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Pope downplays feud with Trump

Pope Leo's Africa tour is one of the most complicated ever arranged for a pontiff. Photo: Reuters

Pope downplays feud with Trump

Pope Leo XIV has sought to downplay his feud with US President Donald Trump, saying reporting about comments he has made so far during his Africa tour "has not been accurate in all its aspects".

Uncertainty hangs over Strait of Hormuz

Iran's chief negotiator Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf. Photo: Reuters

Uncertainty hangs over Strait of Hormuz

Iran's top negotiator says recent talks with the US has made progress, but gaps remain over nuclear issues and the Strait of Hormuz, a key shipping channel.

Homicide inquiry into Hastings deaths

Police were called to a house on Avenue Road East on Sunday morning. Photo: RNZ

Homicide inquiry into Hastings deaths

A homicide investigation has been launched following the death of three people in Hastings.

States of emergency declared in North Island

Ōhura resident Mike Crowley was taken aback by the amount of flooding that had hit the small town...

States of emergency declared in North Island

States of local emergency have been declared in the Ruapheu District and the Whanganui District due to heavy rain.

User-pays school bus service to stop

Nikita Walker with daughter Jasmine. Photo: RNZ

User-pays school bus service to stop

A user-pays bus service for Manawatū children no longer eligible for govt-funded services to schools in Palmerston North will stop from Monday.

Port Chalmers Lotto player wins $1 million

The winning ticket was sold on MyLotto to a player from Otago. Photo: ODT files

Port Chalmers Lotto player wins $1 million

It has been a lucky night for a Lotto player from Port Chalmers who has won $1 million with Lotto First Division in Saturday's draw.

Time to give back, says National's Dunedin candidate

The National Party has announced its Dunedin candidate for this year's general election.

Partying on safely in Hyde St

Everyone from pirates to speedo cops were present as students gathered in their dressed-up masses at the annual Hyde St party in North Dunedin.

Fire crews called to Princes St building

Fire crews called to Princes St building

Fire and Emergency NZ staff check out a building in central Dunedin after called to a possible fire about lunchtime.

Ruff treatment for royals on final day of tour

Prince Harry with an affectionate dog at the Cruising Yacht Club of Australia after taking part...

Ruff treatment for royals on final day of tour

Britain's Prince Harry and Meghan have rubbed shoulders with Australia's ultra-rich, Bondi massacre heroes and an over-friendly pooch as their tour Down Under comes to an end.

Humanoid robot race to showcase technical leaps

Last year's half-marathon winner, humanoid robot Tiangong Ultra. REUTERS

Humanoid robot race to showcase technical leaps

More than 300 humanoid robots participating in China's second robot half-marathon on Sunday will be facing tougher terrain designed to test their technical advancements.

Flash flooding in Wellington region

Flooding in Stokes Valley, in the Wellington region, today. Photo: Stokes Valley Volunteer Fire...

Flash flooding in Wellington region

The Wellington region has been hit by flash flooding, as thunderstorms brought heavy rain to parts of NZ.

Fatal crash, body at house fire may be linked: police

Fatal crash, body at house fire may be linked: police

A body found at a house fire may be linked to a fatal car crash earlier this week in the Ruapehu district, police said.

Bishop 'unhappy' over probe into police breath testing

In December last year it was revealed NZTA had commissioned an independent analysis of breath...

Bishop 'unhappy' over probe into police breath testing

Transport Minister Chris Bishop has told officials to hurry up and give him a full briefing on an independent analysis of police breath testing data, saying he's unhappy at how long it's taken to investigate.

Iran reopens strait, but says US must end naval blockade

The Malta-flagged tanker Agios Fanourios I, an oil tanker that sailed through the Strait of...

Iran reopens strait, but says US must end naval blockade

Iran has temporarily reopened the Strait of Hormuz but warned that it could close the crucial shipping waterway again if the recent US Navy blockade of Iranian ports continue.

Luxon joins meeting on reopening Strait of Hormuz

New Zealand's Prime Minister has taken part in a virtual meeting of world leaders to discuss efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

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‘Social inequity’ claim decried

Surrey Street Flood Action Group convener Lynne Newell gives New Zealand First MP Mark Patterson...

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‘Social inequity’ claim decried

Dunedin’s mayor has hit back after a government minister accused the city of dragging its feet over solving South Dunedin’s wastewater problems.

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Bike shops under the pump

Off The Chain Cycles technician Richard Wild inspects a bike wheel as demand for maintenance...

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Bike shops under the pump

Dunedin cycle mechanics are struggling to keep up with demand for repairs as people dust off their old bikes in the face of pressure at the pump.

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New toilet for complex care needs hailed by families

Checking out Dunedin’s latest public toilet facilities are Changing Places founder Jenn Hooper ...

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New toilet for complex care needs hailed by families

Some of our most disadvantaged have been given a lifeline - so they can be like every one of us.

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Topped-up lakes have generator smiling

Meridian spilled from both its Waitaki (pictured) and Waiau schemes throughout December and...

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Topped-up lakes have generator smiling

Hydro lakes are full and one of the country’s main generators says there is a sign that prices will get more affordable as a pipeline of massive investment in renewable projects comes online.

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