OlympicsAussie gymnast switches allegiance to represent NZ at Paris OlympicsThe artistic gymnast has switched national allegiance as her mother is a New Zealander.09 May 02:00 AM
Travel newsRough Guides' readers pick world's most beautiful countries – does NZ even rank?Discover where your favourite destinations sit among the 20 top-ranked nations.08 May 03:15 AM
OlympicsStairmand, Vette named as Kiwi surfing pair for Paris OlympicsThe duo will travel to France for their second and first Games respectively.06 May 10:17 PM
OlympicsShe's overcome heartbreak. Now she's tackling one of the world's 'most dangerous' wavesGisborne's Olympic surfer Saffi Vette opens up on life's hard lessons and goals.03 May 05:00 PM
TravelScandalous! Paris waiters accused of double dipping tips in run-up to OlympicsLocals have accused waiters of scamming cafe goers, who aren’t aware of gratuity laws.02 May 10:15 PM
New ZealandOuwehand to become an OlympianOuwehand is one of six athletes who will make their Olympic debuts in Paris.01 May 01:28 AM
TravelLatest deals to make your travel dreams reality - the Grand Canyon, Japan's ski fields and beyondEscape New Zealand's long winter with these hot deals.30 Apr 12:00 AM
OlympicsWorld champions Lewis Clareburt, Erika Fairweather lead swimming contingentNine swimmers will head to Paris for this year’s Games.29 Apr 11:30 PM
Paralympics'New chapter in my life': Dame Sophie Pascoe withdraws from Paris GamesNew Zealand's most decorated Olympian will not be heading to France.29 Apr 04:33 AM
OlympicsKiwi hopeful waiting on Olympic qualification after shattering NZ recordHazel Ouwenhand bettered the 100m butterfly record at Olympic trials.29 Apr 04:00 AM
OlympicsKiwi Kerr fires Olympics warning, defeats Tokyo gold medallist before ParisThe 27-year-old has already won the world indoor title this year.27 Apr 09:02 PM
OlympicsStar-studded athletics team named for Paris 2024 OlympicsFormer medallists and World Indoor champions bolster Kiwi Olympic hopes.18 Apr 10:50 PM
KahuKingi Tuheitia blesses New Zealand's Olympic kōrowaiThe official kākahu for the opening ceremony is handed over.16 Apr 06:36 PM
PremiumPremiumOlympics'Sexualised': Nike's Olympics uniforms leave women cold. LiterallyNew York Times: 'I hope USATF is paying for the bikini waxes,' wrote one commenter.15 Apr 01:03 AM
WorldFrance ‘hiding poverty’ in ‘social cleansing’ for OlympicsAuthorities accused of sending homeless families more than 400km away.11 Apr 08:49 PM
TravelFrance is going to be heaving this summer - sidestep the crowds by hitting the waterWhen Olympic-sized crowds become too much, look for water.11 Apr 07:00 PM
Olympics'Hardest time in my life': Kiwi taekwondo champ denied Olympic chanceEisa Mozhdeh's Olympic dream has been squashed by conflicting messages.11 Apr 05:00 AM
LifestyleIt's called a crookie and it has TikTokers flocking to ParisCrookie monster: 'It’s totally insane.'10 Apr 03:41 AM
ParalympicsKiwi Paralympic champion retires on eve of GamesLisa Adams has decided to call it a day ahead of the Paris Paralympics.09 Apr 12:19 AM
Football World CupWaikato referee selected for Paris Olympics match officials teamIt will be the Hamiltonian's third global tournament.07 Apr 11:47 PM
TravelFive bizarre French laws that could trip up Paris touristsTourists are unlikely to be naming pigs, but should consider swim togs carefully.25 Mar 11:00 PM
TravelOn your marks, Garcons, go! Paris holds world's fastest waiter race in Olympic run upCompetitors have a big job ahead: Taking the food orders of millions of Olympic guests.25 Mar 12:20 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldIn Paris, the Olympics clean up their actNew York Times: Organisers of the Games promise to slash greenhouse gas emissions.22 Mar 05:00 AM
TravelParis could be heading for an Olympic-sized disasterGames in trouble? Rats, bed bugs, blockaded roads, a transport system on the brink.09 Mar 11:00 PM
Travel'€400 taken in broad daylight': Kiwi falls victim to Paris clipboard scamIn the run up to the Olympic Games Paris' pickpockets are more brazen than ever.06 Mar 11:00 PM
TravelThe best weekend trips from Paris in under two hoursThere are so many French delights just a stone’s throw from the French capital.06 Mar 06:00 PM
TravelWhy Eiffel Tower tourists were turned away on MondayVisitors to the Eiffel Tower were turned away on Monday.19 Feb 06:23 PM
AthleticsOlympic Games still in sights: Sprinter Georgia Hulls makes dash for ParisThe Hawke's Bay sprinter's goal is 22.57s for 200 metres.14 Feb 01:18 AM
TravelInside Paris’ $300m destination proposal businessAround 36,000 tourists visit Paris every year, hoping to hear one word... 'YES'.14 Feb 12:00 AM
TravelParisians plan to flee city during Olympics over fears of chaosParis' chief of police and Games organisers suggest residents are overreacting.11 Feb 09:21 PM
OlympicsFootball Ferns win Olympic qualifying opener in SamoaThe Football Ferns seemed to feel the island heat.07 Feb 03:37 AM
WorldParis knife attacker stabs three people in train stationParis police said officers quickly detained the attacker who used a sharp weapon.04 Feb 02:37 AM
TravelCalling all penny-pinchers: You can easily be bougie on a budget in ParisAn authentic experience in the French capital needn't cost a fortune.02 Feb 09:00 PM
WorldWatch: Climate protesters hurl soup at the Mona LisaActivists in shirts launch into a speech about sustainable agriculture, food supply chain.28 Jan 05:25 PM
