Cause for shell-ebration: Tortoise oracle forecasts summer scorcher

The owner of the Rotorua reptile reckons she is 'better than MetService'.

'Truly iconic' Rotorua business wins NZ tourism's highest accolade

Judges said Te Puia created an experience that will 'stand the test of time'.

Jiu-jitsu team’s Japan debut ends with 30 medals, five world titles

The trip was made possible by strong community support.

Local art awards return with record $18k prize pool

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

'Truly iconic' Rotorua business wins NZ tourism's highest accolade

Judges said Te Puia created an experience that will 'stand the test of time'.

Opinion: Why cracks in US credit markets matter for investors

Some company bonds have plunged 60% almost overnight.

Whakatāne Mayor backs Air NZ's call for state subsidies on regional flights

The head of Air NZ supports short-term help from the Govt in times of economic weakness.

'Let's wait and see': Mayor urges calm over Starbucks, Burger King plans for small town

In public feedback, 104 opposed the plan and 39 submissions were in support.

Shirts off: Iconic Auckland FC kit donated to city's museum

Nando Pijnaker's game-worn shirt from their opening two home games has been donated.

Jiu-jitsu team’s Japan debut ends with 30 medals, five world titles

The trip was made possible by strong community support.

'I couldn’t stop smiling': Nicol, Gray take MTB marathon titles

Coen Nicol broke clear at the 50km mark to claim the men’s 100km title.

Golf legend’s feat may beat world record after shooting his age 1569 times

Is Rotorua golfer, the late Don Boone, a record holder?

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

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

‘Year of the collaboration’: 15 artists unite for milestone Graffiato festival

Graffiato was founded in 2011 to tackle tagging and has now produced more than 85 murals.

NZ luxury lodge named as one of the world's top hotels in prestigious global awards

The lodge has previoulsy hosted Queen Elizabeth II and celebrities including Mick Jagger.

'Better animal all round': New dairy-beef breed raised in Taupō

About 350 Synergizer calves have been born on a Pāmu farm near Taupō.

Toyota’s new ‘five brand’ strategy: different strokes (and batteries) for different folks

Different brands will serve "distinct customer needs". But what are they?

Audi A6 Avant e-tron launched in NZ: would you like a $10k coffee table with that?

Collaboration with Tim Webber has resulted in three A6-inspired pieces of furniture.

Leapmotor plans high-performance hatchback and SUV models: it’s adding ‘extra vitamins’

Super-fast SUV and wild hot hatch are leading the Leapmotor go-fast charge.

Toyota GR Corolla automatic full review: 8 is enough

Do people who buy cars like this really want two-pedal driving? Well, yes they do.

Couple finally sell historic churches after Commerce Commission drama and budget blowout

They spent millions turning near-derelict buildings into luxury homes.

New contender for NZ's most expensive suburb - Herne Bay loses top spot, but for how long?

New OneRoof figures also show heat in the South Island.

NZ’s most photographed home for sale for first time in almost 30 years

Cottage can be seen in countless postcards showing off the Kelburn cable car.

'It's like buying a work of art': Rare Claude Megson home for sale

Norris House in Remuera is probably one of his best designs.

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Glenn Dwight: The great cushion climb - one man’s quest for his actual pillow

OPINION: Why are we buying things for a room in which we spend most of the time asleep?

Garden art doesn't have to cost the earth: Kem Ormond

OPINION: Art in the garden offers a chance to express your style and creativity.

NorthTec cuts 58 roles in restructure to stay financially viable

‘You’re going to lose the heart of NorthTec’: Staff fear support stripped back.

'Neighbours thought I was a bit abnormal': Farmer's planting idea pays off

Snow Chubb started planting trees for his cows 30 years ago, 'it was just common sense'.