George and Amal Clooney forced to leave French home amid wildfires
He said he hoped all their neighbours remained safe, adding: “Amal and I are committed to making sure…
Netball: Unbeaten Silver Ferns into Commonwealth Games finals with record win over Trinidad & Tobago
The Ferns are still reeling from what looks to be a tournament-ending knee injury to Catherine Hall, suffered…
New Zealand Breakers sign Josiah-Jordan James for 2026-27 NBL season
His rare combination of multi-positional defence, rebounding strength and perimeter shooting makes him a seamless fit for new…
Lotto: Rotorua, Bay of Plenty and Taupō have winning second division tickets
Strike Four was won by a MyLotto player from Timaru, who pocketed $200,000. Powerball was not struck on…
Rotorua crash: 5 injured, 2 seriously, in 2-vehicle collision north of city
Firefighters assisted police and ambulance staff. An operational support unit remained at the scene to help with traffic…
Mount Albert Grammar School: Parents say ‘ridiculous’ rule leaves students ‘cold’ in classrooms
“Jackets (and/or scarves) are then worn (if students choose) once they leave the class.” Parents said the “ridiculous”…
Ten arrested after mass courthouse brawl at Palmerston North District Court
Ward also acknowledged the help of court security staff and attending police. Police were called to the Palmerston…
Young Auckland couple split Lotto Powerball jackpot win, scoop $20.1m
The couple were headed to bed on Saturday night when the man checked his MyLotto app. “I realised…
Auckland FC: Portuguese coach Pedro Moreira appointed as Steve Corica’s successor
“It’s already won two trophies alongside the best fans in the league. A-League champions Auckland FC have announced…
Suspected meteor sightings reported across North Island for second night
“It looked like a shooting star but after the flash it was still visible for about five seconds,”…
Napier Boys’ High School First XV reach final of Super 8
The victory also means Napier claim the historic Polson Banner, contested annually with Palmerston North Boys’. The Napier…
‘Simple things make it really difficult’: Why pensioner households have had fastest inflation
Data from Stats NZ this week showed he isn’t the only one feeling the pressure. Superannuitant households had…