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'I just want to help': Former Warriors star on using Instagram to mentor youngsters

Elijah Taylor wants to use social media to inspire and help the next generation.

Scorching mid-30s temperatures forecast this week as thunderstorm threat issued

Temperatures could reach into the 30s by the end of the week for the east of New Zealand.

Air NZ sale drops flights to Australia as low as $215

The airline's sale for domestic and international flights runs until January 19.

'Like playing the All Blacks': Father and son open supermarket to take on the duopoly

The family-run store opens tomorrow and promises cheaper food and 'fairness'.

Summer pests: How to keep ants, flies and mozzies out of your home

These small changes can make a big difference.

The Kiwi mum building a life in sport – on the field and behind the TV camera

Placid first tried fistball in 2022 and quickly played at World Games level.

‘Cautiously optimistic’: Property prices tipped to increase 5% in 2026

Prices are still 17.6% below the early 2022 peak, with Auckland notably weak.

Terminal lies: Inside ‘dying’ mum Nicola Flint’s elaborate, years-long alleged cancer con

Christchurch police allege Flint faked stage four cancer and forged specialist letters.

'Blade or bayonet': FBI tip helps NZ Police foil mass stabbing by 21-year-old

The young extremist was raided just before executing his plan for a mass stabbing attack.

How do architects design homes when they are for themselves?

Could architects say they are the 'perfect client' when they design their own new homes?

Liam Dann: This isn't a housing market meltdown, it's a full-blown crash

OPINION: The sugar rush of rising property prices went on too long. Now we're going cold.

Police probe early morning Christchurch fire as man faces arson charge

Officers were called to the incident on Worcester St about 5.10am today.

From Christchurch to Carnegie Hall: The Kiwi voice behind the King’s Singers’ enduring legacy

Chris Bruerton became the first non-UK member in the group’s 50-year history.

Multimillionaire insights on how to make money: The advice most won’t want to hear

Christchurch car yard supremo Paul Kelly sits down with Mike Thorpe.

NZ's Best Beach 2026: Help choose the 2026 winners, from hidden gems to city sands

The search for the country's best beach returns and we need your help.

Severe thunderstorm warnings lifted for Auckland and Northland, weather watches remain

Heavy rain could bring flash flooding and treacherous driving today.