The Hunt for Gollum puts Wellington back on the map for set-jetting tourists
Two giant LOTR eagles, one with Gandalf astride, hung over travellers at Wellington Airport for 12 years. Expedia…
Hawke’s Bay student missing overnight from school hike found safe
Napier’s Taradale High School notified parents on Wednesday morning about the missing student. A search and rescue operation…
Parrotdog caught serving minor in sting, Lyall Bay bar licence suspended
“So when we ask for your ID, all we ask in return is that you kindly share it…
What’s on this weekend in Auckland: Short-film festival, seedling sale, vintage market and more
Made to Shine exhibition by Garry Nash ONZM.A piece from Made to Shine. On now until October 19…
Auckland’s Sapphire Nightclub shuts its doors after eight years
Known for hosting hip-hop club nights, the underground club has been a student haunt since opening in 2018.…
Joe’s Garage Wellington put in liquidation, Tory St cafe closed
A note on the Joe’s Garage website says the Wellington cafe is currently closed. “We apologise for any…
Cooks Beach: Teenager dies after reported fall from cliff at Coromandel beach
“Unfortunately, the person is deceased, and our thoughts go out to the family,” Cooks Beach Fire Rescue spokesperson…
How Yomi Co-Founder Michael Sparrow Went From Survivor Contestant To Frozen Yoghurt Chain Boss
When two new branches of frozen yoghurt store Yomi opened within a month of each other, queues were…
California roller coaster shut after brain damage claims over the X2 at Six Flags Magic Mountain
The ride has been closed since shortly after the second incident, but this week park managers said they…
Wallabies v Springboks: Winners and losers from blockbuster Test
Following the Wallabies’ stunning 42-38 victory over the Springboks in the standalone Test in Perth, here is our…
Brantome: The French river town that feels like a quieter Venice
Brantôme en Périgord Brantome From the Bridge. Photo / Agnes Groonwald See Brantome from the River Dronne The…
Westpac home loan rates: Two-year rate to drop as other rates rise
The planned changes come as rising geopolitical tensions cause wholesale rates to surge, Westpac NZ’s product, sustainability and…