Nema defends $48k London consultancy report on New Zealand flood risks
Consultants noted that investing in risk reduction, in the long run, was far more cost-effective than paying for…
Novak Djokovic survives Wimbledon’s longest quarter-final to book Jannik Sinner blockbuster
Asked how he saw off Auger-Aliassime, Djokovic said: “With racquet and a lot of heart. I have management…
Shane Jones defends Canada trip budget blowout, says media is ‘laundering lies’
“A Government trip, organised and sanctioned by Cabinet, a SUV four-wheel drive organised by North American trade officials,…
Illegal Whangārei doughnut video ignites debate over street skid culture
“There is no place for this unsafe behaviour on our public roads.” A participant described the incident as…
Her hit divorce memoir may not have told the whole story. Maybe it doesn’t matter
Questions have arisen about Belle Burden’s best-selling work, but female readers are defending it anyway. All the best…
Rotorua Mayor Tania Tapsell defends parking overhaul amid backlash
Separate paid parking zones will operate in the city centre with hourly charges, capped rates and time limits.…
Xero boss responds to Rod Drury sexual misconduct allegations
“Importantly and personally, I have deep empathy for anyone who has ever experienced this type of harassment”, she…
School lunch complaints: David Seymour urges ‘context’ after revelations of food safety probes
Food safety investigations around school lunches have covered foreign matter in the food, as well as undercooked meals.…
Tauranga Mayor Mahé Drysdale defends having $50k council car
The Remuneration Authority allows councils to provide a mayoral vehicle. It set purchase price limits at $55,000 for…
Health NZ defends flu jab stickers after banning nurses’ strike stickers
Staff were reportedly told the stickers were an infection risk because they could not be wiped clean and…
Wellington Phoenix’s faint A-League playoff hopes fade after costly Melbourne City defeat
Interim Nix manager Chris Greenacre is not giving up just yet. “We might have to rely on other…
Masters 2026: Ryan Fox misses cut as Rory McIlroy goes six clear after second round at Augusta
It was a strong day for the European Ryder Cup contingent with Tyrrell Hatton becoming just the third…