The Artemis 2 crew has landed after fiery re-entry to Earth splashdown
Four astronauts have returned to Earth after becoming the first humans to fly to the moon in more…
Bay of Plenty Lotto players celebrate big second division wins
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Fuel crisis money and the complainers – Heather du Plessis-Allan
Higher-income earners with no children complained that they are yet again subsidising the country’s breeders, many of whom…
Auckland mum gets $85 Pak’nSave parking fine for 100-minute shop, later waived
After the Herald made inquiries, the supermarket’s parking enforcement contractor Smart Compliance Management said it had waived the…
Scott Robertson gets first job since leaving All Blacks, to coach Barbarians
In 2022, he coached the Barbarians to a 35-31 win over the All Blacks XV, a side which…
Damaged plane lands after mid-air drama at Hawke’s Bay Airport
The plane sits at Hawke’s Bay Airport, with landing gear damage visible after being towed. Photo / Gary…
Northland angler hooks 279kg swordfish and pending women’s record
Horrocks thought they would end up tagging and releasing the swordfish quickly. “I jinxed it.” Horrocks spent seven…
Miley Cyrus reveals how she landed Avatar song and film roles
“It just kind of organically happened. James actually calls us ‘Legends in law’.” And Cyrus’ technique proved a…
Rocket Lab to build 18 US missile-tracking satellites in $816m deal
“This contract underscores that Rocket Lab’s vertically integrated approach isn’t just a competitive advantage – we’re enabling a…
Italian military plane lands safely in Christchurch after mid-air issue
Sean Tully, a spokesman for the airport, confirmed the Italian C-130 was supporting Antarctic operations. “The Italians have…
Te Mata Peak fire sparked by fireworks thrown from car, police identify four involved
“It was incredibly fortunate that the fire was able to be extinguished quickly by Fire and Emergency, given…
All Blacks v Wallabies: Scott Robertson pulls selection surprises for Perth rematch
Robertson’s tenure has been largely punctuated by conservative selections but he’s broken that mould this week by pulling…