Budget 2026: How much could your council get from Govt’s new housing consent scheme?
Infometrics’ analysis for this policy over the March 2026 year suggested $1.2b would be returned to councils. Under…
Parole bid for Jodie Hughes after Taranaki farmer killing delayed amid accommodation issues
On Friday, Hughes, who was convicted of manslaughter in relation to the death of Jacob Mills Ramsay, 33,…
Weekend weather outlook: milder nights, sunny spells and only brief showers
Overall, Martino said the weather would remain fairly calm across most regions despite a few passing showers. “Some…
America’s Cup: Serena Woodall’s road to racing with Team NZ in first preliminary regatta – On The Up
“I initially just came back for three weeks for the first internship and then kind of never left,”…
‘Economy is stalling’ – business performance data point to zero growth as Iran war oil shock hits jobs and growth outlook
The services sector continued to contract, but at a slower rate than it did in March. The PSI…
Tourists paid $17k for Toyota Hiace but it was undriveable within three weeks
US tourists Marcus Laurin and Jane Alex pictured on a hike near Mount Cook. Photo / Marcus Laurin…
Elite Northern Club proposes crackdown on slow-paying members
The document also proposes new crackdowns on members who are tardy with their payments, including a name-and-shame mechanism.…
Inside John Tamihere’s six-figure Waipareira Trust bonus and his long war with Charities Services
There is long-established case law that prohibits charities from involvement – especially the funding of – partisan politics.…
David Sandford used firearms licence to buy guns for dad, who gave them to gang associate
Sandford became the holder of a standard New Zealand firearms licence in 2019 when he was 16. His…
New Zealand Football nominated for cultural competence award at Diversity Awards
“While we still have work to do, we strive to deliver a game that authentically reflects the unique…
Parent of teen who only eats plain foods ‘terrified’ child could go blind
She said her son will eat only plain foods such as bread, crackers, chips, pasta and brown rice.…
UFC Perth: Ollie Schmid to make debut against Marwan Rahiki on four days’ notice – On The Up
On Wednesday, Schmid had to race around to make sure everything was in order; signing paperwork, getting medical…