Moko Tepania - who was "blown away" and hoped just to be nominated - will receive his award in Belfast, Ireland this evening.

Marine life impact after Cyclone Gabrielle

Forget the election - in one corner of the Far North, the only contest that matters is the one to decide which town will be judged the most beautiful in Aotearoa.

Luxury real estate agents in New Zealand have noted a surge in interest from foreign billionaires, especially from the tech and construction sectors. This comes in anticipation of a potential policy change if the National-led government takes office next month. Caleb Paterson, a real-estate agent who collaborates with agents and wealthy individuals primarily from the […]

Fletcher Living remains New Zealand’s leading builder by value, with projects worth $2.35 billion either ongoing or planned, as reported by construction research firm Pacifecon. The company is the residential arm of Fletcher Building, the nation’s largest construction and building materials company.Following behind are retirement village operators Summerset Group and Ryman Healthcare, valued at $1.5b […]

Auckland’s Takapuna may see the rise of a new 350-apartment development focused on long-term renters. This ‘build-to-rent’ project offers tenancies up to 10 years, aiming to give renters stability. The 2875m^2 site on Auburn Street could be the first major Build-to-Rent development in the North Shore. Instead of selling to individual landlords, these apartments are […]

A recent report reveals that one in three New Zealanders believe their wellbeing is at its lowest level. The Lululemon Global Wellbeing report, conducted between 1 May and 5 June 2023, indicates that New Zealand’s wellbeing score is below the global average. Some key findings include: 65% of Kiwi participants view wellbeing as their primary […]

New Zealand is the 10th “happiest” country globally, according to the annual World Happiness Report by the UN. This ranking makes it one of the few non-European nations in the top 20. Finland leads the list for the sixth consecutive year, followed by Denmark and Iceland. The report uses data from the Gallup World Poll […]

New Zealand is predicted to experience its hottest summer due to the El Niño climate pattern, warns Niwa meteorologist Tristan Meyers. This strong El Niño, the most powerful in 80 years, means higher temperatures in the region. Fire Concerns The extreme heat brings an elevated risk of wildfires. Fire services anticipate a challenging season, potentially […]

Photo: Pupils from Te Kura o Manunui school, Brookfield with their art pieces and John Hodgson of the Friendship Society. Credit: Brydie Thompson. Brookfield’s Te Kura o Manunui pupils have been diving deep into Chinese culture. Students like Devon, Ryley, Caleb, and Chanel have discovered that colours, especially red, have special meanings in China. They’ve […]