New Zealand Newspapers

TikTok video tips off search for boat

Word of a TikTok livestream being filmed by a group of washedup boaties miraculously made its way to Hawke’s Bay Coastguard, sparking a search mission. Coastguard skipper Henry van Tuel was told about the video on Sunday about 3.51pm. This was the...

More than one trick

Best known for their performances in the diverse fantasy worlds of Westeros and The White Lotus, Emilia Clarke and Haley Lu Richardson have combined for a project set somewhere far less glamorous or dragon-filled. Yes, mid-1970s Moscow (replicated in...

‘They will lose money'

A developer expects Kāinga Ora will lose money selling the 95-hectare site in Tauranga it bought for $70.4 million in 2021. Kāinga Ora is making arrangements to sell the former Ferncliffe Farm in Tauriko West after scrapping its plan to build 1000...

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‘A river was flowing across the road’

Gisborne man Joss Ruifrok and daughters Tui and Indigo Ruifrok worked together to make the most of a bad situation at Manganuku campsite in the Waioweka Gorge when heavy rain caused slips and road closures resulting in around 40 people being evacuated...

Destination park changes hands

Over the course of 34 years, a former quarry has been transformed into a place of recreation and inspiration and become a Waikato visitor attraction. John and Dorothy Wakeling created the Sculpture Park at Waitakaruru Arboretum in the 17.5ha...

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Summer hits the sweet spot

Anew dessert shop in the CBD has served “thousands” of customers in its first days of opening amid a busy summer holiday season in Rotorua. Juice Up Rotorua franchise coowner Vrushank Shah said it opened on January 7 on Tūtānekai St and had been “very...

Northland braces for more wet weather

Northland is bracing for more severe weather this week as more rain is expected, along with strong winds which could reach gale force. This as clean-ups have begun across the region following relentless downpours at the weekend. Some parts of the...

Powered by motherhood Silver strength

For new mum Kimberley Crossman, fitness is less about ‘bouncing back’ and more about building strength. For netballer Ameliaranne Ekenasio, success isn’t about winning, but showing up for people who matter.

LISA CARRINGTON

Stick with it

How to build daily habits

Into the wild

Cuts leave students ‘stranded’

Families in a coastal Manawatū village say their children will be cut off from attending secondary school when the term starts as the bus service has been slashed. At the end of last year, the Ministry of Education completed a review of secondary...

Luxon’s year?

Beach fun a tradition

Camping has been Sandra and John Gow’s summer default since they were kids. Now, it’s an intergenerational joy. Their parents each took them camping. Then, when they met and got married, they carried on the tradition. Now, they take their...

Quiz

1. The world’s biggest boy band, BTS – from South Korea – announced a global tour, following a four-year break caused by A) burnout; B) getting married and having children; C) military service; D) going to uni? 2. NZ’s highest suspension bridge,...

BACK TO SCHOOL COSTS

The real price of your child’s education

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.

Transform your home with wallpaper

Wallpaper is back, and isn’t going anywhere, transforming plain walls throughout the country into captivating focal points. No longer just a roll of repeating patterns, today’s wallpaper offers everything from immersive murals to tactile surfaces that...

‘Tsunami’ of changes

Discussions included the council’s focus on ensuring staff numbers were “fit-forpurpose”, proposed changes to the Resource Management Act (RMA)and balancing her mayoral title with her new role as president of Local Government New Zealand...

EDITOR’S LETTER

Period dramas are perennially popular and we have two to look forward to this week with the return of Bridgerton and a reboot of television classic The Forsytes. While the past was not without its problems, it’s easy to get swept up in the romance of a...

Remarkable residence in world-class grounds

Comfort, space, and practicality make this a very special property. Inside, a warm, vibrant palette creates a welcoming atmosphere, while spacious living means ample space for the whole family. The 911sqm section is more than large enough for children...

New Year Joy

Anew year carries its own kind of unspoken promise that life can feel fresh again. This new energy isn’t something that appears automatically at midnight but rather cultivated, perhaps it’s a shift in thinking and the willingness to release what weighs...

Avofest brings summer vibe

The Katikati Avo Fest returned on Saturday 11th January, bringing big tunes, fresh flavours, and the essence of summer to the Uretara Domain. A standout on the local summer calendar, the festival celebrated New Zealand’s Avocado Capital with live...

Safe shelters to help homeless

A combination of fabrication know-how, a tragic loss of a rehabilitation centre, and seeing local homelessness at first hand has prompted a local man to action a micro-camper business idea. Joel Beven has launched the first prototype of Shelter3, a...

RISING BUYER ACTIVITY SIGNALS MARKET OPPORTUNITY

Recent months have seen improving buyer turnout and more realistic vendor expectations, particularly from first-home buyers and owner-occupiers. Well-presented properties tend to attract strong enquiry, while homes needing significant work or priced...

FROM FLUFFY TO FIERCE!

How cute snowy owl chicks grow up to become powerful predators

HOMEGROWN CUT FLOWERS

Fabulous flowers (especially dahlias!), fantastic upcycling & a flying fox off-the-grid in Eketāhuna • A quirky & creative Oamaru garden full of art & colour • Meet the volunteers replanting native trees along Ōtaki River • Brewing peach-flavoured...

ON THE COVER

Colourful design enlivens this home on Waikanae Beach – see page 24. Photograph by Paul Mccredie

Blueberry banquet Savoury ways with summerʼs sweetie

SUMMER STYLE ESSENTIALS

CHORIZO EMPANADAS, CHIMICHURRI VERDE, CHICKEN FLAUTAS, KINGFISH PASTRAMI, PRAWN QUESADILLAS, SNAPPER CEVICHE, TUNA TOSTADA, STRAWBERRY & TOMATO SALSA, PORK KEBABS, SMACKED CUCUMBERS, STEAK LIKE TARTARE, ROASTED PRAWNS, PLUM & MANGO MOCHI, STRAWBERRY &...

FROM THE EDITOR

If you need your footy hit over summer, then watch some sevens, either live or on the box. As I write these words, we are rejoicing that both our national sevens team have, for the first time since early 2024, both won the same tournament. The All...

Wow Factor On Waitoetoe Road

Welcome to 78a Waitoetoe Road. This beautifully presented property offers a diverse mix of flat-to-rolling coastal land, providing both excellent usability and impressive visual appeal. A central race system forms the backbone of the farm layout, with...

Wellington Market Update

Chris describes this year as “a gradual burn” - a market that has reacted quickly to both positive and negative news, but is now beginning to pull through. The recent OCR cut has also provided a welcome lift for buyers. “Every little bit helps,” he...

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...

What does the market want?

Fonterra, NZ Merino, Atkins Ranch and more weigh in on the changing customer demands and farmers’ efforts to match them

50+ HOMEGROWN RECIPES

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

HOMES Rhythm and soul

A hand-built home near Raglan embodies the spirit of manaakitanga.

Fonterra brands gone

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

DYNAMIC DUO

Universal Cranes recently took delivery of New Zealand’s first two 10x4 S-Ways – one rigid and one tractor unit. A factory-built configuration with competitive tare weight, fitted with Fassi cranes, they are a strong addition to the company’s...

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

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