A boat explosion at Tauranga marina injured one person. Emergency services responded, and investigations into the cause are ongoing.
Births are rising in the Bay of Plenty, but experts say high living costs are causing many people to delay starting families.
Health star labels on bottled water are causing confusion, as rating systems designed for food may not clearly apply to simple products like water.
Some public-facing jobs attract frustration from others, yet the people doing them move quietly through daily routines shaped by patience, responsibility, and repeated encounters.
Afghans leave Iran amid overlapping crises, facing uncertainty, displacement, and the struggle for safety while navigating harsh borders and constrained opportunities.
KiwiSaver members have been warned that some investments may be linked to human rights risks, prompting calls for greater transparency and ethical oversight.
A New Zealand mother of two has built a parenting platform now helping thousands of families with advice, resources, and shared support.
Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian declares he is unwilling to engage in talks, signaling firm diplomatic posture amid regional tensions.
Foraging trees in Christchurch’s red zone are declining due to age, lack of care, and land restoration changes, raising questions about their future.
Armed offenders carried out a home invasion in Auckland, stealing cash and items before fleeing. Police are investigating and seeking information.
Paris’ new mayor Emmanuel Grégoire pledges “absolute moral rigour,” facing the practical tests of leading a historic, complex capital.
Auckland’s City Rail Link will open with fewer peak-hour trains than trialled, with full service levels to be phased in over time.
Five applicants are competing to operate New Zealand’s largest farm, with decisions expected by mid-2026.
New Zealand’s pandemic experience suggests health and economic stability are interconnected, not opposing choices, shaping future crisis strategies.
David Seymour will present a grieving mother’s petition to Parliament, calling for tougher criminal sentences in New Zealand.
A family has expressed disappointment after a murder conviction appeal succeeded, reopening the case for further legal proceedings.
Rotorua barristers Prue McGuire and Chris Macklin have been appointed as new District Court judges in New Zealand.
Arson damages ambulances of London’s Jewish volunteer service, disrupting emergency care and highlighting both vulnerability and community resilience.
Trump delays planned strikes on Iranian power plants for five days, creating a brief window for reassessment and potential diplomatic movement.
Dow futures jump nearly 900 points after Trump signals “productive” U.S.-Iran talks, reflecting market optimism over potential easing of geopolitical tensions.
Rising U.S.–Iran tensions highlight a shift toward targeting energy and electrical infrastructure, raising concerns about broader regional stability and global energy security.
A person was hospitalized after a power-assisted bicycle caught fire in Balestier. Authorities extinguished the blaze and are investigating.
A 71-year-old woman was found dead at the foot of an HDB block in Yishun. Police are investigating the incident.
A 26-year-old is helping babies and children with hearing loss learn to listen and speak, guiding them toward milestones like their first word.