Power prices jump by a third on Chatham Islands
'I don't how they'll survive': Power prices jump by a third on Chatham Islands
Power prices on the Chatham Islands are about to jump by a third because of high fuel prices.
Govt mulled phase-out before axing fees-free scheme
Govt mulled phase-out before axing fees-free scheme
The government considered phasing out the fees-free tertiary education scheme but decided it was too complicated, opting instead to axe it in one go.
Partners slip in poll, but coalition could still govern
Partners slip in poll, but coalition could still govern
National's partners Act and New Zealand First have taken a tumble in support in the latest poll, but the coalition bloc is still holding its lead.
Trump says Iran ceasefire 'on life support'
Trump says Iran ceasefire 'on life support'
Hopes for a peace deal on Iran faded on Tuesday after Donald Trump said a ceasefire with Iran was "on life support".
Giuffre memoir triumphs at UK book awards
Giuffre memoir triumphs at UK book awards
Virginia Giuffre's powerful posthumous memoir has been named book of the year at the British Book Awards.
Police swoop to rescue dog during court hearing
Police swoop to rescue dog during court hearing
A recent court appearance in Christchurch prompted police to act quickly to check on the well-being of a small dog caught up in a family harm situation.
Kiwi ICE detainee shackled, deprived of food, family says
Kiwi ICE detainee shackled, deprived of food, family says
The sister-in-law of a New Zealander held in ICE custody alleges she was shackled and not fed while being transferred to a different state.
'Call-up from the All Blacks': Member of public tackles man fleeing police
'Call-up from the All Blacks': Member of public tackles man fleeing police
A Whangārei man has been praised for tackling a man who was fleeing police.
Jo Galer on track to win Dunedin by-election
Jo Galer on track to win Dunedin by-election
Jo Galer is on track to win the Dunedin City Council by-election over former mayor Aaron Hawkins.
Starmer's plea to stay fails to sway MPs
Starmer's plea to stay fails to sway MPs
Sir Keir Starmer is under renewed pressure after four ministerial aides stepped down and more than 70 Labour lawmakers publicly called for the British PM's resignation.
London rooftop star exhibit in new Beatles museum
London rooftop star exhibit in new Beatles museum
The London rooftop where The Beatles played their final impromptu gig will be immortalised by a new museum dedicated to the band due to open next year.
One trapped in three-car crash at intersection
One trapped in three-car crash at intersection
A busy intersection in the Selwyn district has reopened after a person was trapped in a car following a serious crash on Tuesday morning.
Bus hub killer fails to have conviction quashed
Bus hub killer fails to have conviction quashed
A teenager who stabbed another schoolboy to death at Dunedin’s bus hub has failed to have his manslaughter conviction overturned.
Govt move to change climate law 'outrageous'
Govt move to change climate law 'outrageous'
Activist Mike Smith, whose case has now been blocked, says the move is unprecedented, while Greenpeace calls it a "shocking abuse of power".
Virus ship: Kiwi among final passengers evacuated
Virus ship: Kiwi among final passengers evacuated
The hantavirus-hit Hondius is on its way to the Netherlands as the last passengers, including a Kiwi, were evacuated from the luxury cruise ship.
Caselberg Trust Poetry winner donates prize to St Brigid's School
Caselberg Trust Poetry winner donates prize to St Brigid's School
Helen Williford-Lower visited S. Brigid's School to read from her new book Fairy Lights, Bed Time Poems, and donate her Caselberg Trust Poetry Contest 1st Place prize to the school, along with...
Wellington tetraplegic conquers his Everest
Wellington tetraplegic conquers his Everest
Andrew Leslie walked to the top of Wellington's Mt Kaukau 35 times in a year to raise awareness about accessibility in the outdoors.
Alexandra Shotokan Karate Club celebrates successful grading day
Alexandra Shotokan Karate Club celebrates successful grading day
The Alexandra Shotokan Karate Club celebrated a major milestone with 38 students successfully grading to their next karate ranks at the Clyde Primary School Hall.
Claims TVNZ's Sherman 'hounded' into resignation
Claims TVNZ's Sherman 'hounded' into resignation
The TVNZ political editor resigned after scrutiny over comments she made during drinks in Finance Minister Nicola Willis' office a year ago.
'Like an explosion': Impact of car that hit officer described
'Like an explosion': Impact of car that hit officer described
A policeman who was part of efforts to save Senior Sergeant Lyn Fleming has told the Christchurch High Court the moment the car hit her was "like a landmine" exploding.