Manawatū were much improved but the boys from the big smoke were just too good and a familiar name was one of their best.

Review: Tough judge Jason Bonham really lets loose on three teams this week, and one of them bites back, finally.

Sean Rush wants to scrutinise the “tortured statistics, self-serving surveys, weak evidence and political ideology” behind policy decisions.

A children’s book with a sense of magic and validation of matauranga and te ao Māori truths has earned author Gavin Bishop his fifth Margaret Mahy Book of the Year award.

City planners have no vision for what the Ngamotu Beach waterfront could be, said a lawyer representing developers.

Government called on not to be swayed by fishing industry proposals to restrict – but not completely ban – bottom trawling on undersea mountains.

The 18-year-old Māori man was last seen about 2.30pm on Wednesday when he went for a kayak on the western side of the lake.

Usually there is only one option for voters who don't receive their voting papers, but this election there will be a special voting location in each geographical ward.

American duo shine for Otago Nuggets as they end Hawke's Bay Hawks' season in NBL elimination game.

A bill, which has cross-party support, seeks to increase the amount of time a person can take before seeking legal address after being sexually harassed.

More than 30 per cent of soldiers have been unhappy with their wages, according to a survey, and nearly as many were actively considering quitting.

Emergency drinking water supplies have been delivered to parts of the Waimate District as measured nitrate levels have risen past the acceptable level.

The orchestra wants to be more relevant, diverse and accessible. And under a watchful minister's eye, change is underway.

The Environment Court is likely to reserve its decision about whether a former New Plymouth mayor can forge ahead with his family's rooftop apartment plan.

REVIEW: This is a frank, often confronting, but hugely entertaining tale that takes you on a roller-coaster of emotions and leaves you completely satisfied.

The middle of a three-generation acting dynasty, she's had plenty highs and lows during a very colourful career.

Better Call Saul cast mates grabbed the actor's head and yelled at him to “stay on Earth”.

Tourism Minister's vision is for New Zealand to be in the top three aspirational destinations for the “world’s most discerning travellers".

A woman became fearful for her safety during an initially consensual sexual encounter that left her with injuries and long-term trauma, court hears.

Marcus Lush will take on Sir Tim Shadbolt and at least seven other candidates in the race for the Invercargill mayoralty role.