Jim Bolger, New Zealand’s 35th Prime Minister, dies, aged 90
“And to New Zealand, he was a leader who believed in the strength of our democracy, the promise…
Silver Ferns selector Gail Parata claims Netball NZ spoke to seven players before Dame Noeline Taurua ousted
On Sunday, Parata said she had made the “difficult decision” to resign as a national selector to show…
Silver Ferns selector Gail Parata resigns after Netball New Zealand coaching saga
In a lengthy Facebook post, Parata said Taurua’s standing-down sent a “chilling message to every coach in Aotearoa…
Former building designer Lucy Walsh fined $10,000 for forging documents for Central Otago dwelling
All restricted building work must be carried out or supervised by an LBP under law, but Walsh continued…
Former gang member Dr Timoti Te Moke on his journey to becoming a doctor
“But I’m the outlier. I’m the exception, for now, at least, though it’s my hope that things change.”…
Former Lostprophets singer Ian Watkins dead after Wakefield Prison stabbing
“Detectives from the homicide and major inquiry team are investigating.” Attempted rape Watkins, 48, was jailed in December…
Simon Bridges shuts down talk of future Auckland mayoralty plans
As well as leading the Auckland Chamber of Commerce and enjoying living in Auckland with a young family,…
Paula Bennett on swapping Parliament for podcasting
And a lot of people have come and seen her. This week, she celebrates 100 episodes of her…
Chelsea Winter launches new cookbook Nourish inspired by family life
And now, much to Chelsea’s joy, her mum Annemieke is moving from the Waikato to be close by,…
Local elections 2025: Results for key Hamilton, Waikato battles
“I anticipate the swearing-in will take place about a week from now,” he said. New Hamilton Mayor Tim…
Dame Jacinda Ardern makes surprise cameo in Pike River film
“She agreed to briefly appear as herself, in a voluntary capacity. She hasn’t yet had the opportunity to…
Ex-All Black Tawera Kerr-Barlow ready to face old side La Rochelle in Top 14
“One of the juggernauts of world rugby,” he added. Kerr-Barlow signed for La Rochelle in 2017 after making…