The week mortgage rates soured - goodbye to cheaper home loans?

Westpac jacked up its rates, but brokers say deals can be worked out behind the scenes.

Toyota Hilux engineers in NZ: behind ‘cyber sumo’ and why diesel must remain

Customer feedback plays a larger part in development now, says regional chief engineer.

On The Up: The Roller Black who doesn't let anything stand in his way

Eamon Wood has lived an adventurous life despite being wheelchair-bound.

Wellington Phoenix look to get back to winning ways

Follow the action as the Phoenix host the Jets

'Last six weeks have been hell': David Nyika's emotional message after win

Nyika and fiancée Lexy Thornberry recently announced she had been diagnosed with cancer.

Kiwi quinella as Fin Melville Ives, Luke Harrold top freeski World Cup podium

The win was Melville Ives' second at a World Cup, after victory in Canada in February.

Breakers' winning streak snapped by Phoenix

The Breakers came into the contest on the back of three straight wins.

Afternoon quiz: Which company developed the AI chatbot Claude?

Morning quiz: What is the name of Al Pacino's character in the 1983 film Scarface?

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Why Tom Sainsbury stopped parodying politicians

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Weekend weather outlook with Heather Keats: Noticeably cooler weather for the South

MetService Daily Weather: December 12 2025

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‘He had the power’: Ex-Gloriavale leader faces sentencing for sex abuse of girls, women

The week mortgage rates soured - goodbye to cheaper home loans?

Waterfront ‘beauty and the beast’: Clifftop wreck for sale as mega mansion lists next door

Star architect's waterfront palace sells to locals looking for 'legacy' home

'$562,000 per minute': Trophy home sells for over $11m after 20-minute Facetime call

The Good Life: An aspirational Christmas? Thank goodness for Meghan, Duchess of Sussex

Michele Hewitson watches With Love, Meghan: Holiday Celebration for festive season ideas.

Diamonds in the rough: Our 2025 sporting year reviewed

While some of our usual sources of pride stumbled, other unlikely heroes sparkled.

Duncan Garner: I’ve seen enough, ban e-scooters before someone you know dies

There are rules for all sorts of things, so why are we so lax about flying death traps?

Rocker Jimmy Barnes and wife Jane deliver seasonal dishes with a nod to Southeast Asia

Jane and Jimmy Barnes share four recipes fit for easy summer feasts.

Sponsored: Design tips for an ideal kitchen and dining area

Colour is key to setting the tone for a successful space.

A guide to managing moisture at home

Resene’s experts provide tips and strategies to tackle the issue.

Helping locals this Christmas

Bringing food, support and festive-season kindness to the community.

Mortgage-free in six short years

How one Kiwi couple hit freedom fast – without missing life’s fun.