Five Big Things That Happened Today: Friday, July 31
El Niño intensifies as scientists say biggest impacts on NZ yet to come; Trump says deal reached for…
Herald readers divided over school forcing students to remove jackets and scarves inside classrooms
Mount Albert Grammar School headmaster Patrick Drumm. Photo / NZME Among them was Rosemary, a teacher who recalled…
Jetstar hires BARNZ leader and former Air New Zealand manager Cath O’Brien
“It’s been a bigger challenge than we, New Zealand, thought it would be.” She said costs from Auckland…
63yo man charged over historical sexual offending against boys
A 63-year-old man has been arrested in Christchurch over alleged historical sexual offending against boys. The man appeared…
More prevention, less ‘modern corruption’: A call-to-action to protect public health
PHCC Briefing by Professor Boyd Swinburn and Jason Alexander Strong prevention policies are a low-cost way of achieving…
Wellington council proposes cuts to climate, planning and events teams
A spokesman for Wellington Mayor Andrew Little would not comment on the proposed cuts, saying it was an…
Air New Zealand consulting staff over proposed Christchurch maintenance job cuts
Air New Zealand has begun consulting employees over potential changes affecting maintenance roles in Christchurch. Chrislynchmedia.com understands nine…
Devonport fast-track application: Developer explains new apartment/hotel block plans as locals prepare balloon launch
Hiddleston estimated the blocks would be recessed 25m from the footpath and 30m from Victoria Rd. That would…
Business.Scoop » Earth Sciences New Zealand Seasonal Climate Outlook August-October 2026
Press Release – Earth Sciences New Zealand There is now a 90% likelihood for El Nio to reach…
‘It’s a massive amount’: Empty commercial building hit with $1950 water bill – Stuff
‘It’s a massive amount’: Empty commercial building hit with $1950 water bill StuffTiaki Wai weighs in amid confusion from…
How to check if IRD has unclaimed money with your name on it
Did you know you could be one of many Kiwis with unclaimed money being held by Inland Revenue?…
Opportunity Party announces candidate list for 2026 election
The Opportunity Party has revealed its candidate list for the upcoming 2026 election. Opportunity Party leader Qiulae Wong…