Brent Cooper named new associate director for mental health and addiction at Whanganui Hospital
Cooper has more than 20 years of experience in mental health and addiction at MidCentral and spent the…
Jetstar flights to ban use of portable power banks on all flights, Air New Zealand looking into it
“Due to the growing use of portable power banks by travellers and the safety risks of damaged or…
Search in progress off Whangārei coast for missing boat with 2 aboard
Vessels in the Pataua Harbour and Ngunguru Bay have been asked to report sightings of the vessel, described…
Auckland Transport proposes new paid parking plan for Ponsonby
The second proposal would mix things up in the evenings, with paid parking extended from 6pm to 9pm…
Is New Zealand broken? The Elephant asks Dave Letele and Shamubeel Eaqub
Butter prices for a 500g block have jumped from $4.50 to $8.42 since 2023. Unemployment sits at an…
On The Up: Dargaville’s missing Maine Coon Bear found safe after six days
Weighing 9kg, the hefty moggy with his fluffy tail and tufted ears, likes to stretch out on the…
Asking Eric: Neighbor is a hoarder, but he’s also becoming a serious fire hazard
Dear Eric: I have a huge dilemma literally right across from our home. Our neighbor is a very…
Wellington inquest looking at whether changes are needed after baby Manuia’s death
The evening before she died, Manuia was taken to the hospital after she had been crying all day.…
Kiwis v Samoa: ‘It was never that’ – Dylan Brown insists redemption wasn’t his motivation, after stunning display
When asked why he appeared so confident from the first whistle, Brown credited his teammates. “That’s what playing…
Pahiatua homicide: Police urgently seeking Jeremy Robertson, release his photo
Police are seeking Jeremy Robertson in relation to the death of a woman in Pahiatua. “This vehicle was…
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…
Local Elections 2025: Waipā elects Mike Pettit as new mayor
“The three of us [mayoral candidates O’Regan, St Pierre and Pettit] said from the start that whatever the…