New cafe owner gives back to community on day two of the job

Customers can swap a can or food donation for a free coffee on Wednesday morning.

Rotorua gains $4.5m boost for international tourism drive

The funds come from round two of the Government’s $70m Major Events and Tourism package.

How a community kept Mitai Māori Village open after a devastating blaze

Thirteen hours after the blaze, the village reopened to visitors.

Mountain biking 'horror stories' inspire teen inventor's winning prototype

Mountain biking was the leading cause of sports-related spinal injuries last year.

How a community kept Mitai Māori Village open after a devastating blaze

Thirteen hours after the blaze, the village reopened to visitors.

Comvita takeover bid looks set to fail ahead of key shareholder meeting

Proxies representing 80.3% of Comvita shares are already lodged.

Mark Lister: Labour’s targeted CGT could prove a politically smart move

OPINION: A poll earlier this year showed 43% backed some form of capital gains tax.

'Worst-kept secret': Two new mall tenants revealed as supermarket opens

Together the three stores are expected to create 200 jobs.

Positive updates as injured jockey brought out of induced coma

Bailey Rogerson was injured in a race fall at Arawa Park in Rotorua on Sunday.

Team Cricket unveil Jesse Ryder for T20 Black Clash 2026

One of the most talented players to ever wear the black cap has signed on for next year.

Jockey from famous family in induced coma after race fall

Bailey Rogerson has been placed in an induced coma after a fall during a race at Rotorua.

Hayden Wilde slams Dubai T100 officials after extra bike lap costs result

Wilde rode an extra 8km after missing the bike exit in the Dubai heat.

How NZ TikTok content creator Raukura Huata is reframing ‘traditional’ kai Māori

Her posts are a mix of politics and moments of joy, one shared meal at a time.

Legend of the Peaks

The event, which begins this Friday, is expected to attract more than 3000 runners and walkers across six different distances. Video / Legend of the Peaks

‘I’ve realised it all goes away': Temuera Morrison embraces his roots in new series

The Kiwi star on Hollywood, coming home and the struggle to play himself on screen.

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

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

Ram 1500 Rebel Hurricane quick review: it wants to be your plaything

The Ram is usually all about serious work stuff. But not this one.

Ford Ranger Super Duty testing: fill ‘er up... with water

Super Duty payload was tested in the real-world with 1000 litres of water on board.

Dealer Profile: Mercedes-Benz North Shore

One moment you're at the beach, next in NZ's largest AMG Perofrmance Centre.

Fiat Scudo first drive: the value of a van

Even if you've never heard of it, the Scudo probably looks very familiar.

Hollywood stars hot for Waiheke's 'Cold War bolthole' and the NDAs are flying

Agent expects unique estate to break island sales records.

The best cordless stick vacuum cleaners - what the experts use to keep homes clean

OneRoof's new guide for consumers trying to get the best products for their home.

Tony Alexander: Three forces shaping the housing market’s next move

Is the stage being set for a rebound?

Iconic pub set to re-open after owner abandons sale - 'it just didn’t feel right'

$700,000 price drop was not enough to reel in a buyer.

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Minister ‘bending over backwards’ for pork industry with reform timeframe – Greens

The minister says a 10-year span for changing mating practices is realistic for farmers.

Preserving NZ's railcar history in Pahiatua

Volunteers at Pahiatua Railcar Society spend Sundays restoring New Zealand icons.

Special hub on farmer health at East Coast Expo

The hub at the February event will outreach teams, body and mind fitness gurus and more.

‘My babies were my absolute world’: Mother of children killed in Sanson fire speaks of her devastation

Chelsey Field lost her three children, pet dog and a stillborn baby's ashes.