Growth NZ energy plan proposes eight steps for cheaper, cleaner electricity
The former Meta executive is co-chair with Anna Kominik, a former Electricity Authority chairwoman. “The bills are high…
MBIE orders investigation into Financial Markets Authority workplace conduct and culture
The concerns reached the Public Service Commission and Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister on Friday, July 24. By…
David Seymour left ‘unsolicited art criticism’ on Trade Me auction portrait, artist says
The portraits are listed for auction on Trade Me, where 10% of profits are expected to be donated…
Netflix cast caught in Te Anau earthquake while filming Queenstown series
The Diplomat actor Rufus Sewell. Photo / Getty Images The quake struck 40km north of Te Anau at…
Mount Maunganui landslide: Why Tauranga City Council commissioned external review
In an emergency meeting on Monday, the council voted to appoint an external person to lead an organisational…
Local firms eye 2026 growth but fear rising costs and inflation
“As local businesses prepare to put another challenging year behind them, it’s encouraging to see optimism coming through…
Japan woman marries AI partner, wears augmented reality glasses during ring exchange
A Japanese woman turned to ChatGPT for comfort after ending a real three-year engagement, then found herself in…
BCG warns New Zealand gas supply could halve again within five years
“The structural gas supply decline is expected to continue, driven by ageing offshore fields such as Maui, Kupe…
Inside New Zealand Rustic: How farmer Malcolm Rough redefined natural home design
Presenting a home is a lot like how people look each other in the eye when shaking hands.…
Donation of unused clothes urged as Uber offers free courier trips to Red Cross
On Saturday, October 18, users in Auckland, Christchurch and Wellington can order a car to collect up to…