Gisborne council pressed over Kaiti Beach lease
The hapū representatives said it was about returning the land and reconnecting them as tangata whenua. “This is…
Whangārei Otaika Shopping Centre incident: two people arrested
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Weather: Sunny and warm weekend before heavy rain and wind next week
It would last only as long as the weekend, however, as a front bringing rain was expected to…
On The Up: Young golfer Josh Beckham gets surprise slam-dunk hole-in-one at fundraiser
Golfing runs in the family – his mum, dad and brother all played at the club. His mum…
Gloriavale leader Howard Temple appeals sentencing for decades of sex offending, confronted by victims
The charges spanned more than 20 years and were described by Judge Raoul Neave as “excruciating” for the…
Napier gang headstone unveiling: Police promise firm line on Gangs Act
“Our goal is to reassure people, maintain a visible presence, keep the peace and ensure the safety of…
Timaru Christmas tree fire at Caroline Bay treated as suspicious, man arrested
“A short time later, a 30-year-old man was arrested and charges are being considered.” A fire investigator attended…
Whangārei child sex abuser George Ace sentenced to 15 years’ imprisonment
Thirty-seven of the charges related to sexual offending against a boy under 12, while the remaining were associated…
Society Insider: Luxury lodge designer Virginia Fisher plans downsize from $25m waterfront mansion; real estate star Megan Jaffe sells up
She and husband Stephen, chairman of the Spirit of Adventure Trust, have owned the Sarsfield St property for…
Crash survivor warns against dangerous driving this summer
Bridie Young in hospital after the crash. Photo / Supplied That is despite the six months of intensive…
Ohui, Birkdale Restaurant Review: Jesse Mulligan Finds Modern Indian Fusion Worth Seeking Out On The North Shore
This new restaurant, with an ex-Homeland chef, is just waiting to be discovered. To find Ohui, head for…
Nicola Willis confirms Budget 2026 spending plans; return to surplus could be slowed
It couldn’t see the books returning to surplus in its forecast period to 2028/29. Rather, it saw the…