US President’s special envoy said he had the ‘deepest respect’ for Putin in leaked phone call
Witkoff, who spoke of his “deepest respect” for Putin during the call, advised Russian negotiators to flatter and…
Trump Administration is renewing efforts to end the war, pitching a revised ceasefire proposal
One person familiar with Witkoff’s efforts said the Administration’s latest proposal includes several concessions that Zelenskyy will find…
Tauranga Special School principal Barrie Wickens steps down after 23 years
The special school offers therapy, support staff and teaching for students aged 5 to 21 with a diverse…
Revealed: Tom Phillips was hunted in Marokopa bush by elite NZSAS trackers
Despite sightings and an $80,000 reward, it wasn’t until September 2025 the manhunt came to an end when…
Kaipara mayoral recount bid dismissed after 62% of special votes rejected
Tane then applied for a recount, saying the margin was narrow, the number of special votes and disallowed…
Ukraine deploys special forces to defend Pokrovsk from Russian assault
“A comprehensive operation to destroy and displace enemy forces from Pokrovsk is under way,” Ukrainian commander-in-chief Oleksandr Syrsky…
Thousands of Auckland special votes ruled invalid in final election count
Five new councillors out of 20 would join the region’s governing body, alongside returning mayor Wayne Brown, who…
Local elections 2025: Jonathan Larsen, Jason Smith, and Snow Tane still neck-and-neck for Kaipara mayoralty
Trailing well behind the leading trio was Ash Nayyar, with 1256 votes – 1783 behind Smith – effectively…
Local elections 2025: Biggest wins and closest calls as special votes loom
Adams, who is now heading into his third term leading the Hauraki District, received 4694 votes, while second-placed…
Shocking incident in Riccarton feature mars Kylie Williams’ special milestone
Kincaid said it was a surreal feeling after the race as the joy of victory was tempered by…
Rugby Championship: Springboks captain Siya Kolisi’s tribute to time in NZ with Ardie Savea’s family
The All Blacks called the two rugby powerhouses’ friendship “iconic”. Ahead of the Rugby Championship blockbuster at Eden…
Hawke’s Bay farmers win dream wedding at Magpies match after 14-year engagement
Anderson said she and Kingston had booked a wedding years ago when they first got engaged, but life…