Large Palmerston North fire contained at warehouse, locals warned to keep windows shut
Webley said by 5.30am the blaze had been “largely contained”. “At the moment they’re in overhaul, which is…
Coroner: MMA fighter Hakaraia Wilson’s death after Rhythm & Vines self-inflicted
Wilson left the festival in the early hours of January 1 to attend a house party. He left…
Oscars 2026: Brigitte Bardot, Eric Dane among stars snubbed during in memoriam tribute
A third commenter claimed the Academy “missed the mark” with its presentation. French actor Brigitte Bardot did not…
Beef mince and steak prices surge as annual food costs climb 4.5%
The average price for a beef porterhouse/sirloin steak was $44.71 per kilogram (previously $36.80), up 21.5% annually. Stats…
Back to the Future III actor Matt Clark dead aged 89
Clark’s family told TMZ he was an “actor’s actor” who loved and respected his craft but was never…
GDP preview: Did the economy keep growing through the end of 2025?
“That said, it’s a dated read on the state of the economy, and even more so in light…
Nicola Willis urges motorists not to panic-buy fuel as oil prices spike
“So the first thing I’m doing tomorrow is finding out from my officials why is the media reporting…
Spiking oil prices may reveal how China has been more successful in electrifying its economy than most
China’s strategy is being put to the test as oil prices climb and US President Donald Trump sends…
Neil Wallace jailed by Nelson court for child sex abuse after victim breaks silence
Wallace couldn’t see, but only hear the victim. The 55-year-old, described as “the predator who hid in plain…
Auckland fraudster Thomas Davies loses High Court sentence appeal
During the appeal in the High Court at Auckland this week, defence lawyer Johann Schlebusch first asked Justice…
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…
School touch champs move from Rotorua to Gisborne sparking accommodation, cost backlash
Gisborne leaders were confident the city could pull off hosting the tournament, saying it already caters for large…