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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.

Mount businesses join forces with new loyalty app

Users can earn points and score rewards when the Oasis app launches on November 30.

Sunair back flying, not happy at being grounded for almost 5 months

Airline says it was a 'dreadful' experience, but CAA says safety is crucial.

Pāpāmoa's Pacific Lakes retirement village opens new $40m community centre

Three hundred residents get new amenities at their village: a new central hub.

How Zespri is building golden kiwifruit supply

It expects 33 million trays of kiwifruit this year from orchards across five nations.

‘They couldn’t sing’: Richard O’Brien on working with the Spice Girls

O’Brien played a photographer alongside the band in "Spice World" in 1997.

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.

Mazda CX-80 is the best Large SUV of 2025: DRIVEN Car Guide AA Insurance NZ Car of the Year

Celebrate Mazda's sleek 7-seater and all the other Category Winners here.

Subaru Forester is the best Family SUV of 2025: DRIVEN Car Guide AA Insurance NZ Car of the Year

Celebrate Subaru's strong new Forester and all the other Category Winners here.

Ford Ranger Super Duty first drive: more of everything

Super Duty turns the Ranger up to 11 with formidable off-road and hauling capabilities.

Kia EV3 is the best City SUV of 2025: DRIVEN Car Guide AA Insurance NZ Car of the Year

Celebrate Kia's small wonder and all the other Category Winners here.

Brad Pitt's West Auckland crib has finally sold - but who's the buyer?

Estate charmed Hollywood star while he filmed new movie.

Couple find their dream 'spaceship' home after long search

They wrote the vendors a heartfelt letter explaining why unusual house was "the one".

Apartment sells for $123,456.78 after buyer insists on lucky numbers

“He was only interested in buying it for this exact number.”

The best electric lawn mowers - the cutting-edge models to keep the grass in check

Garden experts on their favourite mowers.

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One North, one council: Farmers say unitary authority would make work tenable again

Northland’s four councils employ 1539 staff, a number farmers say is excessive.

‘He was enormous’: Humpback puts on a show off Bream Bay

Michele Adams says the display by the humpback whale was unforgettable.

McCaw Homestead opens its doors to visitors

The museum’s kitchen and laundry now open to visitors after major updates.

Farming on the frontline of climate and cyber risk

OPINION: For agribusinesses, cyber risk isn’t just about stolen data.