Inflation preview: Calm before the Iran war storm, price rises may have eased
“Over 2026, we expect inflation to increase significantly and uncomfortably.” ANZ senior economist Miles Workman is also picking…
Greens to campaign on mass electrification after Iran war chokes fuel supplies
“We don’t need to depend on expensive fossil fuels hauled from the other side of the planet. We…
Homicide investigation launched after three people killed in Hastings
A homicide investigation is underway in Hastings following the deaths of three people after an incident at an…
Radio Hauraki and Wellington Paranormal’s Mike Minogue on making a career out of making things up
“I broke his heart, and then he got really drunk and said, ‘I can’t believe you haven’t got…
What are the best ‘functional’ supermarket breads – and the nutrition claims to avoid
What’s easy to overlook, though, is that most commercially produced bread in New Zealand is already fortified. Iodine…
Hamilton fatal crash accused accepts he should have revealed body ‘lock-ups’ when getting licence
In the dock at Hamilton District Court this morning, the 27-year-old said he couldn’t recall much, if anything,…
Warriors re-sign lock Erin Clark on long-term deal until end of 2029 NRL season
“When we lost Tohu Harris and then Dylan Walker last year, Erin stepped straight in to fill the…
Driver who killed pedestrian in Hamilton collision saw GP days earlier, worried about having a seizure
The man is defending charges of dangerous driving causing the death of Adrian Michael Bell, and injuring motorist…
Te Arai Links’ restaurant Ric’s lost to fire, eye-witness account
“A formal investigation is currently underway, and we will await its findings before providing any further detail.” Te…
Cyclone Vaianu Hawke’s Bay: 253mm of rain recorded in Ruahine Range, 194km/h gust
The next highest was 164mm at Te Koau in the Kaweka Range. No widespread damage was reported in…
Fire crews bring ‘significant’ restaurant fire at Te Arai Links luxury golf under control
Fire engulfs Ric’s Restaurant at Te Arai Links golf course. A spokesperson said once firefighting efforts are complete,…
US warships enter Strait of Hormuz to clear shipping lane of Iranian sea mines
Two United States Navy warships have gone through the Strait of Hormuz at the start of an operation…