Northcote preschool closure puts affordable childcare at risk
Niruban Manivannan moved to Auckland from India three years ago to build a better future for his young…
Queens of the Stone Age announce Auckland show on 2026 tour
Queens of the Stone Age are set to play one show at Spark Arena this December. Photo /…
Bird flu is finally in Australia. What does that mean for us?
An outbreak could disrupt our primary industries as authorities work to contain its spread, with likely knock-on effects…
Consumer confidence sinks to lowest level since 2023 amid global tensions
The present conditions index was similar, falling 14.4 points from 87.9 to 73.5. The measure’s 10-year average is…
Rotorua lakeside resort for sale, campaign targets overseas buyers
Keenan said the resort had been on the market with another company last year but it was now…
Zespri kiwifruit exports steady despite Middle East conflict and fuel costs
“Our initial guidance reflects positive demand for our fruit and the removal of US tariffs, while factoring in…
Westlife to perform all the hits on first New Zealand tour in 20 years
Westlife are bringing their 25th anniversary tour to New Zealand in July. Photo / Westlife “The 25th anniversary…
Young orca found dead on shores of Ōrewa Beach in Auckland’s north
“I went in to assist them, but sadly, it was already dead by the time we reached it.…
What to know as flu strain ‘super-k’ nears New Zealand shores
Fortunately, those who were considering how to formulate this year’s flu vaccine had included a similar strain, which…
Jason Derulo set to bring The Last Dance World Tour to New Zealand
“I think if you can come out and see the tour, you will get a glimpse of what…
Four passengers of US speedboat shot dead by Cuban coastguard, spark new tensions
In Washington, US Vice-President JD Vance said the White House was “monitoring” the situation and that “hopefully it’s…
For years residents of industrial hub Friedrichshafen had well-paying auto jobs to rely on
In 2024, the company announced plans to cut up to 14,000 workers by 2028 – more than one…