Hutt man pleads not guilty to attempting to murder woman twice
The latter charges relate to incidents that happened across 2025 and early this year, while the attempted murder…
MetService forecast: Cooler nights for South Island, warm days in the north
It’s going to be a cold Tuesday night! Minimum temperatures are dropping into the single digits for many…
Rickhil Prakash’s Hills Real Estate alleged debt now above $30m after two more companies liquidated
“We have been advised by the company’s accountants that no financial statements were prepared,” the liquidators said. Liquidators…
The soldier who became a 501 – and his 3000km walk across New Zealand
“The physical challenge was bearable,” he says. “It was the weight of processing my thoughts that proved the…
Wattie’s factory closures: Boss blames soaring manufacturing costs
“Despite extensive efforts, these categories remained unviable and not sustainable for the business in the long term.” Wattie’s…
Excitement builds for new Mitre 10 Mega in Pāpāmoa East
It will feature an expanded retail offering, a large garden centre, drive-through facilities, a trade yard and a…
Cadbury Mini Eggs sell out at some supermarkets as Easter demand surges
Chocoholics quickly filled the comments, with one joking the treats, which come in flavours including Caramilk, Oreo, Peppermint,…
Police chase across Auckland after car stolen at gunpoint ends in Waikato crash
“He was taken into custody and transported to Waikato Hospital in a moderate condition after receiving injuries from…
Motorcyclist’s hour-long dash from police sees bike on wrong side of road, ‘dangerous’ overtaking
Those in the police helicopter then saw the motorbike arrive at a Berwyn Ave address in Takanini, with…
Freedom camping hotspots see spike in fines this summer
The copuncil’s Responsible Camping Programme Manager, Amy Galloway, said it had been a bumper summer, with sites full…
Large fire breaks out in Massey; black smoke spews across West Auckland
Dozens of residents were outside, with firefighters telling them to move back due to the strong smell. Fire…
Government announces $50 million in loans to expand EV charging stations
Bishop said the average loan per charge point is $20,000. “But once repayments are factored in, the net…