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Ticket holders frustrated with refund process after airshow failed to take off

A frustrated Christchurch man who purchased tickets to a popular Marlborough airshow says it is unfair to be reimbursed only part of the ticket price after the event was called off.

'I became and remain unemployable'

Kamahl Santamaria left TVNZ in May 2022. Photo: TVNZ / Supplied

'I became and remain unemployable', says ex-TVNZ Breakfast presenter

Former TVNZ presenter Kamahl Santamaria has been granted his request to move his case to the Employment Court.

Hip-hop artist dedicates first book to late friend

Christchurch musician Sam Dunlay has released his first book, The Caterpillar, which is dedicated to the memory of a long-time friend and collaborator.

Antarctic VR experience tours the UK

The virtual doors to Captain Robert Falcon Scott’s historic Antarctic hut have been opened to the UK public thanks to NZ-made technology.

More historic planes land in museum collection

The Harvard will be displayed once repairs are completed. Photo: Air Force Museum of New Zealand

More historic planes land in Wigram museum collection

The Air Force Museum of NZ in Christchurch has acquired two more historic RNZAF planes - a Harvard and a Tiger Moth.

Suzy Cato over the moon after award recognition

Wildlife Ambassador Award recipient Suzy Cato is flanked by Madeline Gallagher, 6, and Zoe...

Suzy Cato over the moon after award recognition

Children’s entertainer Suzy Cato has been presented with a Wildlife Ambassador Award.

Classic fighters airshow cancelled

The classic fighters airshow near Blenheim over Easter weekend has been cancelled due to the severe weather forecast.

Sam Neill on Ardern, Putin and Pitt

At Two Paddocks, his vineyard in Central Otago, Sam Neill is cultivating more than just grapes....

'I think she was a great PM': Sam Neill on Jacinda Ardern, Vladimir Putin and Brad Pitt

For actor Sam Neill, life has never been about Hollywood glitz or chasing stardom. It’s about hard work and cultivating more than just grapes on his South Island vineyard.

Get ready to paw-ty in the pool

Get ready to paw-ty in the pool this weekend

Christchurch's eagerly anticipated pooch pool parties will return to the city this weekend.

Monster truck mayhem at Hot Wheels show

Dunedin Venues chief executive Paul Doorn celebrates the news that Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live...

Monster truck mayhem at Hot Wheels show

Have you ever yearned to see your Hot Wheels cars come to life in front of your very eyes?

Breaking Plates 'an unforgettable experience'

Review: Breaking Plates 'an unforgettable experience'

Set in the heart of Christchurch, Breaking Plates tells the captivating story of The Santorini Greek Restaurant, a beloved local institution where a fun-loving family creates an unforgettable experience every night.

Waimate to Radio Hauraki

Waimate-born Manaia Stewart has joined Jeremy Wells on the Radio Hauraki breakfast show. PHOTO: NZME

Waimate-born media personality takes prime time slot at Radio Hauraki

A Waimate-born media personality is upping the levels after slotting in to a new prime time spot at Radio Hauraki.

Bladers ready for battle

Clash X organiser Alehana Taupe (centre) with Beyblade X competitors Leikyn Taupe (left) and...

Bladers ready for battle

Beybladers young and old are preparing for battle this weekend in downtown Ashburton.

Minister blocks TAB's $150m casino deal

'Not under my watch': Minister blocks TAB's $150m casino deal

The TAB offered a $150 million deal to the government in a bid to secure a lucrative online casino licence.

Funds raised for treatment

Sophie Moore receiving treatment in Christchurch Hospital for Peripheral T-Cell Non-Hodgkin...

Concert raises more than $10k for Christchurch police officer

An all female lineup of musicians sang their hearts out to help raise funds for a Christchurch police officer's $800,000 cancer treatment.

Threat of job cuts at Shortland Street

Threat of job cuts looming over staff at TVNZ's Shortland Street

TVNZ says consultation is under way with some Shortland Street staff about possible job cuts, as the production company behind the soap adjusts to making fewer episodes.