Inside Chris Hipkins and Toni Grace’s engagement and family life
“I had absolutely no idea it was coming,” says Toni, who has an impressive background in sustainable development…
Police praise behaviour of New Year’s revellers; evacuations at Twisted Frequency festival
Fireworks in Auckland to see in the New Year. Photo / Jason Dorday Large crowds were also present…
New Year’s Eve arrests and callouts: Police and St John report quiet night overall
The spokesperson said the atmosphere was positive and the crowd was generally well-behaved, with 12 arrests and some…
Club patron Emma Twigg returns for Hawke’s Bay rowing’s 150 years New Year regatta
It comes seven weeks after she celebrated success in that new venture, a World Rowing Beach Sprint title,…
New Zealand Rings in 2026 as Celebrations Begin Across the World
As the clock strikes midnight, New Zealand once again becomes the first country to welcome the New Year.…
Superyacht owned by New Zealand’s richest man Graeme Hart anchors at St Barts island for New Year’s Eve celebrations
Ulysses sailed from Puerto Rico’s capital San Juan yesterday, according to the Marine Traffic vessel tracker, to join…
Auckland holiday traffic: Long delays on Southern Motorway as motorists head to New Year’s hotspots
Lengthy traffic queue on the Southern Motorway. Photo / NZTA The NZTA traffic dashboard indicated the route from…
New Year’s Eve in Hawke’s Bay: Fireworks and bands ready to rock
It culminates with the countdown to midnight, Mayor Richard McGrath’s first ringing of the Veronica Bell to welcome…
Venus Williams’ wedding: Tennis legend wore 12 dresses for week-long party
On the day of their home wedding celebration, Williams wore “the most incredible” Georges Hobieka gown, teamed with…
Camry-loving Christchurch 4-year-old gets dream birthday thanks to Toyota surprise
“We talked about party themes with his dad, and he was completely adamant. “It had to be a…
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…
Auckland mayor and police urge safe celebrations for Kiwis v Tonga league clash
With the Kiwis hosting Mate Ma’a Tonga, police are expecting a bumper crowd on Sunday at Eden Park…