Natural Hazards Commission to remain underfunded, as Government delays levy hike until after the election
However, Treasury last month wrote to insurers to say ministers were still considering what to do and no…
Sustainable Business and Finance: Solar power seen as key to easing NZ’s energy crisis
One of the biggest misconceptions about solar in New Zealand is that it needs sunshine, but McCarthy says…
Sustainable Business and Finance: Mainfreight expands renewable energy generation as electric fleet grows
The company operates in 27 countries with 337 branches, “What’s really hard for us is the air and…
Bali trip turns fatal as woman dies, 10 taken to hospital from bed-bug-ridden hostel
She only discovered Zhuoga had died after being discharged. Sickness swept through the $9-a-night accommodation, with multiple guests…
Long queues and pricey merch as Metallica takes over Eden Park tonight
A merchandise sales site has been operating in central Auckland since yesterday in anticipation of the hordes of…
Rotorua SH30A roadworks postponed to 2026 as MP slams NZTA for road closure
In a statement today NZTA apologised for the disruption caused and confirmed it would rethink its approach. “We…
As Saudi Crown Prince visits Washington, what’s New Zealand’s strategy for the Gulf? – Geoffrey Miller
Initially, Biden’s renewed interest in the Gulf region – despite his early ambitions to recentre US foreign policy…
Teenager praised for rescue effort as man dies at Takapuna Beach
They claimed the back-up “ghost code” for the defibrillator also failed during the urgent rescue response. Hato Hone…
Sanford profit surges 224% as debt falls and aquaculture lifts earnings
Sanford’s aquaculture businesses – salmon and mussels – exceeded expectations. However, the wildcatch business had fallen short of…
All Blacks 2026 fixtures revealed as Nations Championship launches to reshape global rugby calendar
The Six Nations teams will represent the Northern Hemisphere, and face the Sanzaar nations (South Africa, New Zealand,…
Media Insider: Kiwibank appoints Together as new advertising agency, parts ways with OMD on eve of seismic global merger
Together will work alongside incumbent Kiwibank agencies, Special (brand strategy, creative comms and consumer PR), TRA (strategy, lead…
State Highway 30A Rotorua reopening as NZTA faces backlash for roadworks ‘gridlock’
It was described as a “state of gridlock” on social media, with reports of students running late for…