Mixed weather ahead across New Zealand as school goes back before rain returns Friday
While Stewart Island may see a couple of showers, much of the central South Island, particularly the West…
What’s on in Auckland this weekend: Matariki, Shakespeare, truffles and more
Te Rama Ika is a free immersive light and sound installation by Angus Muir and Graham Tipene. It’s…
Vacant Napier CBD building transforming into pop-up roller disco
NCBI general manager Pip Thompson said the idea was inspired by the nostalgia of roller discos to create…
School holiday weather: Severe warnings as wet, windy front hits NZ
He said it was “quite a warm feature”, so MetService was expecting temperatures to be a “bit higher…
Spark revamps overseas roaming charges, cheapest option no longer available
This meant many customers were buying a second pack, raising the total price to between $50 and $60…
How to survive the winter school holidays with your kids
Don’t promise anything, but do plan many things. When kids are involved, starting a day without a plan…
Best Self-Care Gifts For Stressed Loved Ones
For loved ones who chronically deal with high levels of stress and anxiety, summer can feel hectic. It…
City Rail Link: Major rail works and timetable trial planned for Matariki weekend
During the significant closure, KiwiRail and AT will progress rail infrastructure upgrades and safer level crossings. AT said…
Auckland Airport braces for early school holiday travel surge
Domestic travel is forecast to be down 3.5% on last year, although the highest passenger numbers are still…
China boosts consumption with longer, realigned holidays but growing crowds daunt tourists
Two cities in southeastern China’s Fujian province, Fuzhou and Xiamen, have decided to introduce three-day spring and autumn…
Sticking points sour otherwise sensible Holidays Act reforms – Editorial
The Government’s pitch for the new legislation centres around clarity for employees and employers. Workers will earn leave…
Health NZ Holidays Act payments: Staff ‘disillusioned’ after decade-long wait
But now employees have been told they will have to wait until October 26 for interim payments up…