Wellington residents protest building ’exceptionally ugly’ cell tower next to historical church
Kelburn residents will soon put up hoardings to oppose the erection of a new cell tower, with this…
Auckland’s Coolest Cinemas To Escape Winter, From Luxe Recliners To Heritage Theatres
Winter in Auckland calls for a great excuse to stay inside, and these cinemas, from boutique dine-in luxury…
New owners to relaunch century-old retail icon Smiths City after going into liquidation in 2025
Companies Office records show Smiths City 2026 Limited was incorporated in February, with Sheehan and Bell serving as…
Central Hawke’s Bay community rallies to raise Omakere Hall after repeated flooding
“We are on borrowed time, to be honest. “Black mould has obviously got its teeth in, and it’s…
Napier: Century-old newspaper imprint found at work site
The imprint shows advertisements for a tonic and furniture. In the early 20th century, most newspaper front pages…
Century-old locket found in Pukekohe supermarket reunited with Thames owner after successful sleuthing
“Weeks went by and nothing,” Steedman said. “We were starting to lose hope that someone would claim it,…
Waikato’s Newstead Orchard: Future secured as new partner takes over operations
Her brother and head orchardist, John Woolford, was also keen for more time away from the orchard work.…
Rotorua Māori carving restored and gifted to British Council in London
The statement said the exchange was “an extraordinary act of cultural generosity” honouring the legacy of Te Arawa’s…