Singer Bonnie Tyler has woken from ‘induced coma’ but remains ‘seriously ill’
“Bonnie has been put into an induced coma by her doctors to aid her recovery. We know that…
Labour receives biggest election year donation so far but trails Govt parties
It was given to Labour by the estate of Murray Jones, an Otago mountain climber who died last…
Government promises ‘faster access’ to maternal mental healthcare and more frontline staff, advocate says step in right direction but wants detail
“One of the most important periods in a child’s life is the first 2000 days. By providing support…
Virtual fencing gains popularity, but vocal critics remain
The technology is increasingly popular around New Zealand, saving on labour and fencing costs as farmers seamlessly integrate…
NZ company results solid but fog of Iran war affects earnings outlooks
“We have net downgrades across the board for 2027, with earnings per share downgrades outweighing upgrades by a…
Watching the watchers: Why New Zealand’s age verification plan gets it backwards – David Harvey
In New Zealand, all roads lead to one place – the Department of Internal Affairs (DIA). One department,…
Race relations gives people the ick, but stripping unelected members of voting rights was obvious – Heather du Plessis-Allan
Defenders will tell you the angst is overblown. It’s just a committee. It’s not the full council. The…
ANZ hikes all mortgage rates above competitors, but leaves most savings rates as they are
ANZ lifted only two of its deposit and PIE fund rates. Its 270-day and one-year savings rates are…
NZ dairy farmers enjoy strong balance sheets but costs are mounting – DairyNZ
“Looking ahead to 2026-27, it is the rate of increase of expenses that is of most concern,” he…
Dame Jacinda Ardern: Former PM enjoying private life in Sydney but still wants to ‘change the world’
The former Prime Minister said her transition from the top of politics to a private life was less…
Data shows business stress has peaked, but risks remain amid global uncertainty
“However, this is an external shock, not a homegrown economic failure. When offshore conditions stabilise, the relief here…
Budget 2026: Air NZ welcomes aircraft lease tax relief but aviation industry body warns skills gap persists
In dry leases, the lessor or owner of the parts typically provided parts but did not provide crew,…