'Bledisloe Cup of tap water': NZ's best local drop named ahead of transtasman duel

The Kiwi champ was edged out by Katherine's water plant in the transtasman taste test.

On The Up: Sweet and really smooth – judges hunt for best-tasting tap water

The winner will claim a year of bragging rights and a transtasman showdown.

On The Up: Italian scout slides into Kiwi artist's DMs with surprise invite

The 'originality' of his 'tragic' Marilyn Monroe interpretation caught their attention.

Rotorua’s best dairy marks win by giving away hundreds of pies

They will be giving away Maketū Pies with any purchase today to celebrate.

Small Business: From childcare to gin – what led to the creation of an award-winning distillery

George White and Stephanie Downer talk to Tom Raynel about Clarity Distilling Company.

Mark Lister: How an early OCR hike could hit markets, mortgages and confidence

Markets see a 0.25% OCR hike in July as almost certain.

From bank teller to top Ayrshire herd: Farmer’s quest for the perfect cow

Bryan Hayward now milks up to 240 cows across 85 hectares in Putaruru.

Barber fined $48k over Covid rules shifts business from CBD

Downturn of business, gang tension and homeless among reasons for move.

Cowbell 'ban', horses and big names: Tensions rise before Chiefs-Crusaders clash

The Chiefs will play the Crusaders on Friday at the One NZ Stadium in Christchurch.

'Hot on my heels': Voss edges Moody as marathon records tumble in Napier

Michael Voss won in 2h 19m 52s, slashing over four minutes off his 2022 mark.

The ultimate Chief: Liam Messam reflects on 20 years with the club

The 42-year-old former captain now mentors players as an athlete development coach.

Watch: 'One team, one dream': Raukura world champs given heroes' welcome home

It is the school’s third Sanix World Youth title after wins in 2003 and 2004.

On The Up: Italian scout slides into Kiwi artist's DMs with surprise invite

The 'originality' of his 'tragic' Marilyn Monroe interpretation caught their attention.

Pulitzer Prize-winning author headlines winter library series line-up

Louise Erdrich is one of nine authors featured in winter events at Rotorua Library.

The Rookie stars’ unexpected Rotorua visit leaves staff 'giddy'

Employee kept her cool - then ran to grab her co-worker.

Rural retreats chase booming wellness tourism dollar in Bay

More tourists are seeking unplugged, nature-based getaways.

The BAIC B30 is a Chinese SUV with a real point of difference for Kiwi buyers

Review: the B30 goes big on retro style and big on hybrid, not plug-in, technology.

How to save fuel when driving uphill without annoying everyone behind you

Don't crawl up hills trying to minimise fuel use: plan ahead instead!

One-of-one Ferrari roadster celebrates mid-mounted V8 heritage

Based on the V8-powered F8 Spider, the Ferrari HC25 is a true one-off.

Global EV slowdown spurs hybrid push for Kia’s small SUV

The new Kia Seltos gets a frugal new powertrain thanks to a spike in hybrid interest.

Queenstown 'madness': Homes so unaffordable people are hot-bedding, living in garages

High rents and high prices take a toll on ordinary workers in NZ's wealthiest district.

Mortgagee auction: Luxury estate linked to ex-Black Cap Adam Parore passes in after $4.2m bid

The six-bedroom trophy home was the home of Parore's ex-wife.

Tony Alexander: This is not the GFC all over again - four reasons we will get that upturn

Why the Iran war may only delay the recovery, not cancel it.

Mortgage fear: Rising fuel prices 'making people think twice about more debt'

New home loan applications fall as nervous buyers hold fire.

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Rockit man? Kiwi company taps Chinese mega-star to push its miniature apples

Wang Yibo will front a multi-channel campaign for NZ-grown apples.

The Country: Christopher Luxon on public service cuts

On today: Christopher Luxon, Andrew Murray, Vitor Cacula Pistoia and Rowena Duncum.

'Bit of a relief': Exporter hails prospect EU may exclude leather from deforestation rules

The proposed exclusion is welcome for the leather maker but opponents say it's 'nonsense'.

'Permanent liability': Farmers blast Great Taste Trail route plan

The possibility of a cycle path cutting through working farms has raised alarm.