TVNZ Pacific Correspondent Barbara Dreaver on identity, prejudice and standing up to power.
Life
Thu, Mar 5
10:01
The former prime minister's memoir has made the General Non-Fiction shortlist of the 2026 Ockham New Zealand Book Awards.
Wednesday 6:00am
1:29
Legally blind but constitutionally unstoppable, Steffanie Holmes shares motivational pearls of wisdom for those who want to write (or achieve any goal at all).
Sat, Feb 28
Heritage building has been sitting empty since it was closed in February 2023 due to its earthquake risk.
New Zealand
Wed, Feb 11
Why is everyone looking back to 2016? A look at the current cultural nostalgia for the transitional year.
World
Sun, Feb 1
The traditional Indian art form involves the use of coloured sand to draw intricate designs at the entrance of a house.
Health
Thu, Jan 29
SUMMER READ: As cherry season enters its last few delectable weeks, Te Radar and Ruth Spencer pay tribute to the jewel of the Kiwi fruit bowl.
Mon, Jan 26
The Northland-raised artist has become the first public act to perform at Hamilton’s long-awaited theatre.
Entertainment
Sun, Jan 25
Valentino's gowns – often in his signature shade of "Valentino red" – were adored by generations of fans over his nearly 50-year career.
Business
Tue, Jan 20
After years of delays, damage and debate, construction has started at Auckland’s historic theatre.
Sun, Jan 18
SUMMER READS: Mike McRoberts on growing up in Christchurch and his gradual reconnection to his te ao Māori.
The restrictions have sparked frustration online and in the community – but Auckland Council says the pool is simply too shallow to be safe.
Fri, Jan 16
When Jacinda Ardern pulled out of the upcoming literary festival, she was just one domino in a catastrophic series of events.
Thu, Jan 15
Actually, the Breakfast presenter admits he struggles to lie on the beach, but when he does find stillness he loves nothing more than a gripping sporting autobiography.
Thu, Jan 8
Novelist Josie Shapiro has a vision for 2026 and it's absolutely, categorically not on Instagram.
Wed, Jan 7
SUMMER SERIES: Kiwis recommend their favourite beach, a book to read on it, and a song that encapsulates summer.
Sun, Jan 4
The original monument honouring the last full-blooded Moriori has deteriorated after decades of harsh coastal weather, prompting plans for a bronze replacement ahead of its 40th anniversary.
Sat, Jan 3
In this extract from his biography, Shaun Johnson recalls the moment he realised he was wanted back in the Warriors.
An Auckland-based writer traces the dramatic ups and downs of Venezuela and his experience as an emigrant through five New Year's Eves.
December 31, 2025
2025’s most read: An extract from veteran journalist Steve Braunias' book, Polkinghorne.
A strong South Island thread runs through TVNZ's Dunedin-based reporter Sam Olley's summer choices for beaches, music and books.
December 29, 2025
2025’s most read: Francis and Kaiora Tipene get frank about two years of extreme highs and lows.
Some of Aotearoa's most loved summer festivals are under growing pressure.
December 28, 2025
The 2025 Reporter of the Year shares her summer picks for music, beach reads and swimming spots.
Jennifer Ward-Lealand told 1News reporter Simon Mercep how she's fighting for actors' rights.
December 27, 2025
