Tag: New Zealand

KiwiSaver Balances Reflect Motherhood PenaltyIn a society where gender equality remains a distant dream, the financial implications of motherhood on women's KiwiSaver balances have come sharply into focus. Kate, a devoted mother who has...

Rhythm and Vines Organizers Defend $5 Fee for Pre-Driving Breath TestsRhythm and Vines, the iconic Gisborne festival that drew over 26,000 attendees, recently faced backlash over their decision to charge a $5 fee for...

A tragic incident has struck a Northland beach, claiming the life of a snorkeler at Whangaruru, south of Opua. The individual was found unresponsive in the water, sparking a desperate search and rescue effort...

Wild Weather in Cook Strait Leaves Ferry Passengers AnxiousHoliday travelers crossing the Cook Strait between Wellington and Picton found themselves facing unexpected challenges as wild weather disrupted New Year's Eve sailings. With a strong...

Lydia Ko Named Dame in New Zealand New Year's HonoursLydia Ko, the renowned New Zealand golfer, has been honored with the title of Dame in the New Year's honours list for her exceptional...

Rat Infestation Forces Closure of Dunedin Supermarket In January, a rat infestation at the Countdown Dunedin South store led to its closure for a total of 6 days. Woolworths New Zealand confirmed an increase in...

Julie Chapman, a dedicated advocate for fighting child poverty, has recently been awarded a Damehood in the New Year Honours list for her outstanding services to children and the community. As the founder of...

Lydia Ko: Youngest Dame of Commonwealth RumoredGolf sensation Lydia Ko has made headlines yet again, this time as the youngest-ever Dame in the modern Commonwealth, adding another accolade to her already illustrious career. The...

Youths Climbing onto Roof at South Auckland Justice Facility: A Growing ConcernIn a concerning trend, eight young people were reported to have climbed onto the roof of a South Auckland youth justice facility, Korowai...

Drug Testing and Safety Measures at Rhythm and Vines Festival: What You Need to KnowThe Rhythm and Vines festival in Gisborne kicked off with a bang as people flocked to have their substances tested...