Bay of Plenty regional councillors debate local government reform proposal
Dubbed the biggest change in local government since 1989, the proposal aims to strip out duplication in the…
A rumble of gun-carriage, yells from sergeant-majors… I saw the last departing traces of actual greatness: PETER HITCHENS
It is just over 61 years since they brought a tiny TV set into the school dining hall, and…
SARAH VINE: I fear for Harper Beckham. Victoria and David are taking a risk with her I don’t understand. They must be so careful
When it comes to Beckham vs Beckham, I can see both sides of the story, but on balance…
NBA legend LeBron James’ tears stoke retirement talk
Spanning three decades, James’ dazzling resume includes four NBA championships, a slew of records, and a place atop…
David Seymour says Auckland housing debate become ‘highly politicised’, says Epsom residents not ‘anti-intensification’
He believed planning should be left alone while focus is put on speeding up consenting and addressing other…
A team of scientists sparked a heated debate over a famous Vincent van Gogh painting
In 2024, a team of scientists from China and France published a study in the journal Physics of…
SARAH VINE: The miasma of gloom has finally lifted over the royals. How sad Harry and Meghan can’t see past their own psychodramas to allow their children to join this happy band
 The mother of one of my oldest friends, who was always there with a shoulder to cry on…
A.N. WILSON: The Royal Family has become a ridiculous soap opera we’re all hooked on. This is why I do have sympathy for Prince Harry – but Andrew and Fergie’s guzzling and fornication are beyond belief
By A. N. WILSON Watching the King speaking on TV about his cancer treatment, urging the rest of…
Fireworks ban debate: Why safety fears should not end backyard fun – Deborah Chambers
At this time of year, Diwali, Halloween, Christmas, New Year and Chinese/Lunar New Year are celebrated, so we…
How monogamous are humans? A study ranks us between meerkats and beavers
The study used pre-existing data from 103 human societies and 34 non-human mammal species to produce a “monogamy…
‘Clowns to the left of me, jokers to the right’: Nicola Willis hits back as debate reaches deadlock
Neither Willis nor Richardson can agree on a forum for the debate. In a statement, Richardson said she…
Ruth Richardson agrees to debate country’s fiscal position with Nicola Willis
“My message for Ruth Richardson is a very clear one, come and debate me face to face. Come…