'Because they can': How Auckland’s rich made helicopters their bach commute

Inside the city’s booming backyard helipad scene and what it costs to be a member.

BYD overtakes Tesla to become world's largest EV maker

BYD sold over 2 million BEVs in 2025, becoming the largest global EV maker.

Small Business: The best of the wurst with Frank’s Sausages

Sheryn and Frank Nagel built the brand from a laundry kitchen in 2008.

'Almost as much work': The new puzzle at the heart of the next America's Cup

Teams can begin sailing their AC75s again on January 15, limited to 45 days over the year.

Myers chases repeat of rare double on ‘important’ West Coast circuit

Trainer holds key to Gold Nuggets with Sunset Boulevard a possible Auckland Cup contender.

'Everybody wants to beat you': Svitolina fights back for ASB Classic survival

In arguably the best match of the tournament so far, the top seed found a way.

Beauden and the $124 billion business: How US giant helped pull All Blacks out of a jam

Could the US firm one day move from the shorts to the front of the All Blacks' jersey?

Morning quiz: Which element is named after the Greek word for lazy?

Afternoon quiz: In which year did the Tiananmen Square protests occur?

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Wealth tax, climate and crime: What politicians told The Front Page in 2025

Money Talks: Derek Handley launches mission to revolutionise home buying

The biggest mistakes Kiwis make when booking a South Pacific holiday

She's visited every country on the planet solo – and there's only one she won't go back to

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Young men jump from Auckland Harbour Bridge

Catch up with Hone Hillman eight months after his viral garage sale

Tim Shadbolt dies aged 78

'Because they can': How Auckland’s rich made helicopters their bach commute

Location Location Location NZ's buyers: Who bought, who missed out

Summer bach rush: Old-school beach escape for $220,000, but there's a catch

'Gutted': $1 reserve beach 'shed' for sale again after buyer defaults

The Listener’s annual sports quiz

How many sporting moments from 2025 can you recall?

Joy ride: Our tribute to Kiwi classic cars, Mark II

Owners whose enthusiasm for old cars defies modern conventions like comfort & performance.

Surprise packets: Three delicious recipes from Ottolinghi collaborator Helen Goh

Helen Goh's latest book draws on Asian and Middle Eastern flavours.

Confronting Nordic father-daughter drama has universal resonance

Cannes Grand Prix winner Sentimental Value strikes a common chord.

A deep dive into the world of sharks

Auckland Museum's new exhibition Sharks reveals…

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.