Post-holiday debt? Westpac launches special consolidation interest rate
“Over the past year we’ve seen an uptick in people applying for debt consolidation personal loans, as well…
Kiwis arriving in record numbers but many caught unprepared for Aussie life
“So, on top of the state holidays, if you are a casual outside worker and it rains, you…
NZ’s Best Beach 2026: Toni Street, Julian Dennison, Ali Williams & more share their favourites
Whangamatā is Toni Street’s favourite beach in New Zealand, and one she returns to every summer. Toni Street…
Weather: Fire risk with temperatures set to soar amid strong wind, scorching heat
Heat alerts have been issued for the aforementioned regions, as well as Paihia and Russell, Whangārei, Whitianga, Tauranga,…
Weather: Fire risk as temperatures soaring amid heavy wind, scorching heat
Heat alerts have been issued for the aforementioned regions, as well as Paihia and Russell, Whangārei, Whitianga, Tauranga,…
NZ’s Best Beach 2026: Bret McKenzie, Dai Henwood, Hilary Barry and more share their favourites
Dai Henwood at Piha Beach. Dai Henwood I always say Piha because that’s my sort of spiritual home.…
Pets in New Zealand: How our dogs and cats are taking up our time and changing our lives
One respondent said getting a pet had given their days more structure and purpose, spending more time outside…
AI in New Zealand: Kiwis remain more wary than other countries
A Younity survey of New Zealand tech workers found 64% are concerned AI will impact their job security…
Pets on holiday: What New Zealanders are planning to do with their pets this summer
The SPCA said people should carefully consider how to travel with their pets, including containing them with carry…
From Labubus to robot vacuums: Afterpay shares New Zealand’s quirkiest buys in 2025
LED facemasks were particularly popular with women too, who bought 69% of the nearly 430 sold through the…
Cocaine use surges 43% in NZ wastewater drug tests as meth harm soars
“It is likely that increased supply of cocaine to New Zealand has contributed to the expansion of the…
Diamonds in the rough: Our 2025 sporting year reviewed
When Geordie Beamish fell in the heats of the 3000m steeplechase at this year’s World Athletics Championships and…