20-year-old man died after care staff missed serious warning signs
A 20-year-old man with a rare genetic condition died after care staff failed to recognise that he was seriously ill, a Health and Disability Commission (HDC) report has found. The…
Striking Chatham Islands phytoplankton bloom captured from space
A striking ring of blue‑green swirls appeared around the Chatham Islands earlier this month, with a large phytoplankton bloom so extensive it was captured by satellites orbiting hundreds of kilometres…
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Muanpuii Saiawi has been appointed as the next High Commissioner of India to New Zealand.
The Government of India announced on 19 January 2026 the appointment of Muanpuii Saiawi (IFS: 2005) as the next High Commissioner of India to New Zealand. She is currently serving…
‘Warning amounts’ of rain possible as severe weather alerts extended
Multiple severe weather warnings have been issued as the upper North Island faces periods of persistent, intense rainfall, with more widespread rain expected to spread south from tomorrow. MetService said…
You need all the travel documentsfore heading overseas.
Planning an overseas trip this year? You may need to check that you have more than just your passport before you fly – and that you’re on top of the…
House Prices Rise Nationwide, Wellington Continues to Buck the Trend
New Zealand’s housing market is showing tentative signs of recovery, with property values rising across most regions, according to the latest QV House Price Index. Nationally, house prices increased by…
Lack of dairy gains in India FTA disappointing
The Government’s Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with India, while a start, disappointingly delivers little for our dairy sector. “It’s disappointing that dairy, our biggest export, has been largely left out…
Stay in Your Lane: Peters to Breman
Foreign Minister Winston Peters has publicly urged Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ) Governor Anna Breman to focus on domestic monetary policy and avoid involvement in U.S. political matters. The…
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‘Turn your backs’: Ethnic leaders call for calm after Sikh parade disruptions
Two religious processions organised by members of the Sikh community have been disrupted by protesters linked to Destiny Church in recent weeks . Photo: Supplied A prominent ethnic community leader…
serial Auckland fraudster Thomas Davies jailed after $110,000 after trade false name.
A prolific Auckland fraudster has been jailed after a months-long offending spree that netted more than $100,000. Thomas Davies, 38, racked up over $110,000 in trade debt under a false…
Canopy Healthcare alerts patients to a data breach that occurred six months ago
It has come to light that another service provider to the healthcare sector, Canopy Healthcare, has been hit by data breach. However, those affected have only just been informed of…
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After a brutal year, is the economy finally turning a corner?
The last 12 months have been a grind for households and businesses. Tight budgets, high interest rates, and rising costs made life tough. But economists say relief may finally be…
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Health Minister Simeon Brown commissions urgent review after Manage MyHealth cyber breach
The Ministry of Health has been asked to carry out a review into how a recent cyber attack on ManageMyHealth was handled, following concerns that the personal information of tens…
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Govt’s new year changes: How they’ll affect your wallet
Motorists will pay more to register their vehicles from today, but prescription costs will drop in February – all part of a series of changes rolling out in the new…
Jacinda Ardern on her cancer scare and a chilling public bathroom encounter.
The world’s media was lining up to interview Dame Jacinda Ardern about her memoir, A Different Kind of Power – CBS, BBC, even Oprah. But as the former prime minister…
Severe thunderstorm watch for much of North Island .
Thunderstorm warning issued. (Source: istock.com) A severe thunderstorm watch is in place for a large swathe of the North Island this New Year’s Eve, from Whangārei in the north to…
Papakura rowdy house revealed as Auckland’s worst for noise complaints.
Driving down Duke St, Papakura, you would not suspect it to contain Auckland’s unruliest house. The quiet, suburban street dotted with a mix of brick and tile and weatherboard houses…
NZ festivals face toughest summer yet as Splore confirms final year
After more than two decades, Splore Festival has confirmed its 2026 event will be its last, becoming one of the latest casualties in a challenging period for festivals both here…
India Free Trade Deal Faces Political Pushback
New Zealand First leader Winston Peters has accused the government of fast-tracking the proposed free trade agreement (FTA) with India for political gain, warning that stronger outcomes could have been…
India New Zealand Business Council Welcomes Landmark NZ–India Free Trade Agreement
India and New Zealand have struck a comprehensive free trade agreement, and India’s cabinet has now, reportedly, also signed off on the deal. The India New Zealand Business Council (INZBC)…
Fake Cop Tries to Pull Over Real Police — While Drunk
A bizarre and dangerous incident has unfolded in Auckland after a man posing as a police officer attempted to pull over an actual police car — while allegedly more than…
Fatigue, roadworks and congestion: AA’s warning for summer drivers
The annual Kiwi summer exodus is beginning: cars packed to the roof, kids in the backseat, and hours of open state highways ahead. But with heavier traffic, unfamiliar routes and…
Breman Signals Readiness to Act!
New Reserve Bank Governor Anna Breman has made it clear she will not hesitate to use the full range of policy tools available to the central bank if New Zealand’s…
Backing our Indian communities to thrive in New Zealand
First and foremost, I want to give a big thank you to our Indian communities for welcoming the Labour team and I into your spaces this year, be it into…
Labour Moves Into the Lead as Voter Mood Shifts, New Poll Shows
As the year comes to a close, the political mood in New Zealand appears to be shifting. A new poll shows Labour pulling ahead of National, opening up a clear…