Vanke losses widen as Chinese cities roll out new property measures
China debt crunch State-backed developer’s woes underscore difficulty of reversing sector’s slump China Vanke has been in the…
Budget 2026: How savings helped pave the way for new spending
The Treasury caveats some funding for individual initiatives has been withheld for commercial and/or negotiation sensitivity reasons. That…
Auckland bus attack video sparks call for stronger passenger safety
Councillor Josephine Bartley told the Herald she has contacted Auckland Transport (AT) chief executive Stacey Van Der Putten…
Auckland bus driver allegedly punched by female passenger refusing to pay her fare
Almoukdad said he briefly blacked out and was bleeding after the assault. Weir said the driver received facial…
Concerns for drive-offs spark need for preventative measures, as theft reports rise in New Plymouth
“Police will remain visible in our communities and respond to any incidents as they arise.” An increase in…
Singapore ready to step in to help businesses, households if Middle East conflict worsens: Minister
SINGAPORE: Singapore stands ready to implement contingency measures in relation to the energy market as the conflict in…
Hero who rescued family trapped in notorious Napier beach surf identified; calls for better safety measures
The stony beach is considered dangerous and signs are in place warning people not to swim. It could…
Northland flyers face flight cancellations, fare increases amid rising fuel prices
Barrier Air chief executive Grant Bacon said he was notified on Monday of a 95c per litre fuel…
Travellers being screened at major Asian airports after deadly virus detected in India
Despite that, several Asian countries have started screening passengers arriving from India at some international airports – including…
Simple measures can make beach swimming safer – Editorial
Many readers will have fond memories of spending time at the beach as children, and as parents or…
Whangārei pedestrian safety plea after mother and child hit on zebra crossing
Emergency services were called, and Hato Hone St John took one patient in a moderate condition and one…
South Korea ready to take preemptive measures to stabilize markets
Markets Regulator says there is caution over rising bond yields, volatility in foreign exchange rates South Korea’s central…