Auckland Airport strike: Emergency staff threaten action over pay and training
Auckland Airport chief operations officer Chloe Surridge said the airport was required to have qualified rescue and firefighting…
North Island remains under severe thunderstorm alert, heavy rain for top half as downpours threaten flooding
A series of urgent severe thunderstorm warnings was issued overnight for the Bay of Plenty region, with MetService…
Fonterra warns prolonged energy outages could threaten dairy processing
Bolger estimates New Zealand has access to only around 14% of global dairy consumption at tariffs below 10%.…
Labour weekend traffic: Heavy rain and strong winds threaten return journeys
Walton-Jones said western areas would get the heaviest rain, while eastern parts of the South Island would get…
Auckland El Niño warning: Risk of wildfires, drought and soaring temperatures
“Summer preparation isn’t just about getting the barbecue ready. Think about how you’ll cope if it gets windy…
Elite backyard ultra coming to Hawke’s Bay; may threaten world record
The New Zealand team features 15 top athletes, both men and women, including one of the best backyard…
Auckland Harbour Bridge travel warning as strong winds forecast on Friday
MetService meteorologist Michael Pawley said respite would come this weekend as the system moves east. “Runners of the…
Boaties threaten to shun Whakatāne over new $20 ramp charge
Under the new schedule, a $20 daily fee would be charged for people outside the districts for the…
Wealthy Auckland communities threaten Barfoot & Thompson boycott over Gypsy Tea Room closure
“While we appreciate that some people will be disappointed by our decision, our position remains unchanged.” The bar…
Officials warn accommodation supplement changes threaten housing security, ability for families to pay for food, clothing
“Some home owners could experience an increased risk of housing insecurity and financial stress as they will be…
Port of Tauranga capacity limits threaten plans to double kiwifruit exports – Zespri CEO
“Port bottlenecks are becoming a real pressure point for the kiwifruit industry,” Te Brake said. “Around 95% of…
Economist Cameron Bagrie weighs in on OCR debate over hike early or not to hike?
“[Neutral] is where the Reserve Bank’s neither got the foot on the accelerator or the brake. “If you…