Is Winston Peters on the verge of a Cook Islands breakthrough? – Azaria Howell
The importance of two-way discussions between New Zealand and the Cook Islands has been well-documented by Ministry of…
Westpac shares touching story after $1300 cash pouch is returned to Blenheim couple
“My partner was so upset yesterday, and your call completely changed our day. She’s contacted him, thanked him,…
Holiday home-swapping could save you $2000 a week. Here’s how to do it
Quentin, Lisa and their baby in Auckland. Photo / Supplied Following an online sign-up, a verification process, and…
Hawke’s Bay chef on losing his sight: ‘They say the blind can’t lead the blind. I disagree’
“I have some vision left, but it is not a lot,” he said. “I have no central vision,…
Supermarket shoplifting twins Courtney and Carmen Habib say they were raised to steal in order to eat
When she was arrested in July, Courtney spent almost a month in jail, which she said made her…
Medical child abuse trial: Detective says mother avoided police when told her home was being searched
The woman at the centre of allegations she deliberately harmed her child during medical treatment for gastrointestinal problems…
Whangārei alleged police assault: Pepper spray used, 2 men face charges
Smith said a 37-year-old man was charged with assaulting police and resisting police. He was due to appear…
Auckland council savings plan targets $106m to hold rates at 7.9% – Desley Simpson
That’s value for money in action – keeping costs down for households, reducing reliance on rates, and building…
Kaitāia flooding: 500 evacuated after Far North town drenched in rain
The Northland and Far North areas were the worst hit by this week’s weather, with 230-280mm of rain…
Iran war: What six incoming oil tankers mean for New Zealand’s fuel supply
While transmitting data does not break down the type of fuel carried – petrol, avgas or diesel –…
Hastings ratepayers asked to choose between two different rate rises
One is a 5.9% rate increase that the council said would keep costs more affordable now but would…
Fuel costs: Rotorua councils ‘prepared’ to respond to crisis
Finance Minister Nicola Willis and Associate Energy Minister Shane Jones during the post-Cabinet press conference on fuel. Photo…