On The Up: Whangārei busker Mr T gets new scooter after second accident leaves him without wheels
The 66-year-old has been back on Whangārei’s streets since then, thanks to a scooter he was gifted two…
New Zealand Olympic bosses weigh up major sporting merger
“NZOC and PNZ share a common purpose of supporting athletes and inspiring Aotearoa New Zealand through sport. We…
Salmon exports up from Auckland Airport, China hungrier for NZ fish
China, Australia, Japan and Canada were the next largest markets. China was the fastest-growing market, with demand up…
On The Up: Rotorua homes light up for Christmas Lights Trail as festive season starts
The top three homes will be announced on December 23, and will receive prizes. Last year’s trail attracted…
Jess Quinn opens up about parenting with disability and health challenges
It’s been a manic morning for Jess before she chats with the Weekly, catching up with us between…
Powerlifting powerhouse: Dr Karlina Tongotea picks up top Māori sports honour
Trust executive director Dick Garratt told the Herald it was a stunning night and showcased the best of…
Makena Houston wins case after her death: Employment Relations Authority orders PR firm Lily & Louis to pay up
Makena Houston died in August midway through a workplace dispute. She has succeeded posthumously in getting justice, with…
On The Up: Napier family opens pounamu carving studio in city centre
“With the studio, we aim to provide an opportunity for people to come in and make your own,”…
On The Up: Northland’s Pou Tu O Te Rangi Harding Park wins global Green Flag honour
The park spans approximately 15.67ha and offers numerous attractions, facilities and natural features, including mountain bike tracks, and…
Fisher & Paykel Healthcare drives NZ sharemarket up – Market close
“It’s given back a bit of ground, and that ground that we have given back has been post…
‘Looking up’: Recovery taking hold as business confidence hits 11-year high
Reported past activity (the best indicator of GDP in the survey) was looking much brighter for every sector…
Gisborne property market: Sales count up 70%, unique rural property on market
“Sales increased in October, with salespeople attributing the rise in recent months to a growing number of active…