A Gisborne mill has been fined $600,000 after the court found serious safety failures and a dismissive attitude toward worker protection around hazardous machinery.
Stories of migration in Australia highlight how policy and circumstance can separate families, shaping lives across distance and time.
A man pleaded guilty to attacking someone outside a Hobsonville supermarket in a robbery-related incident; sentencing is pending.
Auckland police warn a stolen bag may contain asbestos and urge the public not to touch it if found.
A teenager has been charged after multiple car thefts in Caversham, Dunedin, with police continuing investigations.
A truck and trailer rolled on SH51 near Napier, closing one lane and disrupting traffic while emergency services responded.
Christchurch council staff have stepped back from a proposal to pump treated sewage into the sea, with alternatives likely to be explored.
A WWII pilot’s watch from New Zealand has been found in Germany more than 80 years later and may be returned to family.
Four Square Tauhara and a former director were fined $80,000 for exploiting migrant workers through underpayment and breaches.
Residents fear removing speed bumps could increase speeds and endanger pedestrians, as authorities review the proposal.
Residents fear a proposed subdivision could fragment a New Zealand township, as planning discussions continue.
New Zealand’s midweek data shows rising building consents, slowing housing momentum, strong milk flows, and steady currency signals.
Concord, New Hampshire – April 1, 2026 — In a move that could mark a turning point in public finance, the State of New Hampshire is preparing to issue up to $100 million in bonds backed by Bitcoin. This would be the world’s first municipal bond of its kind to receive a formal rating from a major credit rating agency.
Cocaine use in New Zealand has hit record highs, driven by increased availability, strong demand, and evolving drug markets.
A suspected tornado near Whakatāne damaged fences and roofs, with experts pointing to a brief, localized storm event.
Collingwood heads to the Gabba with confidence, viewing it as a “good home ground,” while Brisbane aims to defend its stronghold in a highly anticipated AFL clash.
Australia’s Gold Coast has more canals than Venice, offering extensive waterways that shape daily life and support water-based activities.
A man accused of Facebook car scams allegedly led police on a 160km/h chase in Auckland, with the case now before the courts.
A Garda officer’s prosecution after a scrambler chase has sparked calls for legislative reform, raising questions about policing risks, accountability, and whether current laws reflect real-world challenges.
UCon Construction has been fined for sediment runoff breaches at an Auckland townhouse site, highlighting environmental responsibilities during development.
Greenpeace activists who climbed a Fonterra building caused nearly $300,000 in costs, reflecting disruption and response efforts.
Canterbury communities are voicing concerns over planned postal closures, citing reduced access to essential services despite declining mail use.
Invercargill’s deputy mayor is under scrutiny after accusations of swearing, with the matter being reviewed through council processes.
Corrections chief executive Jeremy Lightfoot will step down, describing the move as “not an easy decision,” with a successor to be appointed.