Winner of Netflix series dead three years later
Chef Domininc “Dom” Taylor, the winner of Netflix‘s reality competition series Five Star Chef, has died. He was…
On The Point review: David Hasselhoff’s favourite Rotorua stay
First impressions: Even if you’re not among the most-watched people in the history of television, it’s easy to…
Moana Pasifika: Sport NZ was warned about shaky finances in 2023
The financial agreement between Sport NZ and the club included an initial grant of up to $1m with…
Consumer confidence sinks to lowest level since 2023 amid global tensions
The present conditions index was similar, falling 14.4 points from 87.9 to 73.5. The measure’s 10-year average is…
Chateau Tongariro: Minister Tama Potaka weighs up lifeline for derelict hotel, officials note strong interest, potential Treaty risk
The Government’s official response to the petition noted all options remained on the table, although this was prior…
Coroner issues findings into death of cyclist Bryan Marris at Mount Maunganui intersection
Marris collided with the truck’s left front wheel and was knocked into the path of the truck’s rear…
Friend tried to save life of Alex Scarrow in Hawke’s Bay’s Mohaka River rafting accident
The friend, who was not named in a coroner’s report into Scarrow’s death, lost his balance and fell…
Election 2026: Labour draws battle lines in ‘all out’ fight for Māori seats
Katene is a strategic pick for the party – a Fulbright scholar, son of the chairman of Ngāti…
Auckland baby boutique arson: Alec Bellamy, who previously targeted radio host, jailed after mental health lapse
“However, the potential for that was ever present.” Pram display ablaze Bellamy has been in jail awaiting trial…
PM Christopher Luxon’s ability to deliver localism questioned during local government conference
Hartwich declared he had found that “you cannot educate central Government”, but there were opportunities when political parties…
Hamilton councillors back KPMG procurement reforms after $239m review
However, chief financial officer Gary Connolly warned against interpreting the $239.1m figure as policy breaches. He pointed to…
Court documents outline how All Blacks great Jonah Lomu’s brother, John, aided Auckland drug smuggling scheme
John Lomu, the brother of late All Blacks great Jonah Lomu, has admitted aiding a drug-smuggling operation. Photo…