Culture 101

Rakiura, Stewart Island is home to a microcosm of artists who find inspiration from this remote location. Summers are often spent hosting tourists and displaying the island's signature hospitality… Read more Audio

The NZ International Convention Centre opens after 13-year build. Read more Audio

With 150 theatre productions under his belt, actor Mark Hadlow has a very long CV. International audiences may recognise him from King Kong, The Hobbit and keen fans will remember his contribution to… Read more Audio

The Big Screen: Michelle Langstone Audio

First airing in 1960, Coronation Street is the world's longest running soap opera. At its peak it was attracting 20 million viewers during weeknights in the UK. Now, the beloved dreary rooftops of… Read more Audio

After almost 50 years in business, iconic Matakana pottery company Morris and James closed its doors last year. But now the legacy of the ceramics studio, known for their colourful and bold kitchen… Read more Audio

Our Fast Favourites guest this week can be described as many things, author, speaker, listener, mum, mentor and advocate. And before that, a TV presenter. Read more Audio

The French-American artist, Louise Bourgeois found fame later in life with her reputation and market value soaring after her death. Read more Audio

Fringe Festival is back in Wellington - starting this month from the 13th of February until the 7th of March. Read more Audio

Major rebuild forges ahead at Auckland's historical St James theatre. Read more Audio

The Big Screen: Dan Slevin. Audio

Poetry has taken off in the past decade, with a resurgence, especially amongst young people. Read more Audio