How Bay of Plenty residents ended up with the new demonym ‘Boppers’
Boppies, Bayites, Bopites, Papamoaites and Former Aucklanders were some of the suggestions. He said it was good to…
On The Up: NZ schools athletics champs records being broken even before the games begin
MetService is forecasting a peak of 26C in Hastings on Friday, and highs of 30C on Saturday and…
Olympics: Alicia Hoskin’s new mission to clean up sport and her plans for Los Angeles 2028
For Hoskin, team is everything. The special bond in the K4 team, she says, played a major role…
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…