Northland rugby team seek underdog victory against Canterbury in NPC final. The match takes place at Canterbury’s new stadium. Canterbury, defending champions, aim for 16th provincial title. Northland, seeking first NPC triumph, face strong opposition. The game highlights regional rugby rivalry. Both teams prepare for intense competition. The outcome remains uncertain.
The Royal New Zealand Ballet will stage a new production of Alice in Wonderland as part of its 2027 season. The company plans to present a mix of classical and contemporary works across New Zealand. T…
A car crashed into a house in Kaiteriteri, Tasman district, on Sunday afternoon. The incident resulted in one person being injured. Emergency services were called to the scene. Authorities confirmed t…
Southland’s general practice services will operate for nearly 60 hours a week starting in 2025, thanks to increased funding announced in Budget 2025. The expansion of Te Hau o Te Ora’s after-hours GP…
Pauline Parker, one of two women convicted in one of New Zealand's most notorious crimes, has died in the Scottish Orkney islands. She was 76 years old. Parker was one of the pair who murdered 13-year…
Air New Zealand has launched a new flight route from Auckland to Western Sydney, marking a significant expansion in its domestic network. The service, which began on April 1, connects the capital city…
The Black Ferns have ended England’s world-record unbeaten streak in women’s test rugby, signaling a shift in power within the sport. The victory marks a turning point for New Zealand’s team, which ha…
Oamaru’s beloved cockatoo Jimmy has found a permanent home at a bird sanctuary in North Canterbury. The sanctuary, which will open to the public next month, is set to provide a safe environment for Ji…
Kerrin Leoni, candidate for the Labour Party in New Zealand, has resigned following the release of a video showing her involved in a gang-related incident. The footage, which has circulated widely on…
New Zealand gardeners have shared their favorite basil varieties, showcasing a range of flavors and uses beyond the standard green leaves. The article features several types, including citrus-scented…
A 65-year-old Australian politician, Helen Haines, remains in critical condition after being struck by a car in what police allege was a targeted attack. The incident occurred outside her office in Wa…
The All Blacks have introduced a new formation with Damian McKenzie playing at fly-half, according to a recent analysis. This change has raised questions about how the team might have performed in pre…
Daniel Hillier secured a second-place finish in a golf tournament in India, significantly improving his position in the race for 10 PGA Tour cards. The result moved him to fifth in the standings, redu…
The Silver Ferns secured the Constellation Cup with a dramatic late comeback against Australia in the final quarter of the match. The New Zealand team trailed by 10 points in the third quarter but mou…
National Party leader Christopher Luxon addressed survivors of abuse within gangs during a public speech, offering an apology and emphasizing personal responsibility. Luxon stated that individuals hav…
A serious injury was reported following a crash in coastal Southland. Ambulance crews responded to the incident and transported the person in a serious condition to hospital. The crash occurred on a c…
Sylvia Nichol, a scientist, turned off the Dobson spectrophotometer at Scott Base in Antarctica last week. The instrument, which measured ozone levels, had been operational since 1988. Nichol was the…
New Zealand's Opportunity Party is under increased scrutiny as it prepares for the 2026 election. Political analysts and commentators are questioning whether the party, which was formed in 2023, is ac…
The Black Caps face a critical rematch at Hagley in an attempt to reverse their recent defeat against India. The match, scheduled for next week, will be a key test for the New Zealand team as they loo…
Kodi Nikorima, a former New Zealand rugby representative, will lead his country’s team at the One NZ Stadium on Sunday in a pivotal World Cup qualifier. The match marks a significant moment for the te…
A small town in North Canterbury nearly changed its name before choosing Hawarden. The community had considered renaming itself Gladstone, a name that had once been proposed for the area. Local offici…
A New Zealand winery conducted a blind tasting to test if artificial intelligence could select a high-quality wine. The AI system analyzed data on wine characteristics and selected a rare varietal fro…
New Zealand’s opposition party, NZ First, has proposed a targeted extension to the government’s Investment Boost initiative. The policy would offer additional incentives to manufacturers and exporters…
Woolworths, one of New Zealand’s largest supermarket chains, has decided to stop in-store meat preparation in the South Island. The move affects stores in Christchurch, Dunedin, and Invercargill. The…
A New Zealand First candidate has openly criticized the Opportunity Party's political strategy during a recent local debate, warning of potential challenges if the party seeks to form a coalition with…
Gareth Morgan, founder of the Opportunity Party, has called for the party to clearly define its position following internal disagreements. Morgan stated that the party needs to “firmly distinguish its…
Gareth Morgan, founder of the Opportunity Party, claims the party is “sliding to the left” and urges it to “firmly distinguish itself as being in the centre”. Quilae Wong, current leader of the party,…
