US reality star ‘almost knocked down’ in Auckland robbery
Former American reality TV personality Kate Gosselin said she was “almost knocked over” during an attempted robbery at a New World in Auckland recently. Gosselin, who starred in the show…
Red heavy rain warnings for North Island regions: Metservice on high alert
Four red-level heavy rain warnings have been issued as a tropical low approaches New Zealand from the north today. MetService said Northland, Coromandel Peninsula, the Bay of Plenty including Rotorua,…
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How much value could a granny flat add to your property?
Consents are no longer needed to build a granny flat – but how much does it add to a property’s value? By Susan Edmunds of RNZ The rule change took…
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…
AI model detects prediabetes using ECG data without need for blood tests
DiaCardia, a novel artificial intelligence model that can accurately identify individuals with prediabetes using either 12-lead or single-lead electrocardiogram (ECG) data, has been developed. This breakthrough holds promise for future…
‘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…
PM Christopher Luxon: “Tariffs aren’t the answer”
NZ Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says tariffs are not the solution as tensions rise between the United States and the European Union over Greenland. Speaking after his State of the…
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…
Building Opportunity in 2026: Growing New Zealand’s Economy-Christopher Luxon
Hello and welcome to 2026. I hope that you managed to enjoy a great Christmas and New Year, surrounded by family and friends. I got to enjoy spending some time…
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…
Historic First-Ever NZ IPL Junior Opening Ceremony Held in Auckland
Auckland witnessed a landmark moment for junior cricket today with the successful *first-ever IPL-style Opening Ceremony for NZ IPL Junior*, marking a new chapter in youth sports and community engagement…
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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…
Brahmrishi Guruvanand Ji’s New Zealand visit: A Journey of Spiritual Awakening
New Zealand is honoured to welcome Brahmrishi Guruvanand Ji on his sixth visit to the country, a moment of great spiritual significance for devotees and seekers alike. Scheduled for March–April…
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…
Napier, Hastings top 36C as gale-force winds cause damage, fan fires
Strong winds and extreme heat have brought down trees, cut power and fanned vegetation fires across parts of New Zealand, as temperatures surged into the high 30s and multiple weather…
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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Indian Kite Festival 2026 – Auckland’s Skies to Come Alive
A Celebration of Multiculturalism The Indian Kite Festival has become a much-loved fixture on Auckland’s summer calendar, bringing together people of all ages and backgrounds for a day of colour,…
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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…