Police arrest three after Lower Hutt homeowner discovers intruders
Two men, 45 and 35, and a 33-year-old woman have been charged with kidnapping and aggravated robbery. Police…
Tony Bouskill reclaims title as New Zealand’s champion fencer
Taking the crown this week for our Rural Roundup Sportsperson of the Week is the country’s top fencer,…
National toll road plan held up even as Government faces funding hole
The “strategic tolling position” would cover how the agency can deploy new tolling powers in legislation currently before…
New Zealand Dollar remains subdued following PBoC policy decision
NZD/USD remains in negative territory for the third consecutive day, trading around 0.5840 during the Asian hours on…
Canterbury medical cannabis supplier faces drug supply charges
“Police found evidence of cannabis and paraphernalia at one of the properties allegedly believed to be for personal…
On The Up: Russell nurse Jade Clifford to represent Far North in Miss Universe NZ finals
Downes is a New Zealand dancer and beauty queen who won the global Miss Universe title in 1983.…
Citizenship test: Multiple delays, minister intervened to charge money on per-test basis
The Department of Internal Affairs spoke to the New Zealand Qualifications Authority, finding “mixed success” in identifying and…
Weekly Round Up – 20 July 2026
INTERNATIONAL RESULTS SPAINMeeting Madrid, Estadio de Vallehermoso, Madrid – 16 July 2026 Zoe Hobbs 100m 11.06 -0.9 (1).…
Police investigating after person shot in Port Waikato
Police are investigating after a person was shot — and seriously injured — in Port Waikato last night.…
National will modernise consent laws
A re-elected National Government will modernise sexual consent laws to specify there must always be a “yes,” rather…
‘Crass’: PM responds to Jones’ ‘take off your knee pads’ remark
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has responded to what he calls “crass” comments by New Zealand First deputy leader…
‘Don’t panic’: The volunteers helping New Zealand prepare for bird flu
While many people head to Muriwai Beach looking for surf or a weekend walk, Ian McLean and his…