Whangārei alleged police assault: Pepper spray used, 2 men face charges
Smith said a 37-year-old man was charged with assaulting police and resisting police. He was due to appear…
Far North mayor urges whānau to seek help after floods hit district
The major access closures because of flooding were via SH12 at Waimāmaku, SH15 through Mangakāhia Valley, SH1 at…
Rape accused Xuesong Zhang appears in Auckland court after extradition from Singapore
Zhang’s case was first listed last June in Waitākere District Court, but by then it was believed he…
School support dogs helping anxious students cope and learn in class
She said: “A lot of kids feel really judged today, and I think dogs just provide that non-judgemental,…
Price remains paramount for fashion retailers amidst economic uncertainty
Glassons Australia chief executive James Glasson said the company was starting to see green shoots in its New…
Trump gives Iran 48 hours to open Hormuz as Tehran strikes two towns in southern Israel
Trump’s ultimatum landed hours after two Iranian missiles struck southern Israel, injuring more than 100 people in the…
Vet shock: Pet owner extends mortgage by $20,000 to pay bills
‘Only rich people can afford pets’ Another Auckland pet owner told the Herald that “only rich people can…
Wharfside businesses face uncertain future as Whakatāne building set for demolition
The fish and chip restaurant and The Iceman bait, ice and fishing tackle store are preparing to close…
How 15th Ave to Welcome Bay roadworks could impact Tauranga commutes
A business leader said disruption on one of the city’s “key links” is likely to have wide-ranging impacts,…
Tauranga father facing losing wife to breast cancer, son to kidney disease
In March last year, Verron said, Grayson was diagnosed with “incurable and progressive” kidney disease. Nine months later,…
Iran conflict hits plastic supply chains as NZ manufacturers face 20-30% price spike
Speaking as part of her Iran update today, Finance Minister Nicola Willis said that while the Government had…
Northland flyers face flight cancellations, fare increases amid rising fuel prices
Barrier Air chief executive Grant Bacon said he was notified on Monday of a 95c per litre fuel…