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Peter Bruntnell an Alt-Country Genius
Album after album, the Kingston upon Thames solo artist, Wellington-born Peter Bruntnell produces rich and refined song-craft, yet hardly anyone has heard of him. Could this be his time?…
Hunt for the Wilderpeople Official Trailer
Have a look at the official trailer for Hunt for the Wilderpeople. A story about a national manhunt when a kid and his foster…
US Study Looks at How Islands Are Saving Natives
“In 1894, a pregnant house cat escaped from a lighthouse on Stephens Island, in the Marlborough Sounds. She had her kittens in the wild, where they went feral. Within…
#207: World-beating Kiwis: Tom Walsh, Lydia Ko, Lisa Carrington, Mark Hunt; plus Matt Lambert’s NY Musket Room, high octane South Island
How to Ford a River
The New York Times asks retired firefighter, New Zealander George Spearing, who has crossed hundreds of rivers on solo wilderness treks, including a five-month, 4265km hike from the Mexican…
Game of Thrones Star Joins Top of the Lake
Gwendoline Christie, who plays popular Game of Thrones character Brienne of Tarth, will join Mad Men star Elisabeth Moss in a new season of the much-praised Jane Campion TV…
“Man or Muppet” Wins Original Song – 2012 Oscars
Take a look at the hilarious Will Ferrell and Zach Galifianakis as they present Bret McKenzie the Oscar for Music (Original Song) for “Man…
Rocket Lab’s Rutherford Engine Lifts Off
A video has been posted of New Zealand-founded company Rocket Lab launching their new Rutherford engine. The burn lasts for a full two minutes and 40 seconds, completing an…
Simon Denny a Millennial Subversive
Look beyond the traditional spaces and what emerges are a group of Generation Y artists who are arguably more avant garde than ever, like New Zealander Simon Denny, 33….
Lydia Ko claims 11th LPGA Tour Title with Kia Classic
New Zealand golfing superstar Lydia Ko won the Kia Classic on Sunday at Aviara, and has reaffirmed her position as the top player in the world heading…
Warbirds Over Wanaka International Airshow
Watch as large crowds gather for the bi-annual Warbirds Over Wanaka International Airshow at Easter 2016. The show celebrates classic aircraft and warbirds, as…
New Zealand Is Mad for Pinot Gris
On a recent trip, the Telegraph’s wine columnist Victoria Moore was surprised to see how “crazy everyone in New Zealand seemed to be for pinot gris.” Moore wonders when…
David Bowie Saw Lorde As ‘the Future of Music’
David Bowie believed the young New Zealand singer Lorde was “the future of music”.
“David really liked Lorde. They had a few wonderful moments together,” said Mike Garson, Bowie’s longtime…
National Anthems: 2016 Sydney 7’s – Australia vs New Zealand
Listen to the national anthems of New Zealand and Australia at the 2016 Sydney 7’s. The 2016 Sydney Sevens was the fourth tournament of…
Moniek Schrijer Wins Herbert Hofmann Prize At Contemporary Jewelry Fair
Wellingtonian Moniek Schrijer was one of three jewelry designers winning the Herbert Hofmann Prize at Schmuck, the contemporary jewelry world’s most important event, held in Munich in late February.
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New Zealand Women Cruise to World Twenty20 Success Against Australia
The New Zealand women cruised to victory with 22 balls remaining in the World Twenty20 match against Australia in Nagpur. Australia was hit by a six-wicket defeat.
“It was…
Kiwi Chef Matt Lambert’s Restaurant The Musket Room
Kiwi Chef Matt Lambert’s Restaurant The Musket Room – “a hidden gem” in Soho, New York, has been featured in The Observer’s Short List section.
Matt Lambert,…
New Zealand & Domino’s Working on Driverless Pizza Delivery Trial
The New Zealand government is working with Domino’s to explore the possibility of testing a driverless pizza delivery service, as reported in an article on Enterprise Innovation.
