Rotorua mourners raise concerns over cemetery maintenance standards
Karen Gardiner is a regular at Kauae Cemetery, making weekly visits to the grave of her daughter Kristi-Rae…
Fitch puts New Zealand AA+ rating on negative outlook over rising debt
But the AA+ rating reflected New Zealand’s “advanced and wealthy economy, high governance standards, and robust policy framework”.…
Fire engine suffers equipment failure at central Auckland blaze, union voices safety concerns
In a video posted on social media by the New Zealand Professional Firefighters Union (NZPFU), audio from inside…
No proof locked Kia hybrid caused Hawke’s Bay man’s death, coroner finds
The court heard the last proof of life was a phone call Potter had made to a friend…
Christchurch’s French Bakery had long history with WorkSafe before worker lost finger, $245k fine imposed
But he couldn’t reach the drive motor. He stood on the edge of a hopper while another worker…
Chevy Chase neighbors push back on mental health facility proposal
LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) – An empty building in Lexington’s Chevy Chase neighborhood could soon have a new purpose,…
Rotorua SH30A roadworks debacle: Council responds to NZTA’s ‘no correspondence’ claim
Scheduled to last until mid-December, the work was cut short later that day after reported travel delays of…
Election 2026: National trails Labour on key cost-of-living issue, but gaining ground as Government sees rating rebound
Inflation/the cost of living continues to be the top issue for New Zealanders, as it has been for…
SH29 Kaimai safety concerns spur push for fixes on major Bay of Plenty highway
“Having cars stopped in overtaking lanes trying to turn right while trucks and cars are racing along in…
Pharmacist shortage: Gisborne chemists under pressure as demand grows
The national average was about eight per 10,000. Shivnan, of Sean Shivnan Pharmacy, and Campbell, of Pharmacy 53,…
Immigration New Zealand probes fraudulent documents in Indian group visa applications
He said seven visitor visa applications were approved for the group, each valid for one month. Four applications…
Army pauses cultural skills framework after concern raised with Minister
“I have today sought further information from Army leadership. I am advised that the implementation of this Framework…