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Rotorua airman honoured after major health scare

The Rotorua-born airman overcame a cardiac event that reshaped his career.

How a small-town cafe became a top franchise success story

Kelly and Jess Bain’s Ōmokoroa café opened in 2023 with a community focus.

From Tauranga to the world stage: Kiwi competes to be best heavy diesel tech

The five-day event in Spain will test real-world machinery troubleshooting skills.

Local art awards return with record $18k prize pool

Sales from the awards exhibition will fund Rotorua Museum’s redevelopment project.

Genesis gives green light to $236m Bay of Plenty solar project

The Edgecumbe project will power about 29,800 homes from 2027.

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Mark Lister: Why NZ's market isn't really at a record high

OPINION: When dividends are stripped out, the NZX 50 remains 13.9% below its 2021 peak.

NZ avocado industry battles tough season ahead

Spring storms wiped out up to 80% of crops for some Bay of Plenty growers.

From QI to Kirikiriroa: Alan Davies set for long-awaited NZ return

The QI star begins his 10-date New Zealand tour in Hamilton on July 31.

Whitianga Summer Concert cancelled as Iggy Pop tour adds Auckland date

The new Auckland show at Spark Arena is set for January 29.

She was offered an NZ book deal. Then they asked her for $23k

Hachette issues an alert after a US author's publishing offer is exposed as a scam.

One ring to rule them all! Hollywood actor crashes Hobbiton wedding

Sharik and Jessica Burgess-Stride got married at Hobbiton on Monday.

BYD Sealion 7 Premium extended review: sibling rivalry

The electric Sealion 7 has a plug-in hybrid sibling, the Sealion 6. But which is better?

Manthey kit turns Porsche 911 GT3 into an aero-heavy track weapon

The upgraded 911 GT3 lapped the Nurburgring 2.8 seconds faster than its predecessor.

Google’s Gemini AI assistant rolls into Android Auto

Google's newest AI assistant enables natural in-car voice interaction in Android Auto.

Mazda 6e pure-electric sedan confirmed for New Zealand in 2026

The rear-drive EV sedan is a joint-venture with China's Changan Automobile.

Construction king finally sells Bay of Islands lodge after slashing price by almost $2m

Waterfront trophy home has hosted countless celebrities.

'What are you doing living in my house?': Restaurant power couple selling their dream home

They fell in love with the waterfront home long before they stepped inside.

Overseas buyer snaps up vintage crib for $4m

The 1950s lakefront home fetched almost double its RV at heated auction.

NZ’s Woofington’s castle sells for over $3m

Iconic Wellington property had been a luxury hotel for dogs.

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Urban oasis: Inside Ponsonby’s hidden community farm

Tucked in between Ponsonby and Herne Bay is the last place you’d expect to find a farm.

The Country: Fonterra update with Miles Hurrell

Miles Hurrell, Michael Every, Richard Wyeth and Peter Newbold talk to The Country.

Serious injury at Ōpōtiki kiwifruit packhouse 'shocking and impactful' - GM

WorkSafe investigation under way after woman badly hurt while cleaning.

‘Serious shake-up’ of local government that could end regional councils as we know them

Christopher Luxon says too many layers of government are slowing progress.