Election 2026: Labour’s living wage plan for public service workers could fuel inflation, economist warns
Labour couldn’t say how many people would receive a pay bump, or how much its pledge would cost…
Coroner’s report: Man took his own life after paying money to ‘sextortion’ blackmailer, sending images to AI-generated woman
The Auckland man died in 2024, within hours of making contact with someone online who identified themselves as…
Spotify Premium alternatives: I tested five free music and podcast streaming services
New Zealand musicians such as Tiki Taane and The Bats have left Spotify, citing “exploitation” of artists showcased…
Air Force helicopter sets world record, squadron leader says military pilot training still a good option
“It is a fleet leader, and what that means is it is the highest-flying aircraft in the NH90…
Michael Hill profit jumps 376% to A$10m, Rob Fyfe to retire
Jewellery retailer Michael Hill International’s new strategy appears to be paying off, with the group reporting a 376%…
Judge lambasts recidivist shoplifter Sharlene Barton, issues final warning
“It’s really simple.” The police National Retail Investigation Support Unit has identified Barton as “one of the highest…
Why are we paying $50 for instant coffee?
Westpac senior economist Satish Ranchhod said global coffee prices were high, in part because of poor weather in…
NZ beef mince prices climb above $24.40 a kg as export demand stays strong
In early 2024, the average price for beef mince was about $18/kg. Since then, it’s risen rapidly. The…
New Zealand beer excise: Why the beer tax is squeezing pubs – Dylan Firth
New Zealand is running the same experiment in reverse. The high relative cost of beer poured from a…
The three convenience foods dietitians always keep at home … and what they skip
“Yes, grated cheese contains an anti-caking agent, but it’s still cheese and incredibly convenient. You save time and…
Liam Payne’s girlfriend Kate Cassidy removes ‘444’ tribute tattoo
However, she had plans to get them redone eventually. Kate Cassidy and Liam Payne began dating in October…
PM pays tribute to quiet hero Sir Bill Birch – NZ Herald
PM pays tribute to quiet hero Sir Bill Birch NZ HeraldTributes flow for Sir William Birch at a service…