Thursday, January 29, 2026

CATEGORY

Arts & Culture

East Aucklanders recognised in 2026 New Year Honours List

Five east Auckland locals have been recognised in the 2026 New Year Honours List for their outstanding contributions in a range of fields. Somerville resident Lyn Lloyd...

East Auckland police recover stolen musical instruments

Police say they've strung together the events leading to multiple crimes in east Auckland. Officers have been on the hunt for a person believed to...

East Auckland school choir brings the Christmas cheer

Riverhills School’s Choir has delivered the Christmas cheer to the east Auckland community this festive season. The talented group of 21 year 5 and 6...

What we’re reading: ‘Great Eastern Hotel’, ‘The Road Trip’

GREAT EASTERN HOTEL, RRP $40. This new work of historical fiction by author Ruchir Joshi is set in India in August, 1941. The world is...

What we’re listening to: Podcasts on healing from abuse, missing tourists, and killing a general

The Mental Healness Podcast United States man and self-described narcissist Lee Hammock operates a popular podcast and YouTube channel in which he delivers advice to...

Historic photos return to Gothic mansion

A black and white photo with a connection to east Auckland has been donated to one of the city’s most iconic heritage homes. ‘Highwic’ is...

Endearing story about family at heart of dramatic comedy

MOVIE REVIEW BY JACK WATSON Ella McCay Director: James L. Brooks Starring: Emma Mackey, Jamie Lee Curtis, and Jack Lowden Genre: Political comedy-drama Rating: 3.5 stars If the future episodes of The...

Anchorage Park’s Kapa Haka group earns prestigious taonga

Young pupils at an east Auckland school have demonstrated their cultural spirit and flair to capture a major award. Anchorage Park School principal Tracy Leader says...

A fantastic year at Uxbridge – thank you!

This is a shared arts column put together by the Howick Historical Village, Te Tuhi, and Uxbridge Arts and Culture. By Paul Brobbel, director,...

Community invited to enjoy the wonder of Eastgate’s Christmas Walkthrough

This month the Eastgate Christian Centre in Pakuranga is again inviting the wider Auckland community to step inside the Christmas story through its much-loved...

Creativity on display at Bucklands Beach Yacht Club Art Show

By Times’ Junior Journalist Alina Jiang I recently went to visit an art exhibition which was being held in the Bucklands Beach Yacht Club. It...

Howick Art Group ends year on high

Enthusiastic members of the Howick Art Group recently celebrated the end of a very busy and creative 60th anniversary year. The enjoyable relaxed gathering at...

Novel’s witty look at beauty standards

East Auckland author Jodie Shelley’s newest written work seeks to challenge societal beauty standards with her trademark humorous style. It’s entitled Zoe & Mila and is Shelley’s...

What we’re reading: Best of new book releases

LESSONS ON LIVING: FINDING YOUR WAY THROUGH LIFE’S UPS AND DOWNS, RRP $40. Kiwi psychologist Nigel Latta recently died after a brave battle with cancer....

Emotional honesty in new recordings

It’s an exciting productive time for Howick singer-songwriter Jack Robertson as he releases his debut five-song EP to the world, entitled Risk of Rain. The...
- Advertisement -