Auckland
Auckland Philharmonia: Mozart's Jupiter
British conductor Leo Hussain leads the Auckland Philharmonia in a richly varied programme, opening with Tchaikovsky’s 'Mozartiana', his tender tribute to the composer he revered. The evening also… Audio
Colourful start to ASB Polyfest 2026
The cultural diversity of New Zealand students is being celebrated this week at Polyfest, the worlds largest Pasifika secondary school cultural festival. Audio
CMNZ: Daniel Müller-Schott - Bach Cello Suites
Acclaimed cellist Daniel Müller-Schott brings to life Johann Sebastian Bach’s masterpiece Cello Suites in this captivating Chamber Music New Zealand performance. This recording features the beloved… Audio
Missing Auckland woman found - police
The 65-year-old was reported missing from Saint Johns yesterday afternoon.
Political hopeful Karl Mokaraka rejects 'serial heckling' label
Karl Mokaraka has been removed from Parliament and disrupted political events. He now has his sights set on running for the Papatoetoe Local Board.
Around the motu: Torika Tokalau in Auckland
There are shortages in Auckland of fuel containers as residents move to stockpile fuel in the fallout of the war in Iran. Audio
Thousands expected at Auckland's Pasifika Festival
Auckland's iconic Pasifika Festival returns to Western Springs this weekend, bringing thousands together to celebrate Pacific culture. Audio
Soweto Gospel Choir perform HOPE
Listen to the Soweto Gospel Choir's performance of 'HOPE' at the Auckland Arts Festival in 2025. Hailing from Soweto, South Africa, the choir is known for its powerful blend of African gospel music… Audio
Auckland's iconic Pasifika Festival kicks off
Since launching in 1993, the festival has grown into a major cultural event, drawing a large, diverse array of crowds each year.
New play on Maori and Pacific sexuality draws strong reactions
A new play exploring sexuality, identity and relationships in modern Maori and Pacific communities is drawing strong reactions from Auckland audiences. Audio
Auckland Philharmonia: Romantic Brahms
Celebrated pianist Inon Barnatan returns to the Town Hall stage for Brahms’ timeless Piano Concerto No. 2, joined by the Auckland Philharmonia under Elena Schwarz's baton in a programme featuring… Audio
Some Aucklanders 'very wound up' over housing intensification plans
The council would be asking the government to allow more housing density within 10km of the city.
Auckland mayor wants to push ahead with intensification despite mixed reviews
Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown wants to push ahead with intensification in inner-city suburbs, whether residents like it or not. Last month, the government agreed to reduce Auckland's minimum housing… Audio
Who's coming to the 2026 Auckland Writers Festival?
The programme for the 2026 Auckland Writers Festival Waituhi o Tamaki has just dropped, and it's looking to be a star-studded line-up for book lovers. The programme is compiled by artistic director… Audio
NZTrio: Magnifique
NZTrio's "Magnifique" programme features Camille Saint-Saëns' Piano Trio No. 2 in E minor as the centerpiece of a diverse musical evening. Violinist Amalia Hall and pianist Somi Kim are joined by… Audio
Animal control officers call for laws with more teeth
Last year, the council received more than 1300 reports of dog attacks on people. Audio
'I'm the mayor of Auckland': Brown says no to 'expensive' request from Beehive
The government's request for a plan would be too costly, Wayne Brown says. Audio
National Youth Brass Band 2026: Resonance
The National Youth Brass Band, directed by conductor Mark Carter, presents its 2026 "Resonance" program. This concert recording highlights a comprehensive selection of traditional and contemporary… Audio
Auckland Philharmonia: Gavrylyuk & Rach 3
Soloist Alexander Gavrylyuk and conductor Giordano Bellincampi lead the Auckland Philharmonia in a performance of Sergei Rachmaninov’s Piano Concerto No. 3 in D minor. Recorded live to open the… Audio
NZTrio: Hypnotique
The NZTrio—featuring soloists Amalia Hall on violin, Matthias Balzat on cello, and Somi Kim on piano—performs in the "Hypnotique", which is centred around a chamber arrangement of Arnold Schönberg’s… Audio
