The sale of the piece that disappeared from public view for over a century, was announced by Christchurch gallery NZ artbroker this week.
New Zealand
Friday 6:50pm
The restoration of the quake-damaged Canterbury Provincial Council Buildings was expected to cost at least $100 million.
Thu, Jul 16
2:32
The New Zealand screen icon died on Monday at a hospital in Sydney, aged 78.
Entertainment
"Love you and see you soon," the Hunt for the Wilderpeople director said.
Wed, Jul 15
Friends and colleagues remember an actor whose warmth, humility and support for New Zealand's arts community left an enduring legacy.
Tue, Jul 14
Across five decades, Sam Neill moved effortlessly between New Zealand dramas, Hollywood thrillers, cult favourites and cinematic landmarks.
The work is called Lost in Thought, Ngāheke, An Arawa Chieftain and is being auctioned this weekend.
Te Ao Māori
Mon, Jul 13
That is the assessment of former senior political staffer Mike Munro, who served as chief press secretary to Helen Clark and later chief of staff to Jacinda Ardern.
Politics
Sun, Jul 5
The elaborate event is the latest development in the superstar singer and football player's relationship, which has continued to thrill and fascinate millions around the world.
World
Fri, Jul 3
From a late-night restaurant to one of Auckland's most enduring entertainment venues, Caluzzi is celebrating 30 years of drag, laughter and creating a place where everyone belongs.
Sun, Jun 28
Members of the public, fellow artists, friends and family gathered to celebrate her life this afternoon.
Fri, Jun 19
A memorial to celebrate the life of Dame Jools Topp will be held this afternoon – bringing together whānau, fellow artists, friends and fans from across the country.
The annual winter solstice celebration has become so popular that capacity has had to be reduced to prevent overcrowding.
Environment
Sat, Jun 13
In the children's adaptation of her bestselling memoir, the former New Zealand Prime Minister turns inward toward the psychological terrain of her own self-doubt – and how to overcome it.
Wed, Jun 3
The eldest of the beloved Topp Twins comedy duo died of breast cancer aged 68 on Saturday.
Tue, May 26
In the new documentary about her life, Kylie, the enduringly famous Australian popstar reveals the impact of the ruthless 1980s press.
Life
Dame Jools died from breast cancer on Saturday aged 68.
Mon, May 25
Tributes flowing from across New Zealand reflect a decades-long career that touched every corner of the country.
Dame Jools was the slightly older twin of the famous sisters who entertained Kiwis for some four decades.
The evolutionary biologist spoke to Q+A's Jack Tame ahead of what he is calling his farewell tour to New Zealand.
Sun, May 24
Major showcase in Wellington will be the first time many of the taonga have been publicly displayed.
Fri, May 22
Organisers say mounting financial pressure and a struggling live music landscape have forced the central Auckland festival to call time.
Wed, May 13
With tracks created by artificial intelligence topping the charts here and overseas, New Zealand artists are concerned their work isn’t being protected.
The 56-year-old plans to undergo CAR-T cell treatment in China later this year.
Health
Mon, May 11
Native Peruvian actor Q’orianka Kilcher has accused the director of replicating her facial features in creating the key Avatar character Neytiri without her knowledge or consent.
Fri, May 8
