Trump weighs ‘winding down’ war as Israel strikes Tehran, Beirut
US President Donald Trump. File photo. Photo: AFP / Andrew Caballero-Reynolds Israel launched fresh strikes on Tehran and…
One injured after boat explosion at Tauranga marina
Police said they were called to the scene at the marina about 1.35pm. Photo: RNZ / Nate McKinnon…
Crackhead: the TV show turning Kiwi pain into a punchline for a global audience
Holly Shervey is the creator, writer and star of Crackhead. Photo: Matt Klitscher Warning: This story covers topics…
Kiwi tourist drowns while snorkelling in Rarotonga
Photo: RNZ Pacific/ Lydia Lewis A New Zealand woman has drowned while on holiday in Rarotonga. In a…
How can Hormuz shipping blockage be solved?
Global shipping through the Strait of Hormuz has ground to a bare trickle, amid widespread conflict in the…
Taylor Broughton sentenced for life-threatening knife attack on Whanganui probation officer
Corrections undertook a safety review following the stabbing. Photo: NZME An offender who became enraged during a meeting…
NRL: Warriors overrun Knights on Barnett’s return
Leka Halasima scores a try against Newcastle Knights. Photo: David Neilson/Photosport For only the second time in club…
Taxpayers invest $784K to new Rakaia River wetland to try lure salmon back
The small farming township of Rakaia’s river was once internationally-recognised for its abundant sea-run chinook salmon and other…
Who should pay for Polyfest? Growth puts pressure on funding
Members of the Massey High School Samoan group perform on stage at ASB Polyfest 2026, celebrating 51 years…
Calls to delay Auckland rail closures as fuel prices push up public transport demand
Photo: Supplied With high prices dragging on, officials are being urged to consider putting off work set to…
Audi Formula One team principal leaves for personal reasons
Formula One Audi team pit (file photo) Photo: photosport Jonathan Wheatley has departed as the Audi team principal…
Live NRL: NZ Warriors v Newcastle Knights
Leka Halasima scores a try against Newcastle Knights. Photo: David Neilson/Photosport Follow all the NRL action, as NZ…