Waipukurau main street businesses hit by sudden flash flooding
“It takes me five to 10 minutes to get to town and by then police had closed the…
Christchurch emergency services respond after reported fall at city’s Tūranga library
Hato Hone St John said they responded with two ambulances and two rapid response vehicles. One person was…
Weather: Heat alerts likely as temperatures soar, heavy rain threatens for the weekend
She said beachgoers should enjoy the ideal swimming conditions, but it was a good idea to plan ahead.…
Benjamin Cudby sent to prison for repeated violent attacks, strangulations of his partner
Cudby had strangled the woman more than 40 times over the course of their relationship, the court heard.…
Pastures Past: Farmers and catchment boards clash over mānuka blight in 1949
They were concerned that eliminating the plant could worsen erosion and negatively affect river systems and surrounding landscapes.…
NZ scientists in Antarctica trying to film elusive colossal squid set honey trap
“So essentially we’re flirting and will see who comes along,” Linley said. “We used it on a couple…
My Secret Auckland: Actor Bronwyn Ensor shares her favourite spots in the city
Honey Bones in Grey Lynn. Their Cilbir Eggs, every time. Favourite restaurant for dinner with friends? It almost…
Pāpāmoa longboarding festival: Surfing NZ event, dates and safety tips
“Pāpāmoa Beach is a beautiful spot, and for many people this will be the ideal way to spend…
Pāpāmoa longboarding festival: Surfing NZ event, dates and safety tips
“Pāpāmoa Beach is a beautiful spot, and for many people this will be the ideal way to spend…
Centenarian Betty Gilgen celebrates 100th birthday with vintage car drive
“He could build anything,” Betty said. Betty Gilgen and her father, Harry Pennell. Photo / Supplied Her nomadic…
Adding this much exercise to your daily routine may boost longevity
Ekelund noted how physical activity affects the immune system, reduces the risk of inflammation, and may reduce blood…
Most politicians hesitant to heed Treasury warnings on curtailing cost of NZ Superannuation
However, Treasury said that if NZ had been indexed to CPI inflation since 2010, a quarter of those…