Possums as pets: Greater Wellington Regional Council warns against it
“Precious places such as Pūkaha deserve protection.” Possums were a serious threat to biodiversity, orchards and stock, she…
Christchurch’s Little High Eatery sold but founders keep stake in new deal
The McKenzie & Willis heritage facade in Christchurch after the 2011 earthquake. Photo / Supplied The facade that…
New $20m Western Springs proposal unveiled to revive speedway and add fitness complex
WSSA chairman Lance Anderson said he would like to establish a charitable trust to oversee operations at the…
What to do in Auckland this Labour weekend: Music, food and family fun
Fish & Chip Shop: Daily, 3pm-8pm, Takapuna Beach Cafe, 22 The Promenade, Takapuna SOHO Family Vineyards: Friday-Tuesday, 11am-5pm,…
Far North seniors say new recycling charges too costly to keep up
“They don’t have a lot of recycling, and it’s too expensive for them. “Now they gather it up…
What to do in Auckland this weekend: Comedy, art and free gelato
Where: The Classic Studio, Queen St, Auckland Price: Tickets $20 + booking fees, from comedy.co.nz 2) Joyful noise…
Berlin’s famed techno scene battles closures amid gentrification squeeze
Maike Schoeneberg, a 33-year-old Berliner, said that “all the clubs that I knew when I came of age…
Meat processor Alliance Group confident Dawn Meats proposal will succeed despite last minute bid to keep it Kiwi-owned
Southland farmer Jeff Grant said Alliance had worked through significant restructuring over the past 18 months. “What we’ve…
Sand dune tragedy: Pregnant partner vows to keep Kane Watson’s memory alive
“He turned around from inside the hole, and he was just smiling at me as he always was…
On The Up: Hastings cafe’s 26‑hour coffee marathon raises $19,000 for local dad with cancer
Howie formerly worked for Jarvis and his wife Jonelle at Roosters Brewhouse before she met Aroa, and Jarvis…
NPC: Hawke’s Bay Magpies fly into NPC semifinals, keep Taranaki tryless
First five-eighths Lincoln McClutchie converted, as he did when flanker Miracle Fai’ilagi scored five minutes before halftime. With…
Māori ward results: Did your region vote to keep them?
The Labour Government abolished the provision for binding referendums in 2021. In 2023, the National-led coalition brought the…