HHeadlines Read More Teen’s grieving parents left asking just one question – what if?February 3, 2026 Gareth and Leanne Hall spent years fighting to save their daughter from the darkness that haunted her. Photo:…
NNew Zealand Read More Police launch investigation after body found at worksite in Hawke’s BayFebruary 3, 2026 Photo: RNZ / Angus Dreaver Police have launched an investigation after the discovery of a body at a…
BBusiness Read More Electricity Authority to launch new power bill comparison website next monthFebruary 3, 2026 The Electricity Authority is set to launch a new power bill comparison website. Photo: 123RF The electricity market…
WWildlife Read More ‘They will be deeply missed’: Orana Wildlife Park’s family of lions euthanisedFebruary 3, 2026 Meeka and Mambila at Orana Wildlife Park. Photo: Supplied / Orana Wildlife Park A family of lions has…
HHeadlines Read More Austin Appelbee speaks after ‘superhuman’ swim off Quindalup to save family in Geographe BayFebruary 3, 2026 By Kate Christian and Briana Shepherd, ABC Austin swam 4 kilometres to shore to raise the alarm after…
NNew Zealand Read More ‘A boys club’: Allegations of sexism, bullying and favouritism at NZ BoxingFebruary 3, 2026 Tasmyn Benny alleges that NZ Boxing coach Meehan showed little interest in women’s boxing. Photo: Photosport An alleged…
HHeadlines Read More School buys van to transport chronically absent students to curb lagging attendanceFebruary 3, 2026 Photo: 123RF With most schools back in action, student attendance rates are once again in the spotlight. One…
HHeadlines Read More Peeni Henare ‘stepping back’, won’t be contesting Tāmaki Makaurau seat at electionFebruary 3, 2026 Peeni Henare is stepping down after 12 years in Parliament. Photo: RNZ / Samuel Rillstone Senior Labour MP…
BBusiness Read More Feline sausage roll thief on the prowl in KerikeriFebruary 3, 2026 Bella the cat burglar. Photo: Siran Young A moggy with a taste for mince is on the prowl…
NNew Zealand Read More Flood-hit communities ‘overwhelmed’ by responseFebruary 3, 2026 Manaaki Matakaoa team in Te Araroa unloading helicopter delivery. Left to right: Michaella Houkamau, Sheena Luke, Cecelia Kamizona,…
SSports Read More Breakers’ mask maker wants player to keep wearing ‘bad ass’ designFebruary 3, 2026 Max Darling of the Breakers Photo: Paul Kane An unfortunate training incident sidelined New Zealand Breakers forward Max…
NNew Zealand Read More Selwyn council ratepayers overcharged after rates mistakeFebruary 3, 2026 Photo: Local Democracy Reporting Selwyn District Council has apologised after over-charging some ratepayers due to an error in…