Remembering my friend Jim Bolger, one of our finest former leaders – Christopher Finlayson
It’s difficult to stand back and assess Jim’s contribution: it is hard to think of him in the…
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…
Labour MP Duncan Webb to resign as MP, won’t seek re-election
Webb said he would then “see what’s out there”, saying he believed he had “another exciting career in…
Ponsonby’s Crack Chicken shuts after eight months, to reopen as Honeymoon Avenue
“Because of the recession right now, it’s like something to eat is not enough … You have to…
Mega strike: Public sector is walking off the job on October 23 as Judith Collins fires back
They are made up of allied health staff, mental and public health nurses, home support workers and policy,…
Far North fatal dog attack: Partner calls for action on dangerous dogs
However, while her partner of 17 years was a victim, he wasn’t an innocent one, Shirley Orchard said.…
Coroner considers joint inquest after four children die in motocross crashes
Jack Willson of Cambridge died at the age of 10 in a motocross crash. Photo / Supplied Jack’s…
Sarah Ferguson gives up title alongside ex-husband Prince Andrew
“In discussion with The King, and my immediate and wider family, we have concluded the continued accusations about…
Media Insider: Broadcasting Standards Authority v The Platform – businessman Troy Bowker says he will help fund legal action to support Sean Plunket
“The BSA is no longer relevant or necessary. If Susie and her board think they can regulate the…
Coroner considers joint inquest after four children die in motocross crashes
Jack Willson of Cambridge died at the age of 10 in a motocross crash. Photo / Supplied Jack’s…
Chinese military-linked yard to build new Cook Strait ferries
GSI describes itself as a “national-level military enterprise”. Under parent company China State Shipbuilding Corporation (CSSC), it is…
Donald Trump’s World Cup threat: Fifa hopes cities will be ‘ready’ for games
In September, Trump raised the possibility of moving matches amid his crackdown on Democratic-run cities. Fifa president Gianni…