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Ruapehu Alpine Lifts asset value ‘significantly lower’ than estimate, millions owed to creditors
The first receivership report for the ski lifts company has been released.
Make the most of the sun: Rain expected for the weekend
The sunny, warm weather is expected to continue for a few days.
Sultans of spin: The public relations industry power list
They lurk in the shadows & whisper in the ears of company CEOs. They are the spin doctors.
Liquidators formally demand $780k from failed travel company We Are Bamboo
The director has rejected suggestions he breached his duties.
30 flights cancelled: Wellington Airport disrupted by strong winds, domestic services stop
High winds cause havoc for Wellington travellers.
'Not great, unless you like rain': Severe thunderstorm waning for Canterbury
A Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued for the centre of the North Island.
ELE group collapse: Fears hundred more workers will lose jobs
The role of recruiters who can hire large numbers without ensuring work is under scrutiny.
Dr Cherie Chu-Fuluifaga recognised for work in education
“Never in my lifetime I thought I would be getting this type of honour.”
Ōtaki woman honoured for services to community-led development, governance and education
Mary-Jane Rivers says founding Inspiring Communities has been the highlight of her career.
Determined railway workers' advocate honoured
“Little wins on behalf of real people" drove New Year Honours recipient.
Helen Gordon awarded QSM for work with girls and visually impaired
The Waikanae stalwart's connection to Girls' Brigade dates back to the 1970s.
From dairy worker to retail boss - Carolyn Young on her priorities as head of Retail NZ
The sector is facing tough economic conditions and crime.
Boxing Day spending flat, ‘disappointing’ result for retailers
Boxing Day spending was flat on last year but pre-Christmas spending pulled through.
Bad tabs and no sleep: Why experts are urging Kiwis to get their drugs tested this summer
A substance found in some tabs has caused deaths overseas.
Mixing rēwena bread and manaakitanga
A Māori-owned Wellington bakery is mixing rewena bread with manaakitanga.
Cut the crap: Lower Hutt residents should ‘stop pooing’ if they want to stop the city stinking
The stench is causing concerns for a highly anticipated festival.
‘I’ve got a family, I cannot die’: Kayaker's warning after surviving plunge into Wellington Harbour
His kayak flipped, his lifejacket broke and his phone sank - how did Chris Casey survive?
Popular holiday destinations pass 30C as Auckland, Northland face thunderstorms
One town reached around 33C.
Person choppered to hospital after near-drowning on Kāpiti Coast
Police said the person was unresponsive when they were pulled from the water.
Christmas Wonderland Store owner on filling the gap left by Kirkcaldie & Stains’ closure
The business started with an aim to bring the 'indulgence' of European Christmas to NZ.
Air NZ schedules additional flights for stranded Christmas passengers
Wild weather has delayed and cancelled flights throughout the country today.
‘Hope, faith and peace’: New baby for couple grieving loss of son
Weeks before his death, Sebby Chua asked his parents for a baby sister.
How Kiwi Uber driver got a perfect rating for 2023
One person rode in an Uber from Tokoroa to Lower Hutt.
Christmas mayhem: Auckland motorway crash causes traffic build-up
And for Kiwis flying to their Xmas destination, here are tips to make the trip easier.
Lift in Kiwis' pre-Christmas spending rings up $2.65b for month
Worldline data showed Kiwis' spending is up on last year in the countdown to Christmas.
'Broad daylight' attack on young man at restaurant shocks staff, patrons
The restaurant owner rushed in to restrain one of the attackers, who was throwing glasses.
'No clues' two months after kayaker's mysterious disappearance
Michaela Leger was last seen paddling out to sea from Raumati Beach on October 21.
Ex-Corrections officer says corruption at Rimutaka Prison widespread
The guard said she was threatened with the sack when she spoke up.
Christmas Day weather forecast: Will your festive lunch be a washout?
Today's top temperature of 32C was recorded at Lake Pukaki in the Canterbury high country.
ELE collapse: 750 Filipinos fired from sites
'Workers’ ability to stay here is now under threat, many will find it hard': Mikee Santos.
16-year-old arrested after alleged hit and run of off-duty cop
The female pedestrian was dragged by the car for a short distance.