Former PM Sir Geoffrey Palmer’s stark warning about NZ’s democracy
Former prime minister Sir Geoffrey Palmer has warned New Zealand’s democracy is in a fragile position – like…
Napier night shelter expects to chase new Government homelessness funding
The government statement on Friday said it was taking “immediate action” to support people living without shelter, and…
Watch live: Winston Peters speaks to New Zealand First’s annual gathering
Party leader Winston Peters has addressed a gathering of party faithful at New Zealand First’s 32nd annual general…
Music veteran who survived cancer tells men health checks are vital
“Prostate cancer can hit anybody at any time.” Dugan knows this too well. About 10 years ago he…
NZ First’s Winston Peters to campaign on making KiwiSaver compulsory, new migrant values statement
Winston Peters says New Zealand First will campaign in 2026 on making KiwiSaver compulsory, an announcement made in…
Police recover $12,000 of tobacco after Tītahi Bay store burglary
Three people have been arrested after $12,000 worth of tobacco was stolen from a Porirua store, police say.…
Air New Zealand Cancels 28 Flights from This City
WELLINGTON– Severe thunderstorms and gale-force winds forced Air New Zealand (NZ) to cancel 28 flights on Friday night…
Rotorua pound rehomes more dogs, but many still being put down
“That increase reflects the dedication of our animal control team,” he said. Tui, one of the dogs rehomed…
NZ Listener’s Songs of the Week: New tracks by Scribe, Reb Fountain, David Bowie, Joni Mitchell, Lady Gaga and more
Don’t Worry by Scribe (feat. Mareko) Scribe’s long-in-the-works farewell album Scribe is Dead has finally dropped. On first…
Oriini Kaipara decisively wins Tāmaki Makaurau by-election
Te Pāti Māori’s Oriini Kaipara will become the next MP for Tāmaki Makaurau after handily winning yesterday’s by-election…
All Blacks v Springboks: Ardie Savea challenges Scott Robertson’s side to bottle mindset behind Eden Park triumph
“Keep bringing the pressure. As a player, you thrive on that and it makes you want to do…
Court fines builder Francis Sheppard $25,000 for altering 1860s heritage cottage without resource consent
Lavatai was ultimately discharged without conviction, while Sheppard was ordered to pay a $25,000 fine. According to the…