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Supercars set to drive millions into Taupō economy
Hotels are fully booked and nearly 66,000 supercar fans are expected in Taupō over the weekend.
New Zealand plant-based meat company Sunfed to shut
Investors pulling out, supply chain disruptions and soaring costs have left it "battered and bruised", its boss says.
Te Whatu Ora denies union claim over security guards during ED machete attack
Doctors say violence in hospitals is increasing after a brutal attack in Wairarapa Hospital over the weekend. Audio
Police reach end of pay negotiations, new offer on table
Members will now decide on the offer.
Hospitality woes: 'A lot of us feel like we're in mud'
Higher costs and cash-strapped consumers are leaving those in the hospitality industry in serious trouble. Audio
Mystery still lingers over fatal Trades Hall bombing
It is 40 years today since the caretaker of a building in Wellington was killed by a bomb in a suitcase. No one has ever been charged. Audio
Person comes forward after siblings hospitalised with severe injuries
A member of the public has provided information to police in a case the mayor has dubbed "absolutely horrific".
Travel delays, cancellations and insurance: What you need to know
Easter is just around the corner and many of us will be looking forward to a nice holiday with a side of chocolate. But what are your rights when your travel plans fly out the window?
Number of reported scams drops, but 'underreporting is still happening'
The number of scams reported in the final quarter of 2023 dropped by 24 percent, but New Zealanders are being warned that it should not be taken as a sign that scammers are giving up.
Kiwi brothers arrested in Thailand face lengthy court process
Two men accused of attacking a policeman are unlikely to be sent home any time soon, a lawyer says.
Overheating townhouses: 'I did not anticipate spending thousands more'
One owner says her new million-dollar home's bedroom has reached up to 30 degrees at 9pm.
Woman says she was held down by four security guards at P!nk concert
Rachel MacGregor was taken to hospital after she was allegedly assaulted by security following P!nk's Saturday night concert.
'We're calling on NIWA to end that gender pay gap' - union staff protest
NIWA's union staff are protesting a gender pay gap and what they say is the unfair treatment of union members.
'Every dollar counts': Homeowners nervous as interest decision looms
Mortgage holders continue to watch interest rates with trepidation, as cost of living pressures further squeeze them.
Work visa review: Policy issues still need to be dealt with, say critics
Immigration New Zealand is ignoring concerns that its work visa scheme was allowing migrants to buy jobs and be exploited, critics say. Audio
Happy Feet: Wellington Airport penguin released into the wild
A little blue penguin that made headlines around the world after stopping flights at Wellington Airport has been released back into the wild.
Wairarapa commuters had 'absolute guts full' after ongoing train delays
Passengers and councils in the Wairarapa are outraged by a KiwiRail debacle that has left them with a worse train line than they had.
Fine dining Māori restaurant to close its doors
Wellington's Hiakai will be closing its doors in March, but the owners say the business is "evolving, not coming to an end". Audio
Scooters, motorbikes may face parking charges in Wellington
Motorcycle and motor scooter riders in Wellington are being revved up by a proposal to introduce paid parking.
Human remains found in Porirua still unidentified
Police are back at the scene where human remains were found in Porirua, as they continue to work to identify the dead person.
Concern over police plans to pull back from family harm callouts
Advocates say police's intentions to withdraw from family harm callouts will only cause more harm.
Increase in dog owners obeying bylaws at Auckland's West Coast beaches
An animal control officer in Auckland says compliance from dog owners has gone up on West Coast beaches over the summer.
Police still working to identify human remains found in Porirua
Whitireia Park, where the human remains were found, remain open to the public.
Complaints as dog owners ignore summer beach bans
On many beaches in Wellington, Porirua and Hutt City, dogs are banned from beaches during the day.
OT doesn't know if kids in care are getting health check-ups - report
The agency has not yet implemented basic health requirements for children in its care.