Beach Hop 2026: Events moved to Whangamatā as weather disrupts Pāuanui and Ōnemana stops
“The reason we are activating this plan is obviously to keep yourself and your vehicle safe,” Beaver said.…
Councils of flood-hit areas invest in protective barriers as extra security
“It just gives people a little bit of security,” he said. Plus, it was far easier than filling…
McCain shutdown: Mayors see risk to the food basket of Hawke’s Bay – ‘We cannot afford to accept this as inevitable’
Hastings District Council will also be working with Foodeast Haumako (the regional food, beverage and agritech hub) to…
The 4 biggest interior design trends for 2026 and beyond, as seen at NZ Design Week
Cocooning is where we’re heading with interiors, writes Leanne Moore after attending NZ Design Week in Auckland this…
‘No negotiations’ says Iran Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi as the US touts peace plan
“At present, our policy is the continuation of resistance,” Araghchi said on state TV, adding that the United…
Payments firm Airwallex names Sir Bill English as chairman of New Zealand board
It now supports more than 1000 New Zealand businesses and facilitates about $2.4 billion in annual payment flows…
Concerns for native birdlife as pack of dogs at large in Waioweka forest
“It’s not a pet that has gone missing. It is not a hunting dog that has got lost.…
Running of the bulls horror in Peru as leaping bull floors festival-goer
Ganoza later shared a photo of himself with bandages across his face and nose as he recovered in…
Black Caps v South Africa result: Dropped catches haunt New Zealand as Proteas complete turnaround T20 series win
South Africa’s total was built on a 33-ball 75 from wicketkeeper Connor Esterhuizen, who made the most of…
Bupa operating profit jumps 52% to $76.7m as retirement village and care home revenue climbs
Pre-tax profit doubled from $32m to $63m. Bupa has 35 retirement villages and 40 care or geriatric homes…
Irish singer Niall Horan fears future hip replacement as joint problems worsen
“He’s had a hip done 18 months ago. “He’s getting another hip done now.” When it was pointed…
Northland severe weather: Marae open as red rain alert, risk of floods loom
The worst of the weather is forecast to start tomorrow, with peak rates initially reaching between 15-25mm per…