New Zealand Newspapers

‘Prolific’ dealer ran drug window from CBD shop

A“prolific” drug dealer peddling thousands of dollars of methamphetamine and liquid ecstasy from his central Rotorua shop boasted he was the “best at this” in town. Now Jeremy David Jones, 48, is behind bars awaiting sentencing after admitting in the...

A multimillion-dollar risk

Wairarapa risks a potential future deficit worth millions of dollars if the regional council funding model changes. The latest numbers from Greater Wellington Regional Council (GWRC) show its net expenditure in Wairarapa this year would be $33.4...

Road changes ‘ridiculous’

Changes to a busy road in Hillcrest are being reviewed before they’re even finished after they “horrified” residents and shop owners. Local Murray Brown’s up in arms about the new layout on Cambridge Rd. Parking spaces have disappeared near Hillcrest...

Oysters arrive in Dunedin after Southlanders supplied

DUNEDIN has finally been granted access to the South’s favourite seafood delicacy, after the lion’s share were gobbled up quickly by Southland. Sunday marked the start of the Bluff oyster season, and with that came keen southerners itching to get...

Taxidermy popular – auctioneer

As a collection of taxidermy and other curiosities go under the hammer at a Christchurch auction house this weekend the auctioneer expects plenty of interest in what he says are ‘surprisingly popular’ items. And one of those with a keen interest, is...

Ruapuke whānau wins case

Ruapuke island group whānau have for a second time persuaded the High Court they remain entitled to customary marine title over the waters surrounding Ruapuke in Foveaux Strait. An initial court decision last August needed to be relitigated after the...

In the footsteps of murderers

Nelson’s Bridge St is a construction zone these days. But 160 years ago it was a thriving thoroughfare at the centre of one of the grisliest episodes in the fledgling settlement. Now its dark history and its changing present are coming together in a...

Homegrown gears up for Hamilton debut

The countdown to Homegrown’s first event in Hamilton is on, with less than two weeks to go. The organisers have been working hard setting up the seven stages at Claudelands Oval, with 220 truckloads of equipment having come in since the end of...

Whanganui Collegiate under investigation

One of the country’s most expensive state-integrated schools, Whanganui Collegiate, is facing an Ombudsman’s investigation, a court case and scrutiny from the Ministry of Education. The Ombudsman is investigating a complaint about the school’s fees,...

Council spending under knife

Wellington deputy mayor Ben McNulty has wielded his scalpel, and today invites Wellington to see his rates-cutting masterpiece – but dissent is already mounting, and there are fears of job cuts. In appointing McNulty as his deputy in October, newly...

‘One day my man went, and he didn’t come home’

Northlander Kerry McDonald had stood on the deck of his home, beer in hand, admiring the Bay of Islands scenery and appreciating life. He had no idea that less than two weeks later he would be dead. McDonald’s partner of 15 years, Lauren Powell,...

Motel billed $46k for water after leak

A Christchurch motel owner is reeling after receiving a $46,000 bill from the city council for excess water use. Raj Gordon, owner of Samhil Motor Lodge on Riccarton Rd, fixed his leaky pipe and provided the council with the invoice. But he says it...

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Neighbour always ready to help

Living next door to one of Palmerston North’s crash black spots, Kate and Ben Millar keep a torch, a towel, an emergency kit and hi-vis vests handy at the back door. Every four to six weeks they hear a crash at the intersection of Longburn-Rongotea Rd...

New Zealand Walk: New Plymouth’s Coastal Walk way from the port to Bell Block

The first time I set out to walk from Port Taranaki to Bell Block along the Coastal Walkway, I expected a pleasant seaside stroll. What I experienced instead was four unforgettable hours immersed in the shifting moods of the Tasman Sea, the quiet...

Interim NPDC boss imminent

An interim chief executive is expected to be named within days to take over the helm at the New Plymouth District Council. Council went behind closed doors at its extraordinary meeting yesterday to discuss the appointment of a replacement for outgoing...

‘I don't plan on sleeping’

Cancer Society stalwart Daryl Gowers is set to add another chapter to his extraordinary fundraising story. Having raised hundreds of thousands of dollars for the Gisborne East Coast branch of the Cancer Society, Gowers is to take on one of his more...

Far North resident shaken by dog attack

The district’s dog issue is set to be under the spotlight at today’s Far North District Council meeting, days after pet sheep were killed and others injured in a brutal attack on a rural Far North property. Two sheep died (one required being shot as...

JACK WHITEHALL’S SUBURBAN THRILLER

TAKARO

Price By Negotiation Step into the warmth and charm of this delightful property, where classic charm meets modern comfort with extensive renovations tastefully completed. Sundrenched living is anchored by rich timber features and a pitched ceiling....

Melting pot

Marcelo Gonzalez knows Marlborough, and Marlburians know him. As Marlborough Multicultural Centre’s sports and cultural events manager, he weaves community threads into the tapestry that is the Marlborough Multicultural Festival. The 2026 edition...

