Local elections 2025: The New Zealand mayoral races going down to the wire
Similarly, at the Whangārei District Council, incumbent Vince Cocurullo has just a 67-vote lead over Ken Couper. The…
Vote 2025 local elections: Rotorua mayoral and election results interactive map
Each local election involves multiple races. Everyone in a city or district has the option to vote for…
Cool Aza Rene reminds punters of her 1000 Guineas credentials
But Cool Aza Rene turned that theory on its head when she stepped up to 1400m on Saturday…
Vote 2025 local elections: Northland mayoral and election results interactive map
Each local election involves multiple races. Everyone in a city or district has the option to vote for…
Crusaders prospect Harry Inch linked with NZ Warriors in NRL move
After gaining selection in the Crusaders development programme, Inch had some game time in pre-season, lining up outside…
An insider’s guide to Diwali in New Zealand: Traditions, food and how to join the Festival of Lights
Why is it called ‘Diwali’? Rama, Sita and Laxmana in the forest during exile, painted circa 1652. Photo…
Beach town on Auckland doorstep to get New Zealand-leading eco development
There will be between 600 and 750 houses, each with their own solar panels, rainwater collection tanks and…
Gisborne singer Amy Maynard takes top honour at Country Music Awards
It was the third time she had entered the competition as a senior. She also competed in the…
Ryman rises but NZ sharemarket ends flat after rate‑cut rally fades – Market close
“A variety of movements, which are really just flow-driven. Probably one of the most interesting things is property…
Fonterra hits back after Winston Peters questions $4.2b Mainland sale plan
In an emailed response to the Herald, Fonterra said it had been engaging with farmers on the strategic…
New Zealand at higher-than-normal risk for cyclones from November to April season
New Caledonia, Vanuatu and northern New Zealand are at a normal to elevated risk of tropical cyclones. Fiji…
American Express prints wrong contact number on Airpoints Platinum cards
“The contact number listed on the back of the card … is not in service,” the letter reads.…