At his funeral on 29 February, Collins was remembered by his widow and daughters as an “extraordinary man” who was the “anchor of our tight-knit family”. On 28 February, Warner Brothers Discovery ...

The BNZ Breakers have rung in the New Year in style, snapping their losing streak with an emphatic 92-68 road win over Cairns Taipans. In their first of five matches without leader Parker ...

Kaipara Mayor and self-described “Trump of the North” Craig Jepson loves nothing better than fishing over summer. Across the ...

The 50th anniversary of the world’s biggest secondary school cultural competition will be scaled back due to a lack of funding. Polyfest, an annual performing arts festival held in south Auckland ...

Hokitika is shaping up as one of the best places to be for fine weather on New Year’s Eve. A frontal system passing over the country is causing a low to hit the East Coast of the North Island, ...

The veteran TV journalist Bob McNeil has died at the age of 82. McNeil began his career in newspapers and radio but was best known for his 20-year stint as a reporter on TV3 – a role that took him to ...

Greenleaf Fresh Ltd has entered voluntary administration. This decision follows recent financial challenges impacting the company’s operations. The administration process aims to protect the interests ...

Two councillors have confirmed they will stand for re-election next year in a bid to advocate for South Auckland. Manurewa-Papakura’s Daniel Newman and Franklin’s Andrew Baker said they hoped to ...

Police Commissioner Richard Chambers has congratulated three members of staff who are today recognised in the New Year ...

The King has been pleased, on the celebration of the New Year, to make the following appointments to The New Zealand Order of Merit: To be Dames Companion of the said Order: Mrs Julie Clare Chapman, ...

Māori recipients in the New Year 2025 Honours list show comprehensive dedication to improving communities across the motu that inspires all New Zealanders, Māori Development Minister Tama Potaka says.

This year’s spectacular display will be complemented by a synchronised laser light and animation show, alongside stunning visuals projected onto the Harbour Bridge. To enjoy the special soundtrack ...