Air NZ’s first electric aircraft takes off from Tauranga ahead of inter-island summer trips
The airline said the aircraft was blessed at a sunrise ceremony and expected to fly to Hamilton Airport…
On The Up: Bay of Plenty cruise season to kick off with two-ship day
This was nine ships fewer than last season, but some of those visiting were larger. “We’re in the…
The Blood Brothers members announce new band Evil Island
Johnny Whitney of The Blood Brothers took to Instagram today to announce a new band called Evil Island,…
Rare white humpback whale sighting off Kaikōura sparks excitement
“And you just saw a glimpse the first time it came up to the surface, but we ended…
Luxury Westmere waterfront property relisted at discount after two years on and off market
The three-bedroom, two bathroom 248sq m “masterpiece” home sits just minutes from the Auckland CBD, is walking distance…
Media Insider: Metro magazine lays off full-time staff, including editor – publisher’s quest to rebuild finances
“I’m sure it won’t be the magazine I’d make, that things will be done in ways I wouldn’t…
Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau spotted kissing on yacht off Santa Barbara coast
The pair were first linked in July when they were photographed sharing a meal at a Montreal restaurant.…
Coroner finds church leader Tēvita Moeakiola drowned after boat capsize off Musick Point
A Maritime New Zealand (MNZ) report stated that hypothermia was likely a contributing factor given sea temperatures at…
Stephen Fry and Jonathan Ross kick off all-star show
I’ve always enjoyed the little interview segments with Claudia. But now I love them. Why? Celia Imrie. She’s…
Gisborne candidate twice struck off medical register
Both events took place in 2006 while he was a general practitioner at the Waahi Health Centre in…
Bus crashes off SH1 near Hataitai, Wellington; southbound lane closed with detour in place
The closure was extended just before 8am, the cordon now stretching from Taurima St to Hamilton Rd for…
Making headaches history? The game-changing meds offering new hope
“I’ve never felt a pain like that at any other time,” says Tom Zeller. “I liken it to…