NASA’s attempt to kick asteroid off-course was a success
By Maggy Donaldson, AFP NASA’s Double Asteroid Redirection Test (DART) mission just before its closest approach to the…
Phillip Spooner and his spree of thefts from retailers, homes, and car keys from gyms
First published on Hamilton District Court Photo: RNZ A man who tried to stop another man from stealing…
Chief executive appointment ‘strong’ signal Taranaki councils headed for amalgamation – mayor
Taranaki Regional Council boss Steve Ruru has also been named interim chief executive at New Plymouth District Council.…
After week of war, US President Donald Trump demands Iran’s ‘unconditional surrender’
A fireball rises after an Israeli airstrike in Beirut’s southern suburbs on 6 March, 2026. Fresh attacks on…
Woman who poked holes in housemate’s condoms found not guilty of intent to cause harm
By Neve Brissenden and Georgia Loney, ABC News The defence told the court the pregnancy did not occur…
Farmer finds fully clothed skeleton while cutting trees on SH3 Waikato
Human remains were found off SH3 between Te Awamutu and Ōtorohanga in the Waikato. Photo: Google Maps An…
Applause at Auckland Airport as flight arrives from Dubai
Grandma Claire Eadie welcomed the flight arriving to Auckland from Dubai with hugs for daughter-in-law Rebecca Fleming and…
Live: Highlanders v Western Force – Super Rugby Pacific
Photo: Photosport The Highlanders gave coach Jamie Joseph something to smile about with a 39-31 Super Rugby Pacific…
Riverlink project affecting Hutt River water quality
A water quality monitor moored midstream south of Melling Bridge in Hutt River Te Awa Kairangi. Photo: Phil…
Hungary’s $82 million bank transit swoop deepens spat with Ukraine
By Anita Komuves and Olena Harmash, Reuters This photo, released by the Hungarian government on 6 March 2026,…
High Court liquidation threat looms as ex-staff chase unpaid six-figure awards
First published on By Brianna McIllraith, Open Justice Reporter Property developer Anthony Corin is the owner of Longevity…
Pole vaulter Eliza McCartney stakes claim for world indoor selection with national title
Eliza McCartney in action at the Sir Graeme Douglas International. Photo: David Rowland/Photosport Kiwi pole vaulter Eliza McCartney…