Air NZ flight returns to Auckland after mechanical issue found following takeoff
Fire and emergency services were not called to the terminal. However, several airport vehicles were on standby as…
Tauranga MP Sam Uffindell calls for temporary toll reduction on Takitimu Drive
Uffindell said his community appreciated the long-term benefits these improvements would deliver. There was “frustration”, however, that motorists…
Auckland Marathon 2025: 17,000 runners set for city’s biggest race since 2014
The courses Runners will be making their way across Auckland during the 2025 marathon. Photo / Auckland Marathon…
Christchurch’s Little High Eatery sold but founders keep stake in new deal
The McKenzie & Willis heritage facade in Christchurch after the 2011 earthquake. Photo / Supplied The facade that…
$20m+ Auckland property failure: Development boss speaks out on what went wrong
Those problems included: Defaults on settlements by pre-purchasers;Delays getting council inspections completed; Hold-ups achieving code compliance certificates;Delays on…
Wellington business confidence survey shows leaders pessimistic, unhappy with council
Wellington City Council’s business support, or lack thereof, drew strong reaction from the business leaders. When it came…
Napier’s $100,000 citizens’ assembly declines to recommend site for new pool
A Napier City Council spokesperson previously said the council will endorse the assembly’s decision and then put it…
Paris to open first open‑air Picasso museum with bronze sculptures in 2030
Paris city authorities and the French culture ministry are backing the park project, which was conceived “through dialogue…
Rotorua council election: City’s reputation key issue in mayoral tourism debate
Quizzed on how to improve the city’s nightlife, Barrett said that in interactions across the country she had…
Lower Hutt’s cost-neutral social housing strategy turns $13m into 284 homes
“It is a break-even model, which is really important and I think that’s what people, particularly in the…
Christchurch traffic, earthquakes, weather: Readers share city’s biggest challenges
Many commenters noted Christchurch still had its fair share of rush-hour traffic blockages. Riccarton Rd during peak traffic…
On The Up: Tauranga teenager bakes desserts for homeless, wins youth volunteer award
Hannah’s volunteering began through the Student Volunteer Army at school. The army formed in Christchurch after the first…