The Hunt for Gollum puts Wellington back on the map for set-jetting tourists
Two giant LOTR eagles, one with Gandalf astride, hung over travellers at Wellington Airport for 12 years. Expedia…
Hawke’s Bay’s first crisis cafe opens in Hastings this Friday – On The Up
It aims to provide a calm, peer-led environment for people needing support. Its hours will be reviewed after…
Auckland gym assault: Victim thanks bystanders who came to aid after suffering serious injuries
“I don’t remember anything else after that.” She was eventually found unconscious and covered in blood. “I don’t…
Fifa World Cup sees NZ’s internet use hits an all-time record
The final between Spain and Argentina was the most-streamed game, with the estimated 180,000 concurrent streams during the…
Commonwealth Games: New Zealand athletes in with a chance of more medals
Women’s 77kg weightlifting Theron could start the day’s events off with a bang in the women’s weightlifting, having…
Kevin Keegan remembered as football legend and fan favourite after death
“He done a lot of talks around Newcastle to all the social clubs, so me and my pals…
Extra transport services added to aid All Blacks, Warriors and Globetrotters Auckland crowds
Anyone travelling from the North Shore has been encouraged to take one of the special event buses running…
Fifa World Cup final: Fifa plans 30-minute halftime show to rival Super Bowl
Madonna, Justin Bieber, Shakira, BTS, Burna Boy, Gustavo Dudamel and the PS22 Chorus featuring Coldplay are due to…
What’s on in Auckland this weekend: Matariki, Shakespeare, truffles and more
Te Rama Ika is a free immersive light and sound installation by Angus Muir and Graham Tipene. It’s…
OECD flags overuse of restraints of trade and NDAs in NZ, saying such clauses are hampering productivity
It acknowledges it is fair for companies to prevent employees from taking trade secrets, clients and colleagues with…
High-profile former psychologist Karen Nimmo thanks supporters after news of supervision order
It is understood the order was prompted by a complaint from a former client. Her website states she…
Twenty20 World Cup: White Ferns survive scare against Ireland to keep title defence alive
Rosemary Mair then dismissed Lewis before Bates rounded off the win to deny Ireland. “It has been a…