Cleo Smith’s parents sell Australian home years after kidnapping ordeal
The family had been camping at the remote Point Quobba when Cleo was taken from her tent in…
Greg Peters steps down as New Zealand Rugby League chief executive
“NZ Rugby League will always have a big place in my heart and I look forward to watching…
Ōtūmoetai Intermediate principal to step down
In 2014, Ōtūmoetai Intermediate School became the first school in New Zealand to win the Supreme Award at…
Auckland builder Teak Construction goes into liquidation after 34 years in business
That building has been marketed for sale lately. Its deadline sale closes on Thursday. The Victopia apartments, which…
Mount Brewing Co celebrates 30 years in business as family owned brewery
“I guess for me, it’s [the brewery] just always been part of my life,” Briar told the Bay…
Split Enz announces two NZ arena shows after Electric Avenue reformation
“‘Aotearoa, rugged individual!’ We’re looking forward to climbing into our new Noel Crombie suits and seeing you all…
Warren Smith jailed for raping young girl 50 years ago
She had worried about her “body being ruined”, about her family finding out, and that if she said…
Doggy death row: Auckland animal shelter staff shattered as the dog they looked after for 3 years destroyed after court order
Tessa and Mia waiting for forever homes at an Auckland Council animal shelter. Robert Irvine, Auckland Council’s general…
Scream 7 premiere crashed by pro-Palestine protesters two years after Melissa Barrera’s firing
Barrera criticised Israel in 2023, writing that Gaza was “currently being treated like a concentration camp” and resharing…
Iron Maiden to bring 50th anniversary tour to NZ with Megadeth in November 2026
Iron Maiden bassist Steve Harris has been friends with Dave Mustaine, Megadeth frontman and the band’s sole ongoing…
Steve Hathaway Seaweek Mangawhai event offers rare ocean film insights
While the main celebration takes place in early March each year, additional events and communications continue throughout the…
Black Ferns coach Whitney Hansen maps four-point plan to drive revival
“The coach would probably tell you, centre back and I’d say midfield; every now and again, striker. But…