Hayden Paddon to make World Rally Championship return after eight-year hiatus
“Our expectations are clear: to do the best job we can to support Hyundai, Thierry and Adrien in…
British comedian Alan Davies bringing stand-up show to NZ for 10 dates in 2026
One of the UK’s best-loved comedians, Davies is a staple of British television, known for his performance as…
Keanu Reeves thanks FBI after stolen Rolex and valuables returned
“While burglary is a local crime in the United States, the FBI works collaboratively with the Los Angeles…
Search in progress off Whangārei coast for missing boat with 2 aboard
Vessels in the Pataua Harbour and Ngunguru Bay have been asked to report sightings of the vessel, described…
All Blacks team to play England: Scott Robertson names new midfield for Twickenham test
The test is the side’s penultimate outing for the season and one in which they can expect to…
Fritter Festival paused for 2026 as costs rise and ticket sales fall
Food, wine and beer are staples of Northland’s Fritter Festival. Photo / NZME Northland Events Centre Trust chief…
Duchess of Sussex Meghan Markle makes acting comeback alongside Brie Larson and Lilly Collins
Prince Harry is reportedly “supportive” of the career move, wanting his wife “to do whatever brings her joy”.…
Consumer confidence and lower interest rates driving mortgage activity
“The continued decline in the OCR is beginning to reshape New Zealand’s credit landscape, providing a much-needed boost…
Tyrone Thompson: Code-swapping former Hawke’s Bay Magpie returning to rugby
He made several appearances in the NRL this year, but played most of the season in the secondary-level…
Local elections 2025: Hamilton mayor and new councillors sworn in
“[My] focus is on leading this council to create a financially strong city that delivers the basics well,…
Polynesian voyaging canoes to return to Waitangi for 40‑year commemoration
The Hokule’a on the Hawke’s Bay leg of its 2015 New Zealand visit. Photo / NZME This will…
Reserve Bank rate cut signals economy turning a corner, says Nicola Willis
Interest rates would only just begin flowing into the economy as people began to refix their mortgages, she…