Mum calls for mandatory safety regulations for blind cords after toddler’s death
Between 2009 and 2019, six children in New Zealand died after being strangled by the cord of a…
Project Phoenix: South Waikato positive about future after tough months
In response to the closure and to combat that uncertainty, the South Waikato District Council, together with local…
Ahipara residents carry sticks after roaming dog attacks spark fear
In a statement, Far North District Council’s Hilary Sumpter said it had received 1087 reports of roaming dogs…
Thomas Frank: Spurs boss sacked after run of miserable results – EPL
“Thomas was appointed in June 2025, and we have been determined to give him the time and support…
Whakatāne rest home residents marry after finding harmony in song
When he returned, he told his wife, Beth, all about it and decided the family would emigrate. Their…
Women’s Amateur Asia Pacific Championship: Teen golfer gets final invite to home WAAP after late withdrawal
“My Dad told me straight away and my mum was right there too. They were both super excited.”…
Taihoro refit: Emirates Team New Zealand’s America’s Cup defender returns
“It’s a pretty important milestone in the campaign because today really reiterates how this America’s Cup is coming…
Blizzard Set To Redesign Newly Announced Overwatch Hero After Community Backlash
Blizzard recently announced a bunch of new heroes alongside a slew of structural and gameplay changes coming in…
Hastings stabbing: Man charged, police appeal for camera footage
At 6am on Saturday police got information about a man “hiding” at a property on Mayfair Ave, not…
Forestry sector calls for rates cap after Wairoa block bill increases 570%
Executive director Colin Jacobs said the 570% rates increase on that one forestry block amounts to $5 million…
Married at First Sight Australia edits out couple after groom accused of sex, violence crimes
“It was an allegation that had no proof,” Lomu said, adding that he insisted producers instruct the accuser…
World champion wingsuit skydiver Pierre Wolnik dies in Mont Blanc parachute fail
The French Parachuting Federation announced his death on social media. “It is with profound sadness that we announce…