US-Iran conflict threatens NZ red meat exports via Strait of Hormuz
“While there are other ports outside the Gulf for some of the GCC countries, such as Jeddah for…
New space race could turn our atmosphere into ‘crematorium for satellites’ – The Conversation
When we look up at the night sky and see a satellite glide past, we might not consider…
Landspeed New Zealand trials south of Rotorua: Cars and bikes chase 300km/h records
The fastest speed recorded for a car was 356km/h with a Nissan GTR four years ago. In 2024,…
Why 2026 could be the year you volunteer overseas
Your experience can help Pacific communities thrive long after you leave. In 1962, Sir Edmund Hillary helped establish…
Could you be $6m richer? Tonight’s winning Lotto Powerball numbers are in
A Masterton man described running through the house in his underwear after winning $5.08m in last Saturday’s Lotto…
Insolvent Gisborne logging company owing $1.7m could not pay creditors
A final report on the insolvent company’s liquidation was released in October. “The cause of the liquidation appears…
IndyCar drivers Scott Dixon and Scott McLaughlin lead Kiwi charge at St Petersburg opener
“I’ve had some wheel-time racing at Daytona [24 Hour] and I bought a kart during the off-season. Some…
Leading jockey admits using cocaine after testing positive on race day
“I take full responsibility for what I did. I’m embarrassed about it. “I have let down my family,…
NRL: Seventeen Kiwi rookies who could make debuts in 2026
After missing all of 2025, the kid from Hokianga is primed to stamp his mark by showcasing electric…
Wayve, founded by Kiwi Alex Kendall, raises $2.5b, reveals Uber will use its tech for its first robotaxis
Uber will also use Wayve’s technology to power its first test fleet of robotaxis, which will hit the…
Hawke’s Bay homicide: Police appeal for sightings of white Mazda 3 in case of slain Rotorua woman Sharlene Smith
They are appealing for sightings of it between 8am and “approximately midday” on Sunday, February 1. The car…
Letters: NZ could end homelessness but are we ready to do what it takes?
Sounds like that idea came from someone with money who thought how much they’d hate having to hand…