Junk to Funk: Showcasing the fashion of sustainability
With just days to go, Junk to Funk is gearing up to bring another colourful celebration of creativity, sustainability and community to the Te...
Gallery pitches community ceramic studio
The island’s pottery spaces are bursting at the seams after long-term efforts to cultivate the craft on the island bear fruit. But finding new...
Farewell to a man whose character was defined by ‘salt and hard labour’
“I’ve never been to a funeral in my life. Don’t want anyone at mine. My carcass will be dropped in the deep, off Mayor...
‘Riot on the rock’ brings Syndrome to the motu
The island will host a full throttle heavy music lineup on Saturday 15 August, with bands Sprawl and Charlie’s Vendetta set to take the...
From met-al gala to pulp fiction, Junk to Funk outfits taking shape
Waiheke fashion fixture Junk to Funk returns for 2026, and in preparation creative tamariki were busy turning discarded trash into dynamic outfits during a...
Designer burns his mark on fashion world
A vibrant, fiery red dress has earnt Waiheke High School graduate and aspiring fashion designer Astyn Fernandes a spot in the final Resene Colour...
Michelin stars for Mudbrick and Tantalus Estate
In a huge win for Waiheke hospitality, Tantalus Estate and Mudbrick have both been awarded a Michelin star at the inaugural Michelin Guide Awards...
‘Magical’: Geneva’s waiata to get orchestral backing for Matariki
Award-winning Waiheke vocalist and producer Geneva Alexander-Marsters, AKA Geneva AM, says the chance to perform with the Auckland Philharmonia for Matariki is “a total...
