Decision-making power slipping away from councils, Rangitīkei Mayor Andy Watson tells Rātana
He pointed to the pace and scale of reform across local government, including changes to water services, regional…
What Veronika the wonder cow tells us about our future – Joe Bennett
But I have not seen cows do so. I suspect that, being such cumbersome creatures with stocky legs,…
Jono Ridler tells of shark encounter on Northland leg of 1600km ocean swim
“One shark was swimming next to me, not too long after starting. “I swam myself to the IRB,…
Trade Minister Todd McClay tells NZ officials in US to monitor situation after Donald Trump’s Iran tariff warning for businesses
Trade Minister Todd McClay has told officials to monitor the situation. Photo / Marty Melville New Zealand last…
Former financial adviser David McEwen sends message from Lithuania, tells court he has no money
The court heard McEwen provided no affidavit but sent a certificate from a “notary” in Lithuania. Notaries vary…
US President Trump tells Cuba to ‘make a deal, before it is too late’
A week ago, Trump stated that “Cuba is ready to fall”, noting that the island’s economic crisis was…
Michael Littlewood book tells love story of early biracial couple
“She [Littlewood’s cousin] excitedly contacted me to say, ‘I’ve found her’. “I looked at Tiraha’s photo and thought…
Foodstuffs North Island CEO Chris Quin on growth, the economy, election and Waiheke holiday
Attracting great talent to New Zealand and growing the great people we have is going to remain a…
Graphic novels tells tale of Ngāti Kahungunu ancestral waka
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Pixie Lott tells new parents to stop chasing a ‘perfect’ Christmas
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Cool, Calm & Collected: How The Return To NZ Influenced Design For Dominique Healy
How does New Zealand’s unique sense of style and location influence the way we approach design? After a…
Dai Henwood: Comedy, chemo and how laughter helps him face cancer
Still being in active chemo doesn’t allow for much planning, he explains. He decides on a short-term goal…