Alan Dobbie of Wiroa Horticulture wins Northland Ballance Farm Environment Awards 2026
Judges praised the operation as a standout example of modern horticulture. “The team at Wiroa exemplify outstanding horticultural…
Health insurance startup Alan reaches €5B valuation
30% of European unicorns may have lost their billion-dollar status, but not Alan. The French health insurance startup…
‘The great adventure’: Grandson brings Far North soldier’s World War I story to life
He has produced three editions of Jim’s story. The latest details how the Ōkaihau farmer and musician swapped…
Nick Reiner’s attorney withdraws, plea postponed in parents’ murder case
The Los Angeles County district attorney charged him with two counts of first-degree murder two days later. If…
Napier fisherman reels in massive tuna: ‘Pretty amazing’
“They are a harder fish to fight than marlin, so that is my number one, so far, for…
British comedian Alan Davies bringing stand-up show to NZ for 10 dates in 2026
One of the UK’s best-loved comedians, Davies is a staple of British television, known for his performance as…
Conservationist Sir Alan Mark fears politics is failing the environment
“If we don’t look after that [the environment], we are doomed.” Mark said action on climate change was…
Artificial light is drowning out the Moon: here is what city bright lights are doing to humans and other species
Many city slickers may find it hard to comprehend, but the moon used to be the brightest source…
Speedway community mourns death of Whanganui legend Alan ‘Moon Goon’ Luoni
“He was someone who absolutely championed all of the entry-level classes. He was a well-respected guy with a…
Now’s the time for Auckland to get moving again – Alan McDonald
Some residents won’t agree but Eden Park costs too much to be so under-utilised. The business community needs…