Tommy’s Market Update

“Two months in, the Wellington market is certainly stronger than it was this time last year,” says Tommy’s Real Estate agent Alexia Stoddart. Listing numbers have lifted and pre-approved buyers are active. However, with more choice available,...

A SYMPHONY OF STYLE AND SPIRIT

The Maritimo S50 Sedan Motor Yacht represents the next evolution of the brand’s commitment to design excellence, engineering precision, and an enduring connection to the sea. Every line, surface, and space has been shaped with purpose - to deliver a...

Lay down your arms:

The inaugural Carterton Peace Festival is set to bring art as a conflict resolution tool to Wairarapa. Deirdra Mcmenamin started casting people’s arms in 1994, during the last years of the Northern Ireland conflict, which was also known as The...

Boots, banter, new beginnings at Melville Rugby & Sports Club

A Hamilton rugby club is looking to start up a new team for this year’s season and has the call out for players. Melville Rugby & Sports Club last fielded an under-21 team in 2012, which made it through to the semi-finals. Since then it’s relied on...

POKÉMON LOOKALIKES!

Meet seven sea slugs with extraordinary ‘superpowers’…

THE CHIPS WILL FLY AGAIN IN 2026

There is a distinct rhythmic sound that cuts through the hum of a country show. It is the sharp crack of steel meeting timber, followed by the sight of large wood chips spinning through the air. For over a decade, that sound was missing from the...

GRANDE DAME

A pathway at the side of the house runs past one of two ornamental pear trees, Pyrus salicifolia ‘Pendula’, and a double hedge of corokia and Lonicera nitida. Two blue-grey Hosta ‘Silver Knights’ flank the path and to the right are the purple-red...

AUTUMN COLOUR

Trees, shrubs and flowers for seasonal drama

TRUE CRIME The highway from HELL

London luvvies

Rose Byrne was belle of the ball at the Bafta Awards, with partner Bobby Cannavale by her side, but she lost out on Best Actress to Hamnet’s Jessie Buckley. Meanwhile, Leonardo DiCaprio took mum Irmelin Indenbirken as his date. Aww!

WANT PROTEIN WITH THAT?

‘Protein is a girl’s best friend,” reads the caption on an Instagram post. The image shows a model posing in a bathroom wearing a black cocktail dress, martini in one hand. In the other is a large bag of Khloud Protein Popcorn. The latest commercial...

Lettuce be friends

Let tuce be friends

Mosgiel

At Elm Grove, the next generation of Kirklands are blending heritage and innovation on the 173-year-old, Taieri, low-cost dairy farm with an A2 colostrum-based skincare range designed for sensitive skin

Virgina Fallon

How I hurt my back doing absolutely nothing

SAS SOS

Six military suppressors first identified as missing from the NZSAS armoury in 2020 were not formally reviewed for five years, and no military police investigation was opened at the time. Our defence force has said it has a “high level of concern”...

HOW WE TRAVEL

Because it is important for our journalists to have first-hand experience, it can be necessary to accept assistance from travel operators. However, we never promise positive coverage in return.

‘I’M READY TO TELL MY STORY’

Life, love & the real me

A Quiet House

Irecently read about a 98-year-old mother who moved into a care home to look after her 80-yearold son, saying, “You never stop being a mum.” Continuing to care for him as she always did, checking on him daily and ensuring he felt loved and secure, it...

Pharmacist shortage causing burnout, stress

Two long-established Gisborne pharmacy owners say burnout, the current funding model and difficulty attracting qualified pharmacists to an already underserved region are major concerns. Sean Shivnan and Nigel Campbell spoke to the Gisborne Herald...

All decked out

From summer barbecues to quiet morning coffees, decks and balconies are often the heart of our home. But with harsh UV rays, coastal salt spray, and busy lives, picking the best surface that will stand the test of time is about practicality as well as...

Masterpiece of modern architecture

Welcome to a beautifully presented family home offering space, sun, and superb indoor-outdoor living. Designed for relaxed family life and effortless entertaining, the light-filled kitchen, living, and dining areas flow seamlessly to a conservatory...

A 2ful eeco oo a aueme2

Creating a home that reflects your personality doesn’t require expensive decor. ‘Art’ is all around us and with a little creativity you can turn even everyday objects into eyecatching displays. If you want to dress your walls and shelves with...

The Pinnacle at Summerset St Johns

The pinnacle of retirement living. The Pinnacle apartment is a one-of-a-kind retirement penthouse, right in the heart of the Eastern Suburbs, with commanding views over Auckland city and Rangitoto. Thoughtfully designed for those who value elegance...

Prestigious Address Primed for Revival

This outstanding three-flat property is one of the best investment opportunities we’ve seen. Perched on the sunny side of Aro Valley, with a peaceful green outlook, yet steps from the buzz of the city. Meticulously maintained and showcasing a new roof...

‘More dangerous than a firearm’

New Zealanders have been left reeling after a woman was killed by a pack of dogs in Northland, a father and son were set upon in a private home and a person’s hand was mangled in a Timaru dog attack — all in a fortnight. Four people have been killed by...

