Migrant worker Dara Singh avoids conviction after New Plymouth assault spurred by racial remarks
Singh approached the victim, grabbing him by his arms and pushing him towards the restaurant. The victim pulled…
Far North seniors say new recycling charges too costly to keep up
“They don’t have a lot of recycling, and it’s too expensive for them. “Now they gather it up…
Gisborne students Ollie Egan and Francois Louw named in New Zealand Under-18 men’s indoor hockey team
Gisborne Boys’ High coach Wade Manson said he was “absolutely stoked” for both players. “It’s cool for them…
Suppression lapses for Zac Cochrane-Cope, accused of murdering Joseph Walsh in New Lynn, Auckland
Authorities have not disclosed how Walsh was injured or how the two knew each other. Cochrane-Cope was at…
Air New Zealand blames subdued economy for expected first half loss of $30m-$55m
In August, Air NZ said its earnings before taxation for the first half of the 2026 financial year…
Horse racing: Cox Plate drama as New Zealand-bred galloper could be forced from iconic race
“Racing Victoria contacted [Michael Kent] Junior late yesterday [Monday] and said on half of the test, the horse…
Does Earth have 2 moons? Not exactly. Here’s what to know
James Webb Space Telescope reveals clues into moon formation NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope is giving scientists an…
Whanganui pilot Hana Beck named New Zealand’s Young Aviator of the Year
“Someone told me to stay in the office for another five minutes; I thought there must be some…
Airlines say food waste is excessive, want to cut use of plastic; Air NZ and EVA Air first carriers to get new sustainable rating
But Walsh today was also asked about food waste and use of plastics. He said in some jurisdictions,…
Health NZ warns of rising measles risk after new cases in Manawatū and Nelson
National Public Health Service (NPHS) public health medicine specialist Dr Sharon Sime said there is the potential for…
Well-known New Zealander appears in North Shore District Court on sexual abuse charge
The alleged offending is historic in nature and relates to one victim. The charge carries a maximum penalty…
Job seekers face new weekly reporting and training rules from today
Upston said reporting job search activities would increase accountability for beneficiaries who are meant to be looking for…