Billy Joel makes surprise performance after health diagnosis
Last May, the singer announced via Instagram that he had been diagnosed with Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus (NPH), a…
JW Marriott Auckland review: Renovated New Zealand hotel packs a culinary punch
When JW Marriott fully renovated its first hotel in New Zealand in May, to say it raised a…
Coral Adventurer passengers rescued after reef crash off Papua New Guinea
The vessel was floated off the reef on Tuesday with the help of a large tugboat sent from…
2026 Calendar: Public holidays, long weekends, daylight saving and everything else you need to plan your year
Day After New Year’s Day, January 2, is on a Friday. Wellington Anniversary, January 19 – Monday Auckland…
I wish people were more considerate of my gluten free needs at Christmas
Christmas dinner is particularly difficult for me (Picture: Alice Giddings) It’s Christmas day 2023 and the table is…
Boy, 14, injured in Browns Bay hit-and-run, ‘broken mentally and physically’
He has suffered fractures to his hand, ribs, foot, arm and wrist. “The one thing Blake keeps saying…
One person dead after helicopter crash near Whanganui
Police and the Transport Accident Investigation Commission are investigating the fatal helicopter crash. Photo / NZME A person…
Third homicide in three days: Police probe Tauranga death and seek information
A Tauranga property remains corned off on Fraser St as a homicide investigation is underway. Photo / Samantha…
Things to do in Auckland this weekend: Christmas lights, Tango Day and more
Where: Franklin Rd, Ponsonby. Ōtara Block Christmas Lights When: Nightly 7.30pm-11.30pm until December 25. Where: Cooper Cres, Ross…
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…
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…
Tyra Banks’ cringe Christmas DJ set at Sydney nightclub goes viral
Her efforts to hype up the crowd appeared to fall flat. One TikTok video, captioned “somebody come collect…