Tradie's remarkable revival of long-lost NZ clothing brand from his backyard shed

Nikolai Solakof had never sewn before reviving Oscar Eide from his shed.

Rangitīkei fencer regains Golden Pliers title

The 49-year-old had to miss four years of action following a shoulder injury in 2017.

Upokongaro: Where herons roost and gin wins gold

“Orchard Gin” is crafted with pear, kawakawa, and a hint of nutmeg.

Shed emerges as winner at architecture awards

'The jury understood that it’s not only about the building, it’s a vessel for teaching.'

'Time to lead': Airline founder hands over to son after 40 years

Craig Emeny founded Air Chathams in 1984, alongside his wife Marion.

Property Insider: Foodstuffs' $380m expansion with new Pak'nSave sites in the works

The biggest is a new application for a $100m Pak'nSave on reclaimed land in Takapuna.

All rentals must meet five Healthy Homes standards by July 1

Heating, insulation, ventilation, moisture and draught-stopping standards all coming in.

Sarjeant Gallery visitor numbers revealed

Of the 83,000 visitors, 60% are expected to be from outside Whanganui.

Gareth Carter: Growing potatoes in Whanganui

COMMENT: Get started early to make the most of growing season.

Gardening: Pruning deciduous fruit trees and roses

July is ideal for winter pruning to maximise fruit production.

Gareth Carter: My favourite flowering plants for winter cheer

Comment: Daphne Perfume Princess boasts the largest flowers and longest blooming period.

Gareth Carter: Plants to attract birds

Comment: There are food sources that have a stronger attraction for certain birds.

Malachi Subecz's mother cries in court

Du Val investor case struck out and Chinese pet food giant scoping NZ factory

Locals fed up with 'plague of hoons' in Tauranga and Rotorua

Former All Black Ian Jones weighs in on the weekend's win

Why homeowners are having to wait for another OCR cut

The five things you need to know about the housing market this week.

Builder's glam villa sells for $5m - almost $2m over CV

Two bidders went head to head for the grammar zone property.

Out-of-town buyers hot for deceased estate with $235,000 price tag

Investors flocking to West Coast for cheap homes.

99% of people couldn't afford this: Massive South Island stations aim for $140m

14,600-hectare property in Otago attracting local and international interest.

Ford Supertruck fastest up Goodwood Festival of Speed hillclimb: so a ute has beaten a van

Romain Dumas is once again fastest up the famous hill.

Hyundai Ioniq 6 N debuts at Goodwood with 478kW jolt of track-ready drama

Ioniq 6 N is gunning for the title of ultimate EV all-rounder.

Goodwood Festival of Speed: see the 15 most important new vehicles on track

Is Goodwood now the 'greatest motor show on Earth'? Might just be.

Toyota’s new hydrogen rally car howls like a hero, pollutes like a saint

The promising new concept was unveiled at the start of Rally Finland.

City to Farm - how leftovers are giving back to the land

Classrooms, care homes, cafes and countryside collaboration turning waste into a resource.

The Country: Tasman farmer on flooding aftermath

Kevin Freeman, Derek Daniell, Andrew Hoggard, Grant McCallum, and Phil Duncan.

Small Kiwi distillery outshines rap legend Snoop Dogg in world gin awards

The competition attracted more than 1300 entries from 47 countries.

Go fishing with Scott Barrett and Kaiwaka Clothing

You and a mate could be part of a fishing trip with Kaiwaka Ambassador, Scott Barrett.

Strong winds bring weather warning and watches

South Taranaki has an orange strong wind warning with gusts set to reach 120km/h.

'Values-led' construction company takes top prize at Māori Business Awards

Grounded Company is not just a civil construction company, it’s also a social enterprise.

Whanganui missing child safe and well

Four-year-old Harlem, who had been missing since about 9am, was found early afternoon.

Waitotara Valley cut off as heavy rain breaches riverbanks

Ngamatapōuri is cut off, accessible only to four-wheel-drive vehicles.