Trio of private jets at Hawke’s Bay Airport an ‘incredible’ boost for region as high-flying family visit
“We’re now seeing huge interest out of Asia for a holiday in Hawke’s Bay for high-net-worth individuals. “These…
UK man sings Christmas carols for 42 hours in world record attempt
Purchase said he was surprised that his voice remained largely intact during the vocal marathon. “Apart from the…
Weather: Heavy rain, strong winds to batter New Zealand before Christmas
🎄☀️Kia ora & Merry Christmas. Don’t get caught out by the weather. We’ve got a quick look at…
New Zealand’s busiest airport days and tips for flying this summer
Internationally, about 1.1 million passengers will be flying in or out of New Zealand. Queenstown, Nelson and Dunedin…
Weather: Showers, chilly temperatures linger across New Zealand in lead-up to Christmas
MetService has issued two heavy rain watches for the Westland Ranges and the headwaters of the Canterbury lakes…
Buck Rogers star Gil Gerard dies days after ‘aggressive’ cancer diagnosis
Gerard was born in Arkansas in 1943 and began his career as an actor in New York City…
HMNZS Aotearoa sailor returns home for Christmas after 307 days away from home
As part of the three-month deployment to the Indo-Pacific region, HMNZS Aotearoa also completed defence engagements and exercises…
Moana Road: How Paul Ballentyne built a souvenir empire after being $2m in debt
I was a property developer in 2008 and that definitely kicked my ass really bad. I owed $2…
Third homicide in three days: Police probe Tauranga death and seek information
A Tauranga property remains corned off on Fraser St as a homicide investigation is underway. Photo / Samantha…
Inside Dame Kiri Te Kanawa’s summer Christmas: Crayfish, grandkids and a new Song Quest
The nation stood still for the annual event, broadcast live on radio, and at just 21, on stage…
Beach Haven fire: North Shore family lose accessible home, medical gear
Several explosions followed before the fire enveloped their covered carport and the accessible room behind, with Tuapawa’s partner…
Kiwibank economic outlook: Brighter days ahead with 2026 recovery tipped
Bank economist Sabrina Delgado criticised the Reserve Bank for a “misstep”. While it cut the Official Cash Rate…