Fashion legend Valentino Garavani dies aged 93 at home in Rome
Dubbed “the Sheik of Chic” by Women’s Wear Daily in the 1980s, Valentino was celebrated by the New…
AI ‘Bush Legend’ Aboriginal influencer revealed as New Zealand creation
Meta has indicated the Instagram account was created in June 2025 and based in New Zealand, while a…
Black Ferns star Huriana Manuel on surprise pregnancy, slowing down and family support
Huriana had been helping run the couple’s two gyms, working as an Olympics ambassador, serving on the board…
Whanganui motorcycling legend Percy Coleman to be honoured with 100-bike display
“In his first year with Indian [motorcycles] in 1914, he set Australasian records for the one mile, 10…
Club patron Emma Twigg returns for Hawke’s Bay rowing’s 150 years New Year regatta
It comes seven weeks after she celebrated success in that new venture, a World Rowing Beach Sprint title,…
Venus Williams’ wedding: Tennis legend wore 12 dresses for week-long party
On the day of their home wedding celebration, Williams wore “the most incredible” Georges Hobieka gown, teamed with…
Whanganui farrier Kevin Schimanski dies in polo match accident
“He was always willing to help anyone out,” she told the Herald. “He taught many people how to…
Two unforgettable Malayalam films brought to life by Sreenivasan
Entertainment Desk 20 December 2025, 09:55 AM IST Remembering Sreenivasan, the influential Malayalam actor & writer whose films…
Sarah Hirini: Black Ferns legend speaks about her passion for flying and getting a pilot’s licence
Full-time pilot students usually take six months to complete their studies, but with the extreme demands of the…
NRL star Wendell Sailor charged after alleged drunken Wollongong road chaos
Police allege that after being told he was under arrest for breaching his bail, Sailor violently resisted arrest.…
Key NZ Football personnel meet Sean Marks to establish connections ahead of 2026 Fifa World Cup
“When we knew we were going to be in New York with the All Whites and connecting with…
Indigenous artist made beautiful sculptures in retro find
Rabbit Ears Productions was responsible for teaching many ’90s kids about legends, folklore and fairy tales. The animated…