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SIDE EYE 15 THE PERFECT SPOT HEADER

The Side Eye is a monthly non-fiction comic by Toby Morris, supported by NZ On Air. Read more comics here

The writers of jokes that make other comedians go “I wish I’d written that”

New Zealand comedians reveal the jokes they wish they’d written

Nine comedians share the jokes that poke the green-eyed monster in them.

By The Spinoff | 30th April, 2026

The Mint Chicks win the Independent Music Classic Record Award (Photo: Supplied)

Eleven things we learnt at the Taite Music Awards 2026

The Mint Chicks had a message, Marlon Williams became a STAG and other takeaways from this year's ceremony.

By Emma Gleason | 30th April, 2026

Contributing writer

Chris Hipkins’ softly softly approach is keeping his poll numbers up – but will voters soon demand more? (Image: Getty / The Spinoff)

Labour’s blank canvas election strategy is working – for now

They say they'll release more policy once the budget is out. But is Labour's lack of ideas already becoming a problem?

By Catherine McGregor | 30th April, 2026

Contributing writer

Image: Jason Stretch

Winston Peters has had it with your stupid question. Full blocs ahead for November

The NZ First leader has never been less equivocal, paving the way for an intriguing election dynamic.

By Toby Manhire | 30th April, 2026

Editor-at-large

Is lifting heavy vehicle restrictions worth potholes and noise?

Is lifting heavy vehicle restrictions worth potholes and noise?

Yes, there's a fuel crisis, but here's what could happen if we rip up the rules.

By Lyric Waiwiri-Smith | 30th April, 2026

Politics reporter

Photos: TVNZ / Design: Tina Tiller

Toots and tears: Celebrity Treasure Island power rankings, week one

We’ve missed you, CTI – but why does this new season feel so flat?

By Tara Ward | 29th April, 2026

A spaghetti western plays out on Symonds St

Spaghetti with a side of beef: unpacking the cooked drama on Symonds Street

Who threw the spaghetti and why?

By Madeleine Chapman | 29th April, 2026

Contributing editor

Lan Pham.

One MP, One Pint: Green MP Lan Pham on being freshwater’s biggest fan

The Green MP on her pick for fish of the year, and the National minister she'd like to say 'girl, are you OK?' to.

By Lyric Waiwiri-Smith | 29th April, 2026

Politics reporter

‘I was a disaster’: Simon Barnett on the live TV moment that haunts him

‘I was a disaster’: Simon Barnett on the live TV moment that haunts him

'I was whiter than the whitest man in the history of the world, and I was bashed from pillar to post by the critics and the public.'

By My Life in TV | 29th April, 2026

The Best Of

Could a ball hit the roof of Christchurch’s One NZ Stadium?

Could a ball hit the roof of Christchurch’s new stadium?

In photos, the steel beams above the pitch look tantalisingly kickable. We asked Dan Carter and a physics professor if they think it’s possible.

By Calum Henderson | 17th April, 2026

Production editor

The two options.

Fuel crisis: We are so screwed vs it's going to be fine

The government keeps telling us not to panic. On the other hand, maybe we should panic.

By Hayden Donnell | 16th April, 2026

Will Lyons-Bowman grew up in the Riccarton area and vouches for its food offerings

Where to eat in Riccarton, Christchurch – an insider’s guide

Chef and winemaker Will Lyons-Bowman’s top edible picks, from tasty scallion pancakes to fish and chip institutions to superlative soft serve.

By Charlotte Muru-Lanning | 15th April, 2026

Contributing writer