Stewart Island plans to be solar-powered by Christmas in face of rising diesel costs
“This is certainly an exceptional circumstance … so we’re currently exploring Section 330 of the RMA, which would…
‘Rooster’ review: Steve Carell leads a gentle father-daughter comedy
In “Rooster,” a genial comedy premiering Sunday on HBO, Steve Carell, comfortable as an uncomfortable person, plays Greg…
National’s Katie Nimon confirms bid to retain Napier seat
“I’ve fought hard to ensure our region gets the infrastructure, regulatory reform and public service investment it deserves.…
Clutha storm cleanup continues: 150,000 tonnes of fallen trees, $1m council costs
“It was just so much destruction in such a short amount of time,” Holly said. “The scale of…
Warbirds Over Wānaka display of deadly jets sparks backlash
“US forces fired 211 shells into the hospital,” he said. “There were 105 patients in the hospital, 140…
Roaming cats pose threat to native wildlife in Queenstown wetland
“I was just throwing everything down to try to get my camera out. “They are an indicator species,…
Heli-golf, Aston Martin tours: How Queenstown is courting ultra-wealthy visitors
“High net worth travellers are looking for seclusion and escape. A little bit of tranquillity. New Zealand is…
Napier MP Katie Nimon returns to Parliament with baby boy
“Funnily enough, it feels like nothing has changed at all. “It feels very normal to be back and…
Letter from a sex offender: How an Auckland abuser tried to bribe his victim out of pursuing justice
He then offered her $5000 to drop the case. The letter left Claire shaking, sickened and “totally disgusted”.…
Hera Couture’s Katie Yeung On 15 Years In Bridal & How To Pick A Wedding Dress
Hera Couture marks a special anniversary, celebrating 15 years in the bridal business with a fashion show featuring…
Police investigating suspicious fires at cell towers near Wānaka
“The more people that are trying to use cell towers in the area, the more likely those other…
Move by ‘rapacious gentailer’ to dip further into Lake Hāwea outrages residents
Otago regional councillor Michael Laws pledged he would do his bit to stand against the “rapacious gentailer” Contact…