V8 Supercars in NZ: It’s time to add some Kiwi flavour – Glenn Dwight
Taking the race to Wellington was a smart move, like moving Parliament there in 1865. Come to think…
Kumeū Easter Festival backlash grows as vendors count heavy losses, claim broken promises
“[We] were told, especially the ice cream vendors that I was talking to, that there were only going…
Black Ferns: Chelsea Bremner ruled out of Pacific Four series, rookie Sam Taylor added to team
The 23-year-old also plays for the Manawatū Cyclones in the Farah Palmer Cup. Last year, Taylor became the…
Alleged Bondi terrorist suffers big legal loss after family claim they’re being harassed
“This case has unprecedented public interest, outrage, anger and grief,” Judge Donnelly said. Akram has been charged over…
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…