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How we make it work: Moana 2 and Modern Māori Quartet’s Awhimai Fraser and James Tito balance acting and love

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Balancing the Spotlight and the Home: The Future of Creative Partnerships For high-profile artists, the traditional concept of a “9-to-5” balance is a myth. In the world of professional performing arts, where careers are built on shifting contracts, rehearsals, and touring schedules, a new trend is emerging: fluid work-life integration. View this post on Instagram … Read more

If Nats don’t switch leaders, they face a spanking – Heather du Plessis-Allan

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National Party MPs are currently weighing a high-stakes decision regarding the leadership of Christopher Luxon. The party faces a critical choice between maintaining the status quo or risking a leadership change to avoid a potential electoral defeat. The Pressure for Leadership Change Current polling and a series of embarrassing media interviews have left many backbenchers … Read more

Fuel costs: Rotorua councils ‘prepared’ to respond to crisis

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Rotorua and Beyond: How Fuel Concerns are Accelerating Local Resilience Rising fuel costs are impacting households and prompting local councils, like Rotorua Lakes Council, to proactively address potential disruptions to essential services. The situation, highlighted in recent council meetings, underscores a growing need for communities to bolster self-sufficiency and explore sustainable alternatives. The Current Landscape: … Read more

Mother and schoolgirl badly injured after car smashes into Forrest Hill cafe on Auckland’s North Shore

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A single-vehicle crash occurred on William Souter St in Forrest Hill just before 9am today, sending two people to Auckland City Hospital in critical and moderate conditions, respectively. A third person was treated at the scene for moderate injuries but declined further medical attention. Neighbour woken by ’boom’ Witnesses described a dramatic scene, with one … Read more

Cleo Smith’s parents sell Australian home years after kidnapping ordeal

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The Lingering Shadows of Cleo Smith: Child Abduction, Investigation, and the Future of Family Safety The abduction of four-year-ancient Cleo Smith from a remote campsite in Western Australia in October 2021 captivated the world. The case, marked by an extensive search and ultimately a shocking discovery, highlighted vulnerabilities in family safety and the evolving techniques … Read more

West Coast Lotto ticket holders discover they are unclaimed $5.08m winner

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West Coast Couple’s $5 Million Lotto Win: A Reminder of New Zealand’s Lottery Culture A West Coast couple recently experienced a life-altering moment when they discovered they’d won $5.08 million in the Lotto Powerball draw held on February 14th. The win, claimed at New World Greymouth, highlights the enduring appeal of lotteries in New Zealand … Read more

Small business stress: Nearly half of owners say they have considered giving up, Xero report finds

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The Hidden Costs of Entrepreneurship: Why Small Business Stress is Rising The life of a small business owner is often romanticized, but a new report from Xero reveals a stark reality: a significant rise in stress levels. A concerning 75% of New Zealand small business owners surveyed reported feeling more stressed this financial year than … Read more

Treasury CEO Iain Rennie warns NZ is losing too many of its best and brightest, as the country’s top firms aren’t attracting talent

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New Zealand’s Shifting Demographics: A Looming Talent Crisis? New Zealand experienced a net loss of 40,030 citizens in 2025, according to Stats NZ estimates. This outflow, whereas similar to periods following the Global Financial Crisis, isn’t as severe as the departures seen in 2011-12, which coincided with the Canterbury earthquakes and a strong Australian economy. … Read more

Two students from different Auckland schools struck by cars on their way to class; both in Starship Hospital

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An intermediate-aged student is recovering in Starship Hospital after being struck by a vehicle on Tuesday morning. The incident occurred at approximately 8:15 a.m. On Whangaparāoa Road, as the student was walking to school. Details of the Incident Whangaparāoa College Principal Steve McCracken confirmed the student was transported to Starship Hospital by ambulance, accompanied by … Read more

Shipwrecked Festival traffic chaos: Te Arai locals slam rural road safety

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Attendees at the Shipwrecked Festival in Te Ārai faced significant traffic delays over the weekend, with some motorists reportedly stuck for up to four hours in the heat. The festival, which began on Friday and is scheduled to conclude Sunday evening, saw large numbers of people arriving simultaneously, particularly after opening for the first time … Read more

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