Te Pāti Māori ‘confident’ of a comeback ahead of 2026 general election
“1% – what’s less? Is there a 0%?” In June, Takutai Tarsh Kemp, who held the Tāmaki Makaurau…
New speed limits for Karangahake and Waihī ahead of holiday travel
“Hauraki District Council were very supportive of the changes,” Corkill said, pointing out that the Refuse Transfer Station…
Weather: Heavy rain, strong winds, then a sharp cool change for the week ahead
MetService said the front was expected to move on to the North Island from late morning, which will…
All Whites to play four-team tournament in March 2026 in Auckland, ahead of Fifa World Cup
The arrangement is a fillip for New Zealand Football, who have traditionally struggled to bring top nations to…
Former England batter Robin Smith dies aged 62
Smith scored 4236 test runs for England, including nine centuries, at an average of 43.67, and 2419 runs…
Metallica at Eden Park drives Auckland hotel prices above $1000 a night
The cheapest rate was $1399 at Proximity Apartments close to Auckland Airport. The most expensive hotel available was…
Kiwi dollar slumps to 12-year low against Aussie ahead of Christmas travel
“The economic fundamentals have certainly been in Australia’s favour over the last little while and [I] think that…
Christchurch, Wellington get first looks at Ikea pop-up before Auckland store opening
In Cathedral Square, in the heart of Christchurch, locals this morning got the chance to walk through displays.…
Green Party unveils mining policy ahead of 2026 general election
“We can have an economy that employs people without destroying the ecological basis of our existence for the…
Ikea reveals New Zealand‑only menu ahead of Sylvia Park opening
Lingonberry Pavlova is a new take on a Kiwi classic. Photo / Ikea The lingonberry pavlova ($4.00) is…
Years of Transmission Gully fix-ups needed as $32m summer rebuild starts
“Resurfacing and rebuilding work will continue on Transmission Gully as part of future summer maintenance seasons. The specific…
Mortgage rates: TSB introduces 4.39% one-year fixed rate, putting bank ahead of competitors
“As a community-owned bank, we’re here to support Kiwi, and this is one of the ways we’re showing…