Power consumers must register to get $270 payment in Hawke’s Bay
All consumers are urged to log-on to ensure details are up to date, and those who are registered…
White House begins firing workers amid prolonged shutdown
Democratic leaders in Congress have dismissed the threats as an attempt at intimidation and said mass firings would…
Harcourts’ Christchurch franchisees face Commerce Commission cartel action
“The commission alleges this conduct was damaging because, between them, the franchisees had a significant share of the…
Hakyung Lee suitcase double-murder trial: Jury begins deliberations over children’s deaths
“You are here as members of the public, representing the community we all live in,” the judge said.…
Brian Tamaki leads Auckland vigil and haka for slain US activist Charlie Kirk
Tamaki said Kirk’s death showed the loss of Christian values in our world. “He was executed because he…
Health experts warn of late flu peak with illness rates in south rising
The FluTracking weekly report shows a later, higher peak for flu symptoms this year. Photo / FluTracking The…
DR Congo begins vaccinating against new Ebola outbreak
The first shipment of vaccines was handed out to those most at risk from the virus, including frontline…
Chris Hipkins hoses down discussion on Labour tolerating higher inflation after Barbara Edmonds’ interest in discussing idea with economists
“It’s a debate and a discussion that does need to be had,” Edmonds said. “I’d be open to…
Man killed in shark attack at Sydney beach named as surfer and father Mercury Psillakis
In May he organised a paddle out tribute for fellow Dee Why surfer Shane Herring after his untimely…