Robyn Malcolm on ageing, acting and why she’ll never retire from screen
“[Acting] is kind of like ready-made therapy on a daily basis,” she says. “Because you’re role-playing constantly and…
Farmers calling for same animal welfare standards on local and imported pork
In some of these countries, farmers still use sow stalls (cages for pregnant pigs), which New Zealand banned,…
Chiefs v Crusaders 2026: Richard Turner and Luke Jacobson on home legacy
That confidence was justified, as in the end, the Chiefs came away with the win, even though by…
Japan sells more nappies for adults than babies, is New Zealand heading the same way? – Editorial
In 2025, for the first time in almost 50 years, fewer than 2000 babies were born in Hawke’s…
Kaihū dog attack: Police seek cyclists chased by dogs before fatal mauling
He said police had learned two cyclists had potentially been chased by dogs in the same area in…
The household appliances that last for decades – and the ones you should always upgrade
Smaller or simpler items tend to be more variable, and how often they’re used, how they’re maintained and…
On The Up: Hell Pizza’s youngest franchisee takes over store he was born opposite
He wants to inspire other young people into business ownership. Singh got his first job at another pizza…
India’s High Commissioner to NZ says $33b investment an ‘aspiration’ in free trade agreement, Winston Peters says it’s ‘hard commitment’
Neeta Bhusan, the Indian representative, was at the Beehive this week. Photo / Jamie Ensor Bhushan’s comments are…
Health NZ backtracks on consultation on proposed hospital car parking plans
The key topics up for consultation and feedback were: Safety, accessibility and convenience.Off-site parking.Parking charges.Employment agreements.User pays.Private sector…
Person reportedly detained over kidnapping of US TV anchor Savannah Guthrie’s mother Nancy Guthrie
The six photographs and three videos posted by FBI Director Kash Patel on his X account show an…
Officials not concerned about Chinese Yutong buses despite international security fears
An investigation in Norway last year found the Zhengzhou-based company could, in theory, disable the buses mid-transit via…
Mother of four Marys hits back at critics of unusual baby name choice
Commenters had a range of reactions to the post, with some showing their support for the family and…