Auckland Mayor questions experts behind fast-tracked 1200-home project
The project involves trucking treated wastewater to Whangārei because Watercare will not be able to connect any water…
Christchurch’s thriving urban art scene: Painting the city to life, one wall at a time
In describing her style, Compton says she likes “to do section cuts so that [viewers] kind of get…
Napier Winter Deco draws crowds with vintage style, a steam train, and 1930s flavours
He said the white bean and ham hock pressed terrine at Roam was a standout dish, as was…
My Secret Auckland: Head Girl actress Tatum Warren-Ngata shares her favourite places in the city
Best restaurant for dinner with friends? Jungle 8 in Elliot Stables. My friends and I love their Sunday…
How I Got OpenAI Internship in San Francisco: What It Was Like
This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Hamza Mostafa, 21, who lives in San Francisco. The…
‘I felt very intimidated’: Whangārei woman sceptical of crime crackdown
Before they knew it, he straddled Joanne’s wheelchair, exposed himself and blocked their path, she said. “I felt…
Billy Te Kahika jnr in hospital after heart attack
In an update on fellow conspiracy theorist and former bandmate Vinny Eastwood’s online talk show, Te Kahika said…
Bird flu risks worry Gisborne resident with backyard hens
The Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) issued detailed guidance online of the disease symptoms in birds and how…
What nearly 100 residents said about Gisborne’s proposed city centre makeover
The first option was expected to cost $3.5m to $4.5m, the second $7m to $9m, and the third…
Avril Lavigne played one of her biggest songs at Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding
McAfee also revealed the atmosphere was kept relaxed, with each musician getting called up by the previous performer.…
Best international shows to stream in 2026
The biggest gift of the streaming revolution is subtitles. Which is to say, international series (for maximum viewing…
Election 2026: Te Kira Lawrence named New Zealand First candidate for East Cape
Lawrence was elected to Napier City Council last year – after a first unsuccessful run in 2022 –…