Dick Van Dyke celebrates 100th birthday, reflects on a life of ‘magnificent indulgence’
Best known for the popular musicals Mary Poppins and Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, the actor has over 80…
Wellness centre QE Health Rotorua to close permanently next week after going into liquidation
Companies Office records show a new liquidator, Steven Khov of Auckland-based Khov Jones Limited, was appointed on December…
Listen to The Country online: ‘Not Only Fred Dagg’ director Lorin Clarke on her dad John
Andrew Hoggard and Grant McCallum: Today’s farmer/politician panel discusses Fred Dagg, a big RMA announcement tomorrow, changes to…
Wet & Forget to close six stores amid new retail strategy
However, the company says its products will be stocked in more than 200 partner locations from late 2025,…
Reggae icon and ‘cultural giant’ Jimmy Cliff dead at 81
The singer of hits like You Can Get It If You Really Want, Many Rivers to Cross, and…
Ikea reveals New Zealand‑only menu ahead of Sylvia Park opening
Lingonberry Pavlova is a new take on a Kiwi classic. Photo / Ikea The lingonberry pavlova ($4.00) is…
Mission Concert venue to be upgraded during rare long gap between performances
“We’re focused on improving accessibility, safety, and the overall experience for the thousands of loyal concert-goers.” During this…
Revamped Taupō Hole in One Challenge adds café and new ‘Ball Blaster’ feature
“With sustainability front of mind, the experience also has a novel element to it that includes a team…
Sir Michael Hill’s superyacht The Beast listed for US$14.5m sale
“I love the fascination of being on the water and the sense of adventure,” Hill told Boat International…
Fonterra looks to boost butter production after selling off iconic brands
“This investment supports that goal by increasing our production of a high-value product and improving our product mix…
Horse racing: Cox Plate drama as New Zealand-bred galloper could be forced from iconic race
“Racing Victoria contacted [Michael Kent] Junior late yesterday [Monday] and said on half of the test, the horse…
Iconic Cardrona Hotel sold to group of New Zealand investors
The group decided it was time to step back and focus on their young families, he said. “It’s…