Election 2026: New poll shows Labour edging ahead of National as Opportunity hits 5%
That’s National’s lowest result in that poll since November 2021, when Luxon took over as leader. The Greens…
Tait International profit falls to $37.3m despite revenue growth
Accounts disclose that in July, after balance date, Tait agreed to purchase the assets of Seattle-based in-building wireless…
Gen Alpha and social media: How cringe culture is a teen’s greatest fear
For Generation Alpha, the first cohort born into a world amplified by smartphones and social media, the stakes…
Retail figures: Spending falls in September as consumers cope with rising petrol prices, interest rates, bad weather
“Petrol prices jumped sharply in mid-September. Spending through Paymark at fuel outlets was running 35% ahead of year…
Drug trends survey: Cocaine use surges in NZ as price falls, drug becomes more accepted
The Massey researchers said the falling price reflected increased availability through new Pacific supply routes and a “glut…
Kawarau Falls crash: One person dead in single-vehicle crash, three others hurt
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Formula 1: Liam Lawson to start 11th in Malaysia as Racing Bulls’ teamwork falls short
“We’ll try to move forward in the race tomorrow.” In brutally hot conditions that McLaren’s Oscar Piastri compared…
NZ sharemarket falls over 1% despite Hallenstein’s solid result – Market close
“At this level, the bond yields definitely impact the valuations of the growth and technology stocks,” he said.…
HDC finds Rawene Hospital breached patient’s rights after falls and death
Now, the Health and Disability Commissioner (HDC) has found Rawene Hospital breached the man’s rights to care, particularly…
Taking calcium and vitamin D supplements may not boost bone health, study finds
Taking calcium and vitamin D supplements may not do much to boost bone health after all, a new…
Student injured after bus collides with pole, signpost falls on her in Ellerslie, Auckland
Hato Hone St John said it was notified at 7.52am. “One patient was assessed and treated at the…
Retail spending falls 0.9% in August as rising fuel prices bite households
Apparel spending followed suit, down $6.9m (2%), with motor vehicles (excluding fuel) down 0.3% ($0.6m). The only category…