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…
Transport subsidies for elderly and disabled people reduced
The subsidy will be reduced from 75 percent to 65 percent. Photo: RNZ / Samuel Rillstone The government…
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…
Government cuts transport subsidies for elderly and disabled
By Russell Palmer of RNZ The government is cutting transport subsidies for elderly and disabled people for elderly…
Bill set to return historic Māori site in Northland to Ngāpuhi
A bill returning one of New Zealand’s most historic sites to Māori is due to be passed by…
Willis v Richardson debate unlikely to go ahead
Current Finance Minister Nicola Willis and former minister Ruth Richardson. Photo: RNZ/Reece Baker/Supplied The debate between Finance Minister…
Auckland’s fortnightly rubbish collection trial kicked to kerb
On Tuesday, the Policy, Planning and Development Committee voted to scrap the trial. Its chairman, councillor Richard Hills,…
Oprah Winfrey hikes up Auckland’s Mt Eden before her Civic Theatre event
Winfrey’s December 14 show was originally meant to be held at Spark Arena on Auckland’s waterfront. However, it…
Man jailed for more than five years for collecting child exploitation material
Storm Uriah Constable-Carter appears via video link in the Nelson District Court. Photo: RNZ / Samantha Gee WARNING:…
Rare election rerun in Auckland due to irregularities, judge rules
An Auckland judge has upheld a petition in the Manukau District Court calling for a judicial inquiry following…
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…
Finance minister must take responsibility for state of books, say Labour, Taxpayer Union
Finance Minster Nicola Willis says going harder could hurt lower income families, while going softer was “reckless and…