Government gives $20m loan to build new racecourse in Flaxmere by 2029
The remainder of the racecourse cost will be borne by $57m in co-funding from HBRI and New Zealand…
Motu Rd slip: Road to stay closed for months as major fix planned
“Because the road bench appears to be gone, any repairs will likely be large-scale and require careful planning…
Stanley Bay School principal Emma Tolmie on leave after extraordinary complaint letter
Through a New Zealand Educational Institute industrial officer, Tolmie said that she “will not be making any comment…
Moe Palae’ Myanmar Restaurant set to close after citing economic struggles
Viva’s dining out editor Jesse Mulligan spotlighted the restaurant in October and said the hidden gem, which was…
Netflix cancels hit series Boots after one season despite strong reviews
“One of the biggest reasons why Netflix is in the gutter is because they never let shows find…
Food prices fall for third month, but groceries and power still climbing
Stats NZ highlighted three food products: a 2-litre bottle of milk, which has had its price increase 15.8%…
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…
Former Kāpiti Coast GP Jared Cook given 10 months’ home detention for indecent acts
The touching happened over their clothing and bedding and often at his home. “What marks the offending is…
Council votes to return Rotorua Night Market to city centre, ending trial relocation
He said returning to the inner city would help businesses regain tourist foot traffic and after-work customers. A…
Owner jailed after racehorse Ginger Jane starves to death
Angeca was underweight and had festering scabs and a skin infection causing discomfort and irritation, SPCA said, while…
Missing 4yo Gus Lamont: Police end search in remote Australian outback mine shaft
“The family of Gus have been advised of the results of the renewed searching and are being supported…
Tākaka axe attack: Frank Harris jailed for three years, seven months for trying to kill his father
She said he never believed he would do what he did. Crown prosecutor Abigail Goodison during the sentencing…