New…
Mark Hunt Wins Over Frank Mir
UFC knockout master Mark Hunt has sent a serious message to the heavyweight division after decimating the legendary Frank Mir on Sunday – “I’m coming to get you guys.”
Despite…
Cheryl Boyd’s Stringybark Garden a Magical Surprise
New Zealand-born garden designer and horticulturist Cheryl Boyd’s Stringybark Cottage garden is one of eight private Australian gardens featured in Phaidon’s account of worldwide gardens, The Gardener’s Garden.
Sydney Morning…
Fulfilling Your Dreams in New Zealand
“Bungy jumping, whitewater rafting, skydiving and getting lost in an adult-sized maze all featured highly on my list but I never thought I’d get to do any of…
Wellington Sevens 3D Art Work Time Lapse
A talented New Zealand artist does an amazing 3D art work in recognition of the Wellington Sevens Rugby Tournament. Footage by stuff.co.nz.
High-Octane Thrills amid Spectacular Scenery
“There are few, if any, other places in the world where you can do some scenic mountain sightseeing while plunging at a velocity of 200km/h for 3050m of free…
South Island Has a Personality All If Its Own
“Many believe the South Island is less inherently New Zealand than its northern neighbour,” according to American travel writer Max Bonem, “But if you take the time to explore…
The Great New Zealand Baking Book
Take a look at the next book after ‘The Great New Zealand Cook Book’, presents The Great New Zealand Baking Book. Full of great…
Martin Henderson Not Taking Fame Too Seriously
Just how did the star of Grey’s Anatomy New Zealander Martin Henderson, 41, get so comfortable with the slings and arrows of a business which can literally plaster you…
South Canterbury Contractors Unearth Moa Bones
Contractors at a site in South Canterbury have made an unexpected find while digging a trench – dozens of bones belonging to the long-extinct moa.
Workers spotted the bones during…
Tom Walsh Throws Gold at IAAF World Indoor Champs
Tom Walsh, 24, from Christchurch, has hurled his shot put a personal best of 21.78m, taking the gold medal and bettering his previous mark in outdoor competition of 21.62m,…
TICKLED – NZ Trailer
Watch the unique movie trailer ‘Tickled’ a documentary by New Zealander David Farrier, a journalist who stumbles upon a mysterious tickling competition online. As…
Lucy Lawless Separating Real Life from Xena
In an interview with Australia’s Sunrise breakfast television programme, New Zealand actor Lucy Lawless, who shot to fame with her role as Xena over 20 years ago, said she…
#206: New Zealand Ranked Among World’s Most Literate Nations
Sarah Bentley Curates Trans-Tasman Dialogue
Curator and art writer New Zealander Serena Bentley creates a dialogue between two Melbourne painters – Kate Smith and Meagan Wyke – and three Aucklanders – Schaeffer Lemalu, Patrick…
Introducing Bollywood-Potential Shirley Setia
Shirley Setia, a 22-year old Aucklander whose family hails from India, has attracted a large Indian and international following singing cover versions of Bollywood hits, Forbes contributor Rob Cain…
I Just Wanna Love U – Sam V ft. Parris Goebel choreography
Check out Sam V’s new music video, choreographed by Parris Goebel. Watch ANZ’s previous video “Fortune Favors The Brave” of Parris Goebel surprising this…
Singapore Urbanathlon Title Goes to Jason Lawrence
New Zealander Jason Lawrence, 35, (pictured second from left) has climbed, crawled and swung his way to a fourth Men’s Health Urbanathlon title in Singapore, topping a field of…
Lisa Carrington World’s Best Paddler
Tauranga kayaker Lisa Carrington, 26, has been named sportswoman of the year at the 2016 World Paddle Awards held in Barcelona.
Carrington received the honour as credit for her…
Kahurangi ki Maungawhau – Haka “Te Tira Haere”
Watch an amazing haka by Auckland Girls Grammar as they perform their haka in peruperu and taparahi styles. “Tāne mā tukua te whiri mā…
New Zealand Ranked Among World’s Most Literate Nations
New Zealand has been ranked the 15th most literate nation in a new study of countries and their literacy.
According to the article “the study, conducted by John W. Miller,…
NZ Could Become One of First Countries to Introduce Citizen’s Wage
Andrew Little, leader of the Labour Party said his party was considering the idea of scrapping benefits and introducing a basic citizens’ income, as reported in The…
All Blacks Re-Sign Wayne Smith
All Blacks defence coach Wayne Smith has signed a two-year contract extension with New Zealand Rugby.
Head Coach Steve Hansen persuaded him to return to the All Blacks after taking…
Kiwi Founded a2 Milk Outperforms Major Global Producers
A2 Milk – an organisation based in Sydney but founded in New Zealand, have not only challenged conventional wisdoms in regards to milk consumption, but also outperformed many major…
Top 10 North Island Beach Hotels and Campsites
New Zealand’s North Island “is a rewarding destination for beach lovers” with brilliant blue water and gorgeous stretches of white sand” and offers “many brooding vistas where wild seas…
10 Most Amazing Views in New Zealand
After many road trips through New Zealand, Liz Carlson compiled a list of the best views you can find on New Zealand’s South Island.
1. Mitre Peak in Milford Sound
Milford…
First Look: Air New Zealand Brisbane Lounge
The Australian Business Traveller stopped by for a sneak peek of what’s in store at the new Air New Zealand Brisbane Lounge, which is to open on March 16.
In the…
Director Taika Waititi’s New Film “A Love Letter to 1970s New Zealand Cinema”
Taika Waititi spoke with Vice about his new film Hunt for the Wilderpeople, which stars Julian Dennison, Sam Neill, Rachel House, Oscar Kightley and Rhys Darby and is based…
Sam Neill to Play Texan Patriarch in TV’s The Son
New Zealand actor Sam Neill will star in the AMC television network drama The Son, playing the patriarch of a Texas family in a multigenerational story of the clan’s…
Norwood and Joyce Reunited
Air New Zealand presents a heart-warming love story of Norwood and Joyce who have been separated for 71 years.
Zero-Hour Contracts Banned in New Zealand
Zero-hour contracts have been outlawed in New Zealand after parliament unanimously passed a bill to ban the controversial practice, which is being hailed as a major victory for minimum…
Andrew Hore Named Waratahs CEO
New Zealander Andrew Hore has been appointed chief executive of the Waratahs and New South Wales Rugby, replacing Greg Harris in April.
Hore has spent the last four years at…
New Zealand Black Caps Stun India in Cup Opener
“New Zealand have spun their way to a 47-run win over India, toppling the World Twenty20 hosts with a superb Mitchell Santner-led performance in the field in Nagpur,” as…
#205: 8 Reasons Why I Voted for the New New Zealand Flag
Mountain Biking Wellington – Makara Peak
Do you want to find a great place to go mountain biking? Try out Makara Peak in Wellington as Rosara Joseph, Kieran Bennett and…
NZEDGE.COM EDITORIAL (new): 8 Reasons Why I Voted for the New New Zealand Flag
In 2004 I wrote ‘Eight Reasons to Change the Flag’ for Lloyd Morrison’s new flag campaign. Here’s my 2016 update:
– The old flag is a relic, like…
Wanaka Wines That Deliver a Taste of New Zealand
“We’re in the Upper Clutha Basin where even under grey skies the lakes and rivers are an astonishing cerulean blue. Wanaka, the small town at the head of the…
Steve Braunius Cuts to the Chase about the Flag
In an opinion piece for the New York Times, New Zealand author and journalist Steve Braunius dives into the flag debate as the nation votes in a second referendum…
Auckland City Limits Music Festival
Take a look at the Auckland City Limits Music Festival held in Western Springs, Auckland, New Zealand. The Auckland City Limits Music Festival has…
