Qantas announces new international flights from Auckland, major lounge overhaul
The new route will mark the first Qantas international services from the Gold Coast in nearly five years.…
Out-of-control North Canterbury vegetation fire sparks major response
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Multi-vehicle crash on Nelson St causes major delays in central Auckland
Fire engines, ambulances, and police respond to a multi-vehicle collision on Nelson St. Photo / Sam Sherry One…
Gisborne district councillor warns Te Arai trees still threaten city water supply
“The ones behind them are still standing there waiting for the next flood,” he said. “It keeps me…
Fuel tanker crashes into Lower Hutt building, Rutherford St closed
A Fire and Emergency shift manager said they were called to free the driver from the wreckage. Rutherford…
Wellington to wait a decade for second Mt Victoria Tunnel, SH1 improvements project
Artist’s visualisation of a second Mt Victoria Tunnel in Wellington. Photo / NZTA “It is estimated that the…
Six60 and Synthony headline first concert at new Christchurch covered stadium
Six60 performing at Hagley Park in Christchurch. Photo / Matt Clode The event is presented by Manuka Phuel…
Horse of the Year 2026 cancelled amid funding issues, lack of major sponsor
The annual gathering, one of New Zealand’s largest sporting celebrations, draws thousands of riders, supporters, spectators and tradespeople…
New Zealand Olympic bosses weigh up major sporting merger
“NZOC and PNZ share a common purpose of supporting athletes and inspiring Aotearoa New Zealand through sport. We…
Sea-drone strike halts major Russian Caspian oil terminal
“As a result of a targeted terrorist attack by unmanned boats at 4.06am Moscow time (0106 GMT) single…
R360 rebel rugby competition delayed until 2028, contracts terminated
“This decision will provide the necessary runway to strengthen R360’s credibility, continue collaborative discussions and partnerships with rugby’s…
Flight chaos forces NZSO to drop symphony hours before Auckland concert
The piece is set to be replaced with Mozart’s Symphony No.41 ‘Jupiter’. “While we are disappointed that we…