Media Insider: New RNZ chairman Brent Impey on ratings, trust, shows and talent
Fighting talk that has possibly been missing, at least publicly, from the public broadcaster in recent years. RNZ’s…
All Blacks: Dave Rennie set to unleash rookies in first squad
While Scott Robertson blooded a host of rookies, selection conservatism largely dogged his two-year tenure. Fehi Fineanganofo celebrates…
One NZ Stadium hits full capacity as All Blacks take on France
The stadium has sold out every major event it has hosted since it opened, most recently the NRL…
South Island shines in Michelin Awards with seven stars for Christchurch, Queenstown, and Wānaka restaurants
Chef Simon Levy, from Inati, went on stage to receive the South Island’s first ever Michelin star. Levy…
NZ First secures win in health and safety reforms, delaying commencement until after election
NZ First leader Winston Peters has previously been critical of the bill, saying it would be “dead on…
Napier roadworks crash leaves 1 person seriously injured
The works started in January and include the restriction of up to 300 metres of the Alpers Terrace-Hyderabad…
First XV wrap: Hamilton Boys go top in Super 8 as rivals close gap
Despite six changes from their starting line-up which drew with Rotorua, Hamilton blitzed Napier to lead 21-0 after…
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,…
3 MPs racked up $20,000-plus travel bills as Parliament sat for 6 weeks
According to the returns, Arbuckle, a first-term and list MP, spent the most at $25,098. Bennett, a Labour…
Petrol price drops below $3 a litre in New Zealand as ceasefire steadies oil markets
The average cost for 91 sat about $2.49 at the beginning of the war, before jumping 14 cents…
Wellington Mayor Andrew Little’s team: Who’s who and what they’re paid
Andrew Little’s office director David (Dave) Hawkins worked as his senior private secretary in opposition and government. Photo…
More than 600 gather in Hawke’s Bay to hear Winston Peters’ attacks and vision
Aside from some heated discussions, both sides acted with good manners. Randell, the new boy on the political…