Fire and Emergency warns Waiuku residents to close windows after rubbish blaze overnight
Sixteen fire engines were called in from 13 fire stations across Auckland, and more than 60 firefighters battled…
Horse racing: Kiwis dominate as the superstars of Hong Kong racing return
“He just looks better all the time. He’s mentally getting better. It’s hard to say that he’s improving…
High Court trial for murder-accused Rakai Thompson begins after the Waitara, Taranaki, death of Te Omeka Akariri-Buckley
Rakai Jacob Thompson has been accused of murdering the 17-year-old promising rugby league player, with whom he was…
Horse racing: Famous colours hit milestone for industry icon Sir Peter Vela
“I thought there would be a bit of speed on, but in the end I got an easy…
Search continues for person missing near Cape Rēinga after fall from rocks
“Our crews will head back out on the water this morning to continue the search,” Overton said. “I…
Mum inspired by son’s health battle to build new app for Kiwis
Luca Goodwin, 11, was born with a congenital heart defect and had to undergo three rounds of open-heart…
What happens after redundancy? NorthTec layoffs highlight jobseeker struggles
“The narrower the field, the less likely it is you’re going to find employment.” Jones said one man…
All Blacks v Wales player ratings: Assessing the performance of Scott Robertson’s side, in Cardiff
All Blacks hooker Samisoni Tauki’aho heads for a gap against Wales, in Cardiff. Photo / Photosport 3 Pasilio…
Use of dating apps for drug deals on the rise in New Zealand – and emojis send a signal
A rising number of New Zealanders are buying drugs via social media, including dating apps, an extensive research…
NZ’s principals fear burnout as student needs and education politics shake schools
“Most people, myself included, even given the stuff we’re currently dealing with, will tell you we absolutely adore…
Tom Cruise reacts to Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban break-up, calls it ‘karma’
“He was painted as the bad guy, and that stuck with him for years. “Tom was really stung…
Auckland realtor Sudesh Kumar loses appeal over tribunal’s conflict‑of‑interest ruling
Auckland real estate agent Sudesh Kumar. Image/Supplied Kumar denied he had acted improperly or that he knew the…