New Zealand universities global standing: What the latest rankings show
Vice-chancellor Dawn Freshwater thanked university staff and academics for their “hard work”. “The Times Higher Education subject rankings…
Allies tepid on Trump ‘peace board’ with $1.7b permanent member fee
“It raises major questions, particularly regarding respect for the principles and structure of the United Nations, which under…
Summer in Rotorua: Tourism outfits busy and new dessert spot serves ‘thousands’
“We wanted to bring something to Rotorua, because Rotorua was missing this kind of dessert option and a…
Locals want popular Kerikeri swimming spot reopened
“It’s been ridiculously hot. Just boiling,” he said. When RNZ caught up with him he was cooling off…
Heat wave health risks: How to spot heat exhaustion and heat stroke
Heat stress occurs when we produce more body heat than normal. Jim Cotter, a professor at the University…
ASB Classic: Elina Svitolina completes comeback win over Sonay Kartal for semi-final spot
“I expect this when I go on the court. It’s not easy but I think it pushes me…
Fifa World Cup: Bill Tuiloma joins Wellington Phoenix on long-term deal in bid to push for All Whites spot
“I’m excited to be in Wellington and I’m grateful for the opportunity the Phoenix have given me,” Tuiloma…
Inside alleged Christchurch fraudster Nicola Flint’s elaborate, years-long cancer con
Stage four breast cancer, she said. Terminal, she said. The countdown was on and Flint was sharing her…
Avatar: Fire and Ash: Third film in James Cameron’s series passes US$1 billion mark worldwide
Coming in third at US$14.9m was Lionsgate’s The Housemaid, a film version of Freida McFadden’s best-selling novel about…
Wiremu Pinn gets tactics spot on to help David Greene to first Group 1 success
“But this is a huge thrill. To finally get a Group 1 for these owners who have been…
Beach safety: How to spot a rip, and what to do if you’re caught in one
“The safest beach in New Zealand is a beach that’s patrolled by surf lifeguards.” Chaz Gibbons Campbell says…
Black Caps v West Indies: New Zealand torn between Kristian Clarke, Ajaz Patel for final spot in Bay Oval XI
So far, Tauranga’s weather in the lead-up to the test has not entirely played ball with what was…