Australia’s Khawaja announces retirement from international cricket
“As I walk off for the last time, I do so with gratitude and peace.” Khawaja immigrated to…
Power outages, heavy rain and strong gales as wild weather heads south
One NZ said more than 50 of its cell sites are out of action because of power outages.…
I’m angry my dad changed his will, leaving 90% to a woman he met at bridge – The Ex-Files
After my father’s death I discovered he had re-written his will, giving 90% of his estate to Harriet,…
Featherston community Christmas tree smashed in ‘senseless’ vandal attack
“I don’t know who it was, or who would do that to the community. To me, it was…
Blind Low Vision NZ warns cost of assistive tech leaving people behind
Bradley considered himself one of the lucky ones because as his vision got worse, technology advanced. For the…
Inside Auckland’s world‑class luxury scene: Villas, spas and award‑winning chefs
After a divinely sunny ferry ride from Auckland City (a positively cleansing 40-minute trip that always delivers me…
Fisher and Paykel Healthcare drives NZ stocks to weaker finish – Market close
Much of FPH’s respiratory product range is aimed at offering relief for OSA sufferers. “A tablet for sleep…
Former Wellington mayor Tory Whanau leaving for Melbourne opportunities
“I’ve decided to leave New Zealand for a combination of economic, professional, and personal reasons,” she said in…
Double-fatal Kaimai crash: Coroner finds driver under the influence of cannabis
Coroner Dunn said Wilson “tragically” died at the scene, and Chase succumbed to his “significant injuries” in Waikato…
Kiwi earning $34k more in Australia says New Zealand’s economic woes sad to watch
The communications professional said she has no plans to move back to New Zealand in the near future,…
Noisy little blue penguins nest under Coromandel home, leaving couple at wits’ end
The penguins would come and nest under their deck and it was a delight for them and their…
NZ workers reveal the pay rise they would leave their job for
“At a time where wages might be stagnating, workers backing themselves to jump into a new job can…