Rebecca Fox

Former Masterchef judge Matt Preston’s love of food and flavour is evident in his latest book.

Advice that cricket and theatre do not mix didn't deter playwright Justin Eade from mixing two of his favourite things.

Musician Chris Priestley is fascinated by the often untold stories of NZ and Otago’s past, so much so he's gathered a group of music and history buffs together to indulge his passion and bring the resulting show to Dunedin’s Fringe Festival.

The high quality of Otago’s produce and the innovation of its chefs have been rewarded, with the region scooping the top award in the premier NZ restaurant awards as well as receiving "hats" for their work.

Achieving a Good Food Guide "hat" has been a major boost for these Otago restaurants which have so far survived Covid-19. They also attribute it to good support from local communities who continue to eat out.

Having taken up the reins of the Dunedin School of Art three times, Bridie Lonie decided, at age 70, it was time to go. She talks to Rebecca Fox about art, the environment and art education.

Despite Covid-19 restrictions, Dunedin’s Summer Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream is powering ahead determined to bring some joy in turbulent times.

An abrupt end to her Caroline Plummer community dance fellowship last year due to Covid-19 has Lucy Marinkovich already planning her return to Dunedin this year, she tells Rebecca Fox.

As we head into 2022, Dunedin’s art calendar is filling up despite the ever-present threat of Covid-19 restrictions. Rebecca Fox takes a look at some of the music, theatre, arts and festival happenings ahead (Covid-permitting).

It has been a life-changing year for photographer Dr Fiona Pardington on many fronts. She tells Rebecca Fox, from her new home near Waimate, how grateful she is to still be making art.