Corrections halts release of child sex offender to Hamilton East street
“Some very, very happy people,” the resident said. The resident said a Corrections officer began informing residents about…
Are recent mortgage rate increases justified? Banks accused of putting profits ahead of NZ’s economic recovery
The banks’ moves came as swap rates, which influence longer-term mortgage rates, spiked in the fortnight following the…
Hawke’s Bay’s twin cities record hottest spring in 135 years – experts warn of ‘new normal’
Napier’s weather station by Nelson Park recorded the city’s highest mean air temperature for spring with 16.4C, a…
Waitematā Station Plaza artwork opens ahead of City Rail Link launch
Tipene said the artwork, which measured 8m in diameter, was a map of the historical waterways coming together.…
Police press on with prosecution of Jevon McSkimming accuser ‘Ms Z’
On Friday, the case was called in the Wellington District Court before Judge John Walker. The woman’s lawyer,…
Manukau Institute of Technology childcare centre closure delayed as parents fight on
Ave Dionsyiou, who has two children enrolled at the centre, said parents were relieved with the extension. “We…
AI’s power players: Time names ‘Architects of AI’ as 2025 Person of the Year
“They reoriented government policy, altered geopolitical rivalries, and brought robots into homes. AI emerged as arguably the most…
White Ferns alumni guiding the next wave of cricket stars – LockerRoom
What’s eased that search is realising how much she enjoys passing on what she’s learned by helping usher…
Genesis Energy CEO bets on AI growth but warns of data centre challenge to power grid
But the big data centres required by AI are proving a hot potato overseas because of the huge…
Gloriavale leader Howard Temple appeals sentencing for decades of sex offending, confronted by victims
The charges spanned more than 20 years and were described by Judge Raoul Neave as “excruciating” for the…
15 Of The Best Beauty Christmas Crackers & Bauble Gifts
Whether dangling from the tree or dressing up the Christmas table, these festive delights promise a prettier alternative…
Fine fizz: As Christmas approaches, Michael Cooper recommends a selection of beverages that pop
Fizz, bubbly, méthode traditionnelle, sparkling – whatever name you use (the word champagne is reserved for the output…