NZ Army ramps up combat training as Indo-Pacific security risks grow
The competition was staged last week at Waiouru. Observing was Colonel Mike van Welie, commander of the 1st…
Bev Priestman leads Wellington Phoenix women to success after Canada scandal
“I was rushed through airports like a criminal,” she recalls. “I got home and realised the enormity of…
Jacinda Ardern’s memoir adapted into children’s book What If You Could
“When I wrote my memoir, I told a friend that, in part, it was aimed at my 14-year-old…
High‑risk bird flu strain H5N1 circling worldwide; how prepared is NZ?
The current H5N1 strain is unprecedented in both scale and scope. Its host range now spans hundreds of…
Beef prices are up – what to use instead of mince (and when not to swap)
Figures from Statistics NZ show that while overall food prices have increased over recent years, pork prices have…
McCain plant closure at Hastings follows $17m loss and soaring related-party loans
“McCain is currently consulting with all employees whose roles would be affected by the planned closure.” Financial performance…
Why Mafs couple Liam Cooper and Samuel Levi are ditching the big wedding
While in Auckland, the couple spent lots of time spoiling Samuel’s nephews. Liam Cooper and Samuel Levi. Photo…
Rotorua mourners raise concerns over cemetery maintenance standards
Karen Gardiner is a regular at Kauae Cemetery, making weekly visits to the grave of her daughter Kristi-Rae…
Apple AirPods Max 2 get ‘1.5x better’ active noise cancelation, live translation
The AirPods Max 2 lineup. The H2 chip also supports Siri interactions, allowing you to respond to a…
Cold front to bring cooler, fresher air and weekend rain to parts of country
Makgabutlane recommended keeping an eye on the forecast and rain radar to see how the drizzle is expected…
Ōtāhuhu house fire: Grieving widow’s second tragedy after fatal fire in sleepout claims life
Police investigating the fire determined there are “no suspicious circumstances”. A Fire and Emergency New Zealand spokesperson said…
Far North District Council blocks review into mayor’s office recruitment
Tepania told members the discussion could not reference specific applicants, appointment decisions, interview outcomes or speculation about motives,…