Donald Trump defends White House demolition as work begins on new ballroom
“You probably hear the beautiful sound of construction to the back. You hear that sound? Oh, that’s music…
On The Up: Kaikohe to get 100 affordable homes in $51.5m iwi‑Crown project
The development would “directly address” Kaikohe’s toughest housing challenges, including overcrowding and limited rentals, he said. “Putting in…
Large 30-hectare fire on hills near Pōrangahau in Central Hawke’s Bay
It is the biggest of five vegetation fires currently burning in the Hawke’s Bay area, caused by strong…
Well-known New Zealander appears in North Shore District Court on sexual abuse charge
The alleged offending is historic in nature and relates to one victim. The charge carries a maximum penalty…
Eight youths caught after police spike stolen car on Auckland motorway
“It took off at speed and Police opted not to pursue, as it continued along the South-Western Motorway…
‘It’s never too late to do the right thing’: Police appeal for truth, two years on from Baby Ru killing
Police are urging those responsible for Baby Ru’s death to come forward and “do the right thing”. Photo…
Local elections 2025: Rotorua Mayor Tania Tapsell focuses on unity, debt and museum for second term
She wanted to be an “inclusive leader” and setting priorities as a new council would be an important…
Te Pāti Māori MP Mariameno Kapa-Kingi breaks silence on party releasing overspend allegations
The Parliamentary Services letter told the MP “you now have $4986 for the remainder of the term. Urgent…
Ka Ying Rising puts New Zealand flag on top of Everest again
But make no mistake, this was a win for the New Zealand racing and breeding industry. The old…
On The Up: Hawke’s Bay’s three Findlay sisters off to Chile for hockey’s Junior World Cup
Twin sister Hannah Findlay and Greer Findlay, 18 months her junior, are on tour with New Zealand Under-21…
On The Up: Hawke’s Bay’s three Findlay sisters off to Chile for hockey’s Junior World Cup
Twin sister Hannah Findlay and Greer Findlay, 18 months her junior, are on tour with New Zealand Under-21…
US warns of ‘credible reports’ Hamas planning imminent attack on Gaza civilians, calls it ceasefire breach
Hamas and Israel agreed to a phased peace deal last week that saw Israel end its military offensive…