Beach carpark and campsite near Whanganui closed over erosion fears
Council chief infrastructure officer Lance Kennedy told the Chronicle in 2023 that the entire coastline – both cliffs…
Wānaka freedom camping investigated after unauthorised New Year party
“Any event on public conservation land needs to have an authorisation from DoC. This is so we can…
New videos released in Gypsy Rose Blanchard murder case
Gypsy Blanchard’s motive for convincing Godejohn – who she met online three years before the murder – to…
Sydney sisters with ultra-rare condition dream of first summer safely outdoors
“It’s sad and confronting,” their mother Yvette Walker told news.com.au during an emotional interview. “No amount of UV…
PRESS CHRISTMAS FOR ALL Bike offers freedom, independence for man with mental health struggles
As part of the annual Press Christmas for All campaign, we share with readers the stories of those…
Mortgage-free in six short years
How one Kiwi couple hit freedom fast – without missing life’s fun. When Hamilton’s Jenny Cross looks back…
Mixed messages add to freedom camping issues – Editorial
Further muddying the waters is that freedom camping rules vary from place to place. The uptick in visitors…
Central Otago freedom camping surge prompts tougher bylaw proposal
“The Queenstown Lakes does seem to be a very popular place for tourists to visit,” Galloway said. Freedom…
Jane Fonda relaunches McCarthy-era committee to defend free speech
The statement was backed by more than 550 people including some of the biggest names in the entertainment…
Council prohibits freedom camping along Whanganui River Road after safety and behaviour concerns
Currently, campers along the road can stay for a maximum of two nights. “While the River Road was…
Angelina Jolie voices concern over freedom of expression in the US
“These are very, very heavy times we’re all living in together.” Jolie, 50, was in San Sebastian to…
Soweto Gospel Choir announces 2026 New Zealand tour dates and venues
General public tickets for the Soweto Gospel Choir shows will be available to purchase on Friday, September 19.…