World Surf League Raglan: Carissa Moore rekindles New Zealand connection to move into quarter-finals
Moore has moved into the quarter-finals of the New Zealand Pro at Manu Bay in Raglan, beating American…
Blake Lively, Justin Baldoni agree to end lengthy legal battle
“We acknowledge the process presented challenges and recognise concerns raised by Ms Lively deserved to be heard ……
Tauranga, Western Bay councils agree to form joint water organisation
Tauranga initially voted to go it alone on water, while the Western Bay passed a tight vote for…
Trump orders US agencies to stop using Anthropic AI after Pentagon clash
Anthropic did not immediately reply to a request for comment. The Pentagon had said Anthropic must agree to…
NZ’s Best Beach 2026: Toni Street, Julian Dennison, Ali Williams & more share their favourites
Whangamatā is Toni Street’s favourite beach in New Zealand, and one she returns to every summer. Toni Street…
NZ’s Best Beach 2026: Bret McKenzie, Dai Henwood, Hilary Barry and more share their favourites
Dai Henwood at Piha Beach. Dai Henwood I always say Piha because that’s my sort of spiritual home.…
A team of scientists sparked a heated debate over a famous Vincent van Gogh painting
In 2024, a team of scientists from China and France published a study in the journal Physics of…
Bay of Plenty: Three‑generation journey shows change drives kiwifruit success in Tauranga
Like his grandfather, Blair couldn’t agree more about change being the only constant. “I’ve been in this [kiwifruit]…
Homelessness in Auckland CBD: Commuters think city unsafe after survey shows businesses agree
Inner city residents and workers gave their thoughts in the wake of a newly released survey from the…
Trump ultimatum: Hamas told to accept Gaza peace deal terms by Monday deadline
“Hamas is still continuing consultations regarding Trump’s plan… and has informed mediators that the consultations are ongoing and…