Horizons approves programme to improve Feilding’s flood resilience

Horizons Regional Council has approved upgrades to key river management infrastructure to improve Feilding’s resilience to flooding, in a collaborative effort with Manawatū District Council. At Horizons’ Integrated Catchment Committee meeting on...

Trainee gyrocopter pilot died during his maiden solo flight

A lack of training and experience have been identified as the key factors leading to the death of a Marlborough man during his maiden gyrocopter flight. Martin James Dollar Pattie, 63, was killed in a crash on October 21, 2023, at Omaka Aerodrome in...

Councillors given 57% pay rise

Western Bay of Plenty District councillors have topped a national pay rise table with a jump of almost 57% in a year. The Taxpayers’ Union describes the increase as “so far out of touch”, but the district’s mayor says the factors the change reflects...

BOOK BIND

Times change … back in the day I used to receive dozens of review books from all over the world – some of which are now highly prized and priced collectibles such as Rodolfo Mailander’s famous photographic book Ferrari by Mailander. Limited to page...

AYRBURN CLASSIC 2026

As we prepare this issue of New Zealand Classic Car for the printer, it’s a good time to reflect on what has been a year of significant changes, working with the Ayrburn Classic staff, and a lot of hard work as the 2026 event unfolds. This issue of New...

MAKAN MAKAN LET’S EAT!

COCONUT & KUMARA LAKSA, BEEF SATAY, ROTI PRATA, BUTTERED TOFU, SINGAPORE SPRING ROLLS, PORK & PRAWN SOUP, NONYA CHICKEN CURRY, HOT & SOUR FISH, YELLOW RICE WITH COCONUT & PANDAN, CHICKEN NASI LEMAK, COCONUT & PANDAN CUSTARD, NONYA PINEAPPLE TARTS

MODERN TWIST

Wildly Intentional

IN THE EARLY morning light, before the nor’wester has a chance to pick up and the heat settles into the valleys of Central Otago, Sarah Rutherford and Jen Clark are already in their gardens. Yet these are not gardens like you and I have in our...

IMPROVING PASTURE PRODUCTIVITY

A deep dive into utilising pasture well

OUR HOME MADE BETTER

For online child safety advocate Holly Brooker, finding the right home for her young family felt a little like striking gold. After renting in a seaside Auckland suburb for two years while they searched for the right house, she and husband Rico, a...

A historic lifestyle opportunity

This is not only a stunning piece of history, but what a place to live! In the heart of Maraekakaho perched just above the historic woolshed is the Gardeners Cottage from Maraekakaho Station. A lovely two bedroom cottage plus two bedrooms detached from...

WHAT RAZOR’S SACKING MEANS FOR CERTAIN SUPER RUGBY PLAYERS

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ENERGY

Our cover story this issue is on installing solar power – and how many of us have been considering that for years? The attraction of installing solar power is plain to see and there’s a lot to like about it. Harnessing energy from the mighty sun feels...

Travelling: An education for the soul

Travel is more than movement from one place to another; it is a quiet education for the soul. When we travel, we step outside the routines that shape our days and enter spaces where curiosity leads and where adventure awaits. In those moments of...

4WD and SUV buyer’s guide

The new vehicle market in New Zealand is a 4WD buyer’s paradise. Utes and SUVs are as popular here as anywhere in the world, and our new car sales have been dominated by SUVs and 4WD utes for ages. It’s widely known that Ford’s Ranger is top dog in...

FUN, FAST and FABULOUS!

Summer is the season to grow melons, pumpkins, cucumbers, zucchini and their flying saucer shaped cousins. Together, they are the cucurbit family and they're fun, fast and easy to grow from seed.

Many hands

Thousands of decisions go into making a magazine. Not just obvious ones like which topics we include, the people we speak to or the pictures we’ll use, but tiny ones too: that headline should go two clicks to the left and up one... yep, perfect. We...

Solid gold

Warm tones in a limestone spine lend this estuary-side property priceless presence.

The smart home seller’s guide:

Selling your home now means navigating A Buyers’ market. With more properties listed than there Are Active Buyers, the power shifts. Buyers can Be more selective, And homes may take longer to sell. In this climate, your choice of real estate company...

50+ HOMEGROWN RECIPES

• Vibrant salads • Outdoor cooking • Sharing plates • Dips & nibbles • Sweet treats • Cordials, mocktails & cocktails

Fonterra brands gone

Farmer shareholders have said yes to selling off iconic brands to French dairy giant.

WHAT'S INSIDE?

Rethinking the urban dream What liability law changes mean for landscapers Environmental impacts of compacted soil

Winter a strategic time to buy, sell

When the temperature drops and the days shorten, many buyers and sellers assume the property market hibernates, so they wait for spring to look or list. But for the savvy, winter offers unique opportunities for both buyers and sellers in the real...

Winter a strategic time to buy, sell

When the temperature drops and the days shorten, many buyers and sellers assume the property market hibernates, so they wait for spring to look or list. But for the savvy, winter offers unique opportunities for both buyers and sellers in the real...

Melanie Bracewell

Beyond the punchline.