Qantas releases first images of 22-hour ultra long-haul plane
Qantas has dubbed the operation “Project Sunrise” in a nod to the airline’s historic “Double Sunrise” endurance flights…
Ed Sheeran’s campaign prompts major UK school music curriculum overhaul
He also called for investment in future musical talent in the UK music industry, given that it makes…
Waikato Regional Theatre set for January debut as Teeks headlines opening night
He has been working on a new album recently which is nearing completion, while his latest single, Red…
Rotorua Lakes Community Board seeks fresh faces after years of uncontested seats
Electoral officer for Rotorua Lakes Council Warwick Lampp said byelection candidate nominations for the remaining two seats open…
Turtles found foraging in Rangaunu Harbour
Drone image of a green turtle foraging in the Far North’s Rangaunu Harbour. Photo / MV Erdmann Finucci…
Reese Witherspoon recalls pressure of hosting SNL after 9/11 attacks
She added: “Lorne Michaels called me and he said, I really need you to show up. I really,…
‘Enough is enough’ – New Zealand First wants to ban private fireworks
Peters said his party’s Fireworks Prohibition Legislation Bill would stop the retail sale, manufacture and importation of fireworks…
NZ’s first marine reserve is turning 50 – the lessons from its recovery are invaluable – Conrad Pilditch and Simon Francis Thrush
Officially known as the Cape Rodney-Okakari Point Marine Reserve, the 556ha of protected waters and seabed became New…
Matemoana McDonald excited to lead Bay of Plenty Regional Council as first wahine Māori chair
Nine new councillors joined five returning members in being sworn in by chief executive Fiona McTavish. McDonald told…
All Blacks v Ireland: Grand Slam hopes for Scott Robertson’s men hinge on Chicago test – Phil Gifford
That series loss triggered the lack of NZ Rugby’s confidence in their coach, Ian Foster, which would bloom…
Former All Black Campbell Johnstone and husband Ben celebrate one year of marriage
Ben explains, “Initially I went along thinking, ‘It’ll be good for my training.’ Then my plan was to…
Mark Walker chasing first Derby but two Roses may smell sweeter
One of New Zealand’s modern-day horse training greats gets his shot at the classic that has always eluded…