Wellness tourism drives demand for Bay of Plenty off‑grid escapes
Canopy Camping Escapes co-founder Liz Henderson said guests were willing to pay a premium for a luxurious rural…
Vet shock: Pet owner extends mortgage by $20,000 to pay bills
‘Only rich people can afford pets’ Another Auckland pet owner told the Herald that “only rich people can…
Eleven Ōmāhu home owners get green light to stay after Gabrielle flooding
The last stages are due to be completed by the end of May, to the relief of owners…
River flooding v ocean flooding: Beachfront home owners want a ‘fair go’ as Hawke’s Bay’s $250m cyclone rebuild takes shape
The question wasn’t whether the work was affordable. “It’s whether coastal communities receive the same consideration as inland…
SmartSpace holding company SS Holdings in liquidation owing $3m to investors
However, business opportunities started to reduce for the company from September 2025 as competition, under-investment and a lack…
Waipukurau retailer Story’s Clothing to close after 20 years on Ruataniwha St
“In this day and age, no one is really interested in taking over small businesses, especially clothing. “With…
Tauranga animal bylaw review: Have your say on new leash rules and bans
Most of the changes apply to dog rules, with the council saying the purpose of the bylaw was…
Panther starting in NZB Kiwi next chapter in special story for owners
The daughter of Ace High won three races as a three-year-old for Wexford trainers Lance O’Sullivan and Andrew…
Pharmacist shortage: Gisborne chemists under pressure as demand grows
The national average was about eight per 10,000. Shivnan, of Sean Shivnan Pharmacy, and Campbell, of Pharmacy 53,…
Act leader David Seymour slams ‘degenerate’ owners of attacking dogs as he warns councils of knee-jerk regulation
New Zealand First leader Winston Peters said he believed owners of dogs that commit fatal attacks should be…
Takapuna apartment owners at The Sands hit with $130k bill to remove fallen pōhutukawa tree
Wood also indicated ratepayers were paying. “There is a budget of just over $1 million in Auckland Council…
Clifton Motor Camp closure: Sleepless nights for bach owners
“Because of the seriousness and immediacy of the risk, council has advised that all occupants vacate the campground…