Kiri Robb and Mark Puata sentenced for kidnapping Harley Shrimpton, who was later murdered in an unrelated incident
This week they were sentenced in the Tauranga District Court. On October 6, 2023, Robb and Puata turned…
Golf: Te Arai Links ‘getting better by the day’ ahead of Asia-Pacific Amateur Championship
Te Arai Links’ South Course, designed by Bill Core and Ben Crenshaw, has previously been ranked seventh in…
What’s on in Auckland this weekend: Book fairs, football and more
2) Get ready for another chapter of Bookarama Auckland’s largest community book fair is on the horizon. The…
Tim Finn’s garage discovery: Chrissy Amphlett recordings set for release
He was unable to find the recording after Amphlett’s death of breast cancer in 2013 aged 53. Chrissy…
Star Sami death: 23-year-old man charged with murder after Blockhouse Bay street fight
“A 23-year-old man was brought back to the Mt Roskill Police Station for interview, and he has since…
Auntie Anne’s and Carvel to expand into New Zealand, flagship stores opening at Westfield Newmarket
“The prime position, foot traffic, proximity to businesses, shopping and transportation hubs makes it the perfect place to…
Horse hīkoi in photos: The day Ngāti Kahungunu rode to Parliament
Ngāti Kahungunu, the iwi which spans much of the eastern lower North Island, led this convoy of riders…
Widow’s Bay and The Pitt tipped to win big at the Emmys
A strong night for Widow’s Bay does not bode well for Hacks. Its one solid bet left in…
What’s on in Auckland this weekend: Japanese Film Festival, Home Show, classical ballet and more
The 44th Auckland Home Show will feature more than 450 exhibitors. The 44th Auckland Home Show is back…
Jump Jam at 25 years: How Brett Fairweather’s school aerobics craze has gone the distance
Now parents tell him they took part when they were young. “I knew it was going to be…
Michelin’s first economic effects: Restaurants add jobs and trading days
The case predicted the benefits could extend well beyond Michelin restaurants, including longer visitor stays, additional accommodation and…
Tauranga teenager Loukas Rainger’s mum in hospital as Thailand watch theft case reaches court
The teenager’s father, Mark Rainger, had since arrived in Thailand and would accompany his “anxious and traumatised” son…