Is NZ closer to a social media ban? MP’s bill pulled from the biscuit tin
After her bill was pulled from the ballot, Wedd said it was “progress” and could “be picked up…
Kelston Boys’ High School faces charter school takeover bid by community group Bewt
The bid was backed by a sponsor called Bangerz Education and Wellbeing Trust (Bewt), which is a youth…
Kawau Coastguard rescues 2 people off Tawharanui coast after catamaran overturns in water
The circling helicopter guided Kawau Rescue to the dinghy, by then east of Takatu Point, and both were…
Netflix true‑crime film The Perfect Neighbor sparks emotional viewer reaction
It showed the moment Owens’ children learned their mother would not be coming home. It showed Lorincz in…
All Blacks: Twenty years on from 2005 Grand Slam triumph
Two decades on, Ben Francis speaks with players from the greatest of the modern Grand Slam tours. The…
Temu distances itself from 13-year-old boy who swallowed 100 magnets
In an initial statement from Temu, a spokesperson said it had launched an internal review after hearing about…
On The Up: Rotorua Museum Art Awards return with record $18k prize pool
Money raised through artwork sales goes towards the museum’s exhibition development project before its reopening, Wilson said. Four…
Christchurch man ordered to stop running Mini car yard from home
“I have absolutely no inclination or interest in dismantling or repairing any vehicles at this property as I…
Stream for free: What I learned after a week of not paying for my content
Could all the free streaming options New Zealand had to offer be a suitable replacement? Streaming is slowly…
Mount Maunganui dragon removed from Pilot Bay, but may return soon
While at Pilot Bay, the sculpture captured the public’s imagination, prompting a wave of affection and calls to…
Family Court releases retired surgeon from compulsory mental health care
He was removed from a speaking event at his former school, as well as a church service, after…
Coldplay’s Chris Martin reportedly dating Game of Thrones star Sophie Turner
Sophie Turner and Joe Jonas split in 2023 after two years of marriage. Photo / Lionel Hahn, Getty…