Harley-Davidson hearse offers unique last ride funeral service in Whakatāne
The Last Ride is a service that is available to other funeral homes around the Bay of Plenty…
Gloriavale leader Howard Temple’s prison sentence quashed – replaced with home detention
In December, the 85-year-old was sentenced in the Greymouth District Court by Judge Raoul Neave to 26 months…
Cleo Smith’s parents sell Australian home years after kidnapping ordeal
The family had been camping at the remote Point Quobba when Cleo was taken from her tent in…
Stewart Island hunter sentenced to home detention over shooting that killed Jock Davies
Jock’s mother, Sarah Davies, told the court: “Jock, I am standing here for you today as your proud…
Kiwi Olympic star Hayden Wilde shines at 2026 Oceania Triathlon Cup in Napier
In the women’s race, it was Canada’s Desirae Ridenour who went back-to-back in Napier, edging out rising Australian…
Interest rate hikes failing to dampen property prices in mid-size and regional areas
An interest rate rise in February has failed to slow much of Australia’s housing market, with new data…
KiwiSaver withdrawal rules change: Young farmer eyes first home
“The change will allow service tenancy workers to use their KiwiSaver for a first home purchase without having…
Demonstrations both for and against erupt across America after Israel and US launch strikes on Iran
Some protesters held signs that read, “No bombs on Iran” and “No New US War in the Middle…
Daniel Hillier wins New Zealand Open at Millbrook in home triumph
“The blood was pumping, the adrenaline was going, but I’m really proud of how I sort of stuck…
KiwiSaver withdrawal rules to be changed to help farmers, diplomats and soldiers buy their first homes
The Government fears the rules are disadvantaging the likes of farm workers, rural teachers, country police, defence personnel,…
Kaihū dog attack: Mihiata Te Rore’s brother speaks of loveable, staunch sister
Munual was in Auckland at the time, his phoned turned off. When he later turned his phone on,…
Chiefs halfback Xavier Roe marks 50th game in home Crusaders clash
“It was always a dream to play professionally, but I wouldn’t have thought I’d play one game, let…