Arts

This is award-winning Kiwi comedian Melanie Bracewell's first summer away from New Zealand, so she joined RNZ for a virtual NZ roadie. Audio

Over the years, confusion has clouded the understanding of moko. So what is it really about?

As well, a number of key award season events that were set to take place this week have been cancelled.

Both films will compete for the honour of best movie cast.

Spending hours creating the intricate works is a great way to relieve stress, an artist says.

In the end, it was the film Emilia Pérez and series Shōgun which led at the awards, each nabbing four trophies.

Tributes have poured in for The Vivienne, who is being described as "an incredibly loved, warm-hearted and amazing person".

Review - All We Imagine as Light, which won the Grand Prix in 2024, leans on documentary experience to reflect the bustle and complexity of this world, Dan Slevin writes.

Mystery surrounds a large, ornate Māori carving found washed up on a Northland beach.

A Hawke's Bay-based photographer says finding a place to work out started a chain of events that led to him to capturing Mongrel Mob members at ease and in force on their home turf.

Fashion designer Kate Sylvester's self-titled label is closing after "30 fabulous years", but her fight against fast fashion is only ramping up.

A pioneer of contemporary Māori art, a film producer and a writer of speculative fiction are among the recipients of New Years Honours from the world of arts.

Suzanne Prentice, a CNZM in this year's New Year Honours, has performed with Dolly Parton and Johnny Cash - but her work with underprivileged children is what makes her proudest.

Record rain hasn't dampened the spirits of thousands of festival goers, and Drug Foundation staff say they're "slammed" by the numbers they're testing.

By Dan Heching, CNN Dayle Haddon, a model who graced magazine covers and appeared in '70s and '80s TV shows and films including North Dallas Forty, Max Headroom and The...

Review - Robbie Williams' depiction of himself as a stunningly photorealistic simian/pop star hybrid in his biopic movie fits with his amped-up brand, writes Dan Slevin.

The teenager's life was "far too short, but he accomplished so much", a tribute reads.

From Chuck D to Rick Astley, RNZ covered the musical waterfront this year. Here are 10 of the best chats from the past 12 months.

From the worlds of comedy, literature and television, RNZ welcomed guests from across the artistic spectrum this year. Here are 10 of the best.