Long Bay closed to cars as people on North Shore flock to the beach amid soaring temperatures
“Be patient where vehicle access to beach and parks will be busy,” said a council spokesperson. “Long Bay…
Auckland police hunt Lawrence Schwalger, warrant issued for arrest
Police say the 50-year-old is thought to be in the wider Auckland area. ‘Call 111 immediately’ Members of…
Whangārei Heads couple find kiwi in sleepout
One of the people involved posted what happened on social media, describing the experience as wonderful. “I fetched…
‘Mum, Happy New Year, I love you’: A mother’s search for her son after Swiss blaze
“So, was it my son’s table that burned?” the Swiss woman from Lausanne asked. “It’s been 40 hours.…
The cheapest time to book travel in 2026
Heidi Walker, general manager of Flight Centre, adds that travellers should fly off-peak if possible. “Steering clear of…
Hidden Auckland: Five summer spots worth going out of your way to find
The dramatic cliffs of Te Ahua Point are the lip of the ancient Waitākere volcano. Erupting about 15…
Kiwi woman on holiday scammed out of $10,000 after fake Bookabach listing
“And she goes: ‘I don’t do Bookabach. What do you mean?’ “When I tell you, my heart literally…
Far North police find firearm, meth and offensive weapon in stolen car
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Real Life: Peter Janssen on why he loves small-town NZ and a Sunday afternoon drive
The revised versions of Worth A Detour add to his collection of 20+ books, which combined have sold…
Listener’s best movies of 2025
Listener reviewers Sarah Watt and Russell Baillie name their top 10 films of the year, with a guide…
Black Caps v West Indies: Is New Zealand captain Tom Latham the world’s most underappreciated player?
But that is how and where Latham has made his name. Of all the greats to have opened…
Over the Moon cheese owners go to police after discovering sub-par dumped products sold on roadside
Arther said the cheese was sent to the landfill after a selection did not meet the company’s standards,…