audio
A fusion of jazz, science fiction and ancient Chinese wisdom
Part of Wellington Fringe, 'Waypeople' is billed as an amalgam of ancient wisdom and lyrical jazz, inspired by the poetic translation of the classic Chinese text, the Tao Te Ching. Audio
Traffic jams as Te Matatini competition begins
See all the pictures as teams take the stage and visitors queue for hours on the first day of the "Olympics of Kapa Haka".
What to expect at Te Matatini 2025
The biennial Te Matatini Kapa Haka Festival kicked off today. 55 groups are vying for the coveted Toa Whakaihuwaka title in the competition this year, making it the biggest iteration of the festival… Audio
Aidan Fine & Club Ruby
From toes to Te Matatini, this episode has it all, including guest appearances from Club Ruby and Aidan Fine, check it out! Audio
Te Matatini underway in New Plymouth
The first day of the national kapa haka championships - Te Matatini is well underway - with 14 groups performing on the first day of preliminary competitions. Māori news reporter Pokere Paewai spoke… Audio
Kapa haka crews take the stage as Te Matatini 2025 begins
The first performers are taking the stage at the national kapa haka championships, with more than 2000 people and 55 groups set to perform. Audio
Te Matatini gets underway at Bowl of Brooklands in New Plymouth
This year's Te Matatini as just got underway at the Bowl of Brooklands in New Plymouth/Ngāmotu. Te Manu Korihi reporter Emma Andrews spoke to Alexa Cook. Audio
Are Otago's couch burning days over?
Despite being famous for debauched O Week antics and extreme flatting rituals, reports of couch burning at the University of Otago are at an unheard-of zero for 2025. Audio
Taranaki economy set for boost thanks to Te Matatini
Te Matatini - the national kapa haka championships - kick off in New Plymouth on Tuesday - the first time the event has been held in Taranaki for more than 30 years. Taranaki Whanganui reporter Robin… Audio
Tinā - a new film set in Christchurch celebrates the strength of Samoan mothers
A grieving relief teacher leads a private school choir to glory in Samoan-Kiwi director Miki Magasiva's debut feature film Tinā. Video, Audio
In the shadow of a rainbow
Recent events in Auckland have resurfaced memories of when being gay was considered a neurotic personality disorder. Audio
