New fossil billfish species named in honour of Otago palaeontologist
Professor Ewan Fordyce was a vertebrate palaeontologist who had a 40-year career in the University of Otago’s department…
NZX flat after Vital Healthcare’s $200m capital raising – Market close
Vital Healthcare will fund the move with a $220m capital raise through a $190m underwritten placement and $30m…
Kylie Jenner welcomes new pet kitten after losing Italian greyhound Norman
She captioned a series of images of her late pooch with a heartfelt tribute. It read: “In Loving…
NZTA revokes 440 truck licenses after audit finds fraudulent documents
The individuals impacted by this are being contacted by NZTA and will be advised to surrender their licences.…
Gisborne landowners call for regular upkeep of ‘rundown’ Cyclone Gabrielle bypass
The group says maintenance is infrequent – often only occurring after a weather event or service requests –…
Black Caps v West Indies result: Saxton Oval washout means NZ can’t lose series
“We go to Dunedin, it’s probably going to be a bit colder, and probably another good surface and…
Day walkers reminded to be prepared after Wellingtonian saved by phone satellite feature
The rescue prompted calls for people to observe fundamental bush walking guidance, including not following trap markers. “Pink…
Doctor told by HDC to apologise to woman’s family after missed bowel cancer diagnosis
In May 2023, at a follow-up appointment for a neck melanoma that had been excised in February 2021,…
Roger McClay: Former National minister and Commissioner for Children dies, aged 80
“He was greatly loved and will be greatly missed.” Initially elected MP for Taupō in 1984, McClay was…
All Blacks v England: ABs face backline reshuffle after Caleb Clarke concussion
Barrett had his wound covered but moved reasonably freely as the All Blacks warmed up at Murrayfield. He…
Cyclist killed in Wairarapa crash was taking part in Martinborough Charity Fun Ride
One person was airlifted to hospital from the scene in critical condition. They later died in hospital, police…
Rotorua police find 8-year-old girl safe after urgent search
Police say a girl reported missing in Rotorua has been found. A 8-year-old girl reported missing in Rotorua…