Thursday, June 4, 2026

Entertainment

A Soldier’s Story

By Kerry Lee Waiuku Theatre Group is commemorating Anzac Day with a special performance. Titled A Soldier’s Story, their play is based on historical...

What we’re listening to: No Stupid Questions and more

No Stupid Questions with Susan Edmunds New Zealand financial expert Susan Edmunds answers listeners’ questions on a wide range of subjects in this ongoing podcast...

Sister Act – classic comedy in Papakura

Papakura Theatre Company presents a stage musical based on the hit movie of the same name, which starred Whoopi Goldberg. Kortnee Brooks will leading a...

Pixar delivers more family magic with ‘Hoppers’

MOVIE REVIEW BY JACK WATSON Hoppers Director: Daniel Chong Starring: The voices of Piper Curda, Bobby Moynihan, Jon Hamm, Kathy Najimy, and Dave Franco Genre: Animated science fiction-comedy Rating: Four stars Hoppers is the latest...

New ownership for Mercer pub

After 10 years in hospitality, the Mercer Landing Kitchen and Bar has a new owner. Despite owning several different businesses in the past, such as...

Art that’s for the birds

Justine Crease is an artist with a unique style that literally comes from nature itself. A self-taught artist, Crease specialises in using real pheasant feathers...

Viva Andre Vegas!

One of New Zealand’s trickiest magicians, Andre Vegas, is set to perform at Buckland Hall this weekend, Saturday April 18. Some of Vegas’ favourite tricks...

Astrobot Review

One of the most impressive mascots of the last few years would have to be Sony’s very own Astrobot. More than just a mascot, it...

Beachlands club ready to rock

The Beachlands Charter Club is hosting its first Club Jam Night for young musicians on April 18, from 7.30pm. It is intended to draw in...

Plenty on offer at Derby Square

Derby Square in Takanini Town Centre offers shoppers some of the best entertainment and dining mix in South Auckland. Since its official opening in July...