Kickboxer Hayden Barnard sentenced to 11 months’ home detention for ‘brutal assault’ in Tasman
Hayden Barnard, a recognised martial arts exponent, was sentenced in the Nelson District Court on Friday after being…
Air New Zealand CEO targets return to profit in 2027 financial year – unless jet fuel prices have other ideas
But he indicated there were several ways to claw back some of those losses. The first involved hedging,…
Robyn Malcolm on menopause: ‘I remember being in a state of really profound despair’
Russell Brown Columnist & features writer·New Zealand Listener· 29 Aug, 2026 07:06 PM3 mins to read Subscribe…
All Blacks v Springboks: Media reacts as South Africa win in Cape Town
‘Absolutely terrifying’ Dustin Wetdewich, Nova News “What looked comfortable at 33-19 with nine minutes remaining became absolutely terrifying…
AI in schools: Whangārei teacher warns of harm to students’ critical thinking
“It’s taking all the cognitive load and kids just copy the answers straight in.” A recent Education Review…
One person dies in single-vehicle crash in Waitaki; SH85 closed while Serious Crash Unit investigate
“The road remains closed while the Serious Crash Unit conducts a scene examination.” Police earlier indicated the crash…
Election 2026: National pledges lower student loan repayments for graduates staying in NZ, new penalties on Kiwis overseas
“For those who are overseas and are not repaying the student loan that New Zealand taxpayers funded, we…
My Secret Auckland: Chye-Ling Huang shares her favourite spots in the city
Best restaurant for dinner with friends? Satya Chai Lounge in Sandringham; low lighting when your eyes hurt from…
Te Ranga Pamu dairy farm wins biodiversity and primary sector awards in Bay of Plenty
The farm was converted to sheep and beef by Jack Mark in 1964. It was converted back to…
Whangārei airport noise complaints remain steady despite 30% drop in incidents
Airport neighbour Neil Pemberton asked committee members to imagine being jolted awake at 2am by aircraft noise, house…
Person missing in Henderson house fire as 35 firefighters search destroyed home
The incident was escalated to a second alarm response as firefighters battled the blaze and carried out a…
PGA Tour Championship: Ryan Fox stays in contention at East Lake Golf Club
After a four-under opening round, the 39-year-old Kiwi carded a two-under 68 in his second round to be…