southern Hemisphere

The Longest day of the year arrives,Southern Hemisphere’s Summer solstice

December 21 marked the Southern Hemisphere’s Summer solstice. It was the year’s shortest day, with…
New Record

New Zealand openers deliver a Test performance for the record books

At Mount Maunganui, Tom Latham and Devon Conway did something no opening pair had managed…
Heavy rain - Auckland

Heavy Showers Expected for Auckland Commute

Rain Band Moving Across Region A band of rain is pushing into the Auckland area…
Light Earthquake

Light Earthquake Recorded Near Hawke’s Bay

Early-Morning Tremor Logged A light earthquake struck parts of New Zealand early on Sunday, 14…
Antivirus for Kiwi computers

Malware alert: Tens of thousands of Kiwi devices hit by Lumma Stealer

Cyber agency warns thousands after major malware infection The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) has…

Kiwi captures Northern Lights Christchurch

Kiwis shine on the world stage with award-winning aurora photography New Zealand photographers have once…
Westpac

Westpac hikes mortgage rates as Luxon and Willis respond

Borrowers face higher repayments Westpac has increased its mortgage rates, affecting both new and existing…
North island - Heavy rain

Heavy rain and thunderstorms close in on the North Island

Rain clouds gather from Northland to central regions The North Island is in for another…
Campervan flips - Tornado

Tornado flips caravan at Dudding Lake in Manawatū

Sudden storm hits popular lakeside campground A fast-moving tornado tore through the Dudding Lake motor…
Aush beat NZ

Australia edges New Zealand in tight FIBA Qualifier finish

Australia secured a 79–77 win in Wellington to complete a two-game sweep against New Zealand…
IKEA - grand opening in NZ

Auckland welcomes IKEA with first store opening at Sylvia Park

A first look inside New Zealand’s first IKEA store After years of anticipation, IKEA will…
Chirstman gift - womens refuges

Gisborne store collects gifts for Women’s Refuge

Community Donation Drive Begins in Gisborne Gisborne locals have a chance to lend a hand…