Inside Dame Kiri Te Kanawa’s summer Christmas: Crayfish, grandkids and a new Song Quest
The nation stood still for the annual event, broadcast live on radio, and at just 21, on stage…
Turkey builds Somalia spaceport as U.S., China and France increase satellite surveillance
Saturday December 13, 2025 Selçuk Bayraktar, chairman of Turkish defence and aerospace firm Baykar, is seen in a…
On The Up: Christmas spirit shines with free meals, hampers and donations
Parents will also get a chance to pick out Christmas gifts for their children, from community donations through…
Sarah Hirini: Black Ferns legend speaks about her passion for flying and getting a pilot’s licence
Full-time pilot students usually take six months to complete their studies, but with the extreme demands of the…
Pastures Past: How ticks tormented early farmers, their flocks and herds
In 1894, the New Zealand Mail quoted an Australian expert who said, “It has been said that ‘one…
Things to do in Auckland this weekend: Christmas lights, Tango Day and more
Where: Franklin Rd, Ponsonby. Ōtara Block Christmas Lights When: Nightly 7.30pm-11.30pm until December 25. Where: Cooper Cres, Ross…
Why experts say the simplest investing strategy is still the best
What is the S&P 500? A complete guide to this key stock market index Understanding the S&P 500:…
James Cameron on Avatar’s future, the NZ film industry’s problems and being part of the solution
The second film, Avatar: The Way of Water, is also among the top earners, making it the third-highest-grossing…
Qantas Auckland lounge and new Samoa, Gold Coast flights revealed
As for routes, the Gold Coast service will run three times a week, while Auckland–Apia marks Qantas’ first…
Howard Temple’s abuse and Gloriavale’s petri dish of power, patriarchy & isolation – Paula Gosney
Researching grooming at Auckland University prompted me to look beyond our conditioned fear and interrogate the data rather…
The union that fought itself – how two Corrections officers took their union to court and won (so far)
Exactly what the complaints are is unclear – they have been described as “a hotch-potch of accumulated grievances”…
1 person seriously injured in Christchurch Akaroa Rd crash involving car and cyclist
One person in a serious condition was transported to hospital by helicopter. The St John spokesperson said one…