Indian PM Narendra Modi visit: Specialist police seconded for major security operation
Anderson said, given the stature of the visit, the public should expect some disruptions to parts of the…
Jay Aranui sentenced for the manslaughter of Napier man Andy Winitana
He hit his head, causing a catastrophic and fatal brain injury. He died in hospital with his loved…
Pale Luka jailed for Upper Hutt home invasion, sexual assault over second-hand iPhone dispute
The court heard victim impact statements from the family, detailing their daily struggles since the violent attack. “I…
All Blacks v Italy: Beauden Barrett poised for fullback return
Barrett, who even in his prime had a tendency to turn his shoulders and body towards his intended…
Cyclone Gabrielle: Flood risk 2C category removed for 75 Pōrangahau homes as resilience project advances
With the first phase of the Pōrangahau Flood Resilience Project now well into construction, the 75 properties met…
Rydges Rotorua hotel for sale as investor interest heats up
The company is a joint venture partnership formed in 2019 between the NZ Super Fund, Russell Property Group…
Auckland volunteer firefighters refuse to provide ‘back-up’ for Fire and Emergency during union strike periods
“We haven’t become volunteer firefighters to provide a back-up to Fire and Emergency during strike periods,” he told…
All Blacks: After Wallace Sititi’s head knock, his mother wanted him out of rugby for a ‘long time’
He then rolled into the recovery position before visibly shaking, eventually making it to his feet and being…
Disney taps back catalogue – again – for live-action ‘Moana’
With a budget estimated at US$200 million to $250m ($351m-$438.7m), the film is banking on spectacular special effects…
Napier trial told young woman feared for her life at hands of older man she was living with
The man has pleaded not guilty to all charges. The woman, who has statutory name suppression, went to…
Sir Scott Dixon on why he left Chip Ganassi Racing for Arrow McLaren
Arrow McLaren put paid to all the rumours overnight, announcing the New Zealander would race for the team…
Tauranga athletes selected for New Zealand Junior Black Fins squad
He recorded a standout domestic season in the past year, winning the surf race at the International Surf…