Father’s death leads to House of Shem brothers spiralling into $200k combined benefit fraud
According to court documents, Duane Omeka Perkins, known as Te-Omeka Perkins, claimed $116,847.52 over two years. Isaiah Te…
Apple raises prices for MacBooks and iPads, as memory costs soar over AI
The Apple TV streaming device rose from US$130 to US$200. For now, the price of the iPhone –…
The soldier who became a 501 – and his 3000km walk across New Zealand
“The physical challenge was bearable,” he says. “It was the weight of processing my thoughts that proved the…
Auckland rail closures confirmed as fuel prices soar for drivers
The biggest disruption is a three-day full network closure planned during the school holidays. Other full closures will…
Fuel prices: How to legally and safely store petrol amid spiralling prices
The average price of unleaded 91 petrol in New Zealand passed $3 a litre today for the first…
Weather: Temperatures set to soar as heat alerts issued, drowning and fire concerns rise
Heat alerts are in place for Kerikeri, Whangārei, Whitianga, Tauranga, Whakatāne, Rotorua and Taupō. Water offers quick